# Healdsburg International Short Film Festival

> The wine country's prestigious film festival experience


## Pages

- [2026 - OFFICIAL SELECTION](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2026-official-selection/): OFFICIAL SELECTION – 2026 IN PROGRESS AND DEVELOPING…ALL SEASON LONG UNTIL JULY 10, 2026 “OWL HILL”Documentary / 15 min. / Petaluma, California A documentary shining a light on the community of owl box keepers and preservationists in the San Francisco Bay Area and surrounding areas. SEAN RESTIVODirector Sean Restivo is Writer, Director, and Editor who graduated from San Francisco State University with his B.A in Cinema. He has helmed personal projects and has worked as an editor with El Dorado Films, a documentary corp for the last 4 years. He has edited 4 projects for the studio, directing two of […]
- [2026 FIlm Jury](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2026-film-jury/): THE 2026 FILM JURY••• Developing ••• (Some Remote, Some In Person) Renowned Cultural TrailblazersKathleen Brennan & Tom Waits, 5th year! In a career that spans over four decades, singer-songwriter Tom Waits has adventurously delved into recording, literature, film and theater, as both actor and composer. His music, recognized for its distinctive orchestrations and arrangements, has ranged from country, blues, cabaret, waltz and field hollers to gospel, polkas and marches. He has recorded over 20 albums including Bad As Me and appeared in well over 20 films including, Ironweed, Dracula, Down By Law, Short Cuts, Book of Eli and The Imaginarium […]
- [2025 - AWARDS](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2025-awards/): 2025 TICKETS & SCHEDULE SPECIAL PASSES ALL ACCESS PASS: $150 Kick-Off Soirée, 6:30 pm on September 26. Red-Carpet Opening Night. Opening Night Kick-Off Screening, 8:15 pm. Saturday Night Filmmakers & Friends Mixer, September 27, 7 pm Every screening session, including the filmmaker Q&A sessions! Buy Pass FESTIVAL PASS: $100 Every screening session including the filmmaker Q&A sessions! Narrative films, animation, documentary. Women in Film screening. Buy Pass SATURDAY ALL EVENT PASS: $50 Student Film Block (Mixed Genre), September 27, 11 AM Mixed Genre Film Block, September 27, 1 PM Documentary Genre Film Block, September 27, 4 PM Saturday Night Filmmakers […]
- [Sunday  7pm- Finale- Screening-Voting](https://healdsburgfilm.com/sunday-7pm-finale-screening-voting/): AUDIENCE VOTING REARRANGE THE FILM TITLES TO RANK THEM IN ORDER OF PREFERANCE. Sunday 7pm Finale Screening Sunday Sept. 28, 7pm Finale Screening Drag and drop the films to rank them from favorite (top) to least favorite (bottom) 1 Arman & Elisa 2 Portrait 3 My Week With Maisy 4 Relationship Goals 5 The Grievance 6 The Path of Puma 36 7 They Grow Up So Fast Preview Rankings Your Film Rankings: Ready to submit your rankings? Your audience vote will be submitted to the festival database. Submit Your Vote Alternative: Copy Rankings Manually Copy this ranking text if needed:
- [Sunday  4pm- Mixed Genre- Screening-Voting](https://healdsburgfilm.com/sunday-4pm-mixed-genre-screening-voting/): AUDIENCE VOTING REARRANGE THE FILM TITLES TO RANK THEM IN ORDER OF PREFERANCE. Sunday 4pm Mixed Genre Screening Sunday Sept. 28, 4pm Mixed Genre Screening Drag and drop the films to rank them from favorite (top) to least favorite (bottom) 1 Oasis 2 Shakespeare For All Ages 3 Sweet Boys 4 Arepas En Bici 5 Monochrome 6 The Last Take Preview Rankings Your Film Rankings: Ready to submit your rankings? Your audience vote will be submitted to the festival database. Submit Your Vote Alternative: Copy Rankings Manually Copy this ranking text if needed:
- [Sunday  1pm- Mixed Genre- Screening-Voting](https://healdsburgfilm.com/sunday-1pm-mixed-genre-screening-voting/): AUDIENCE VOTING REARRANGE THE FILM TITLES TO RANK THEM IN ORDER OF PREFERANCE. Sunday 1pm Mixed Genre Ranking Sunday Sept. 28, 1pm Mixed Genre Screening Drag and drop the films to rank them from favorite (top) to least favorite (bottom) 1 Susana 2 Luisa 3 Broono 4 Aldo’s Bugs 5 Dressed To The Nines 6 War Colors 7 Australia- The Beautiful 8 Patriot Preview Rankings Your Film Rankings: Ready to submit your rankings? Your audience vote will be submitted to the festival database. Submit Your Vote Alternative: Copy Rankings Manually Copy this ranking text if needed:
- [Sat. 8.15pm- Women In Film- Screening-Voting](https://healdsburgfilm.com/sat-8-15pm-women-in-film-screening-voting/): AUDIENCE VOTING REARRANGE THE FILM TITLES TO RANK THEM IN ORDER OF PREFERANCE. Women In Film Festival Ranking Saturday Sept. 27, 8:15pm Women In Film Screening Drag and drop the films to rank them from favorite (top) to least favorite (bottom) 1 The Cockroach 2 Favours 3 Text Talk 4 Madden 5 Chickentown 6 Gert’s Boys Preview Rankings Your Film Rankings: Ready to submit your rankings? Your audience vote will be submitted to the festival database. Submit Your Vote Alternative: Copy Rankings Manually Copy this ranking text if needed:
- [Sat. 4pm- Documentary Screening-Voting](https://healdsburgfilm.com/sat-4pm-documentary-screening-voting/): AUDIENCE VOTING REARRANGE THE FILM TITLES TO RANK THEM IN ORDER OF PREFERANCE. Documentary Film Festival Ranking Saturday Sept. 27, 4pm Documentary Screening Drag and drop the films to rank them from favorite (top) to least favorite (bottom) 1 Dad Project 2 Dnhmuzic 3 Of Wind & Water 4 Where Motion Has Not Yet Ceased 5 Shanti Rides Shot Gun Preview Rankings Your Film Rankings: Ready to submit your rankings? Your audience vote will be submitted to the festival database. Submit Your Vote Alternative: Copy Rankings Manually Copy this ranking text if needed:
- [Sat. 1pm- Mixed Genre Screening-Voting](https://healdsburgfilm.com/sat-1pm-mixed-genre-screening-voting/): AUDIENCE VOTING REARRANGE THE FILM TITLES TO RANK THEM IN ORDER OF PREFERANCE. Mixed-Genre Film Festival Ranking Saturday Sept. 27, 1pm Mixed-Genre Screening Drag and drop the films to rank them from favorite (top) to least favorite (bottom) 1 Mimine 2 Fiego & The Magic Fish 3 Watching Walter 4 Dale 5 Another Life To Live 6 The Man Who Would Not Remain Silent 7 Eat-Surf-Love Preview Rankings Your Film Rankings: Ready to submit your rankings? Your audience vote will be submitted to the festival database. Submit Your Vote Alternative: Copy Rankings Manually Copy this ranking text if needed:
- [Sat. 11am- Student Voting](https://healdsburgfilm.com/sat-11am-student-voting/): AUDIENCE VOTING REARRANGE THE FILM TITLES TO RANK THEM IN ORDER OF PREFERANCE. Student Film Festival Ranking Saturday Sept. 27, 11am Student Screening Drag and drop the films to rank them from favorite (top) to least favorite (bottom) 1 Rising Above the Ashes 2 The 10 Drafts of the Play 3 Second Chance 4 ICK 5 Go Down River 6 Between Us Preview Rankings Your Film Rankings: Ready to submit your rankings? Your audience vote will be submitted to the festival database. Submit Your Vote Alternative: Copy Rankings Manually Copy this ranking text if needed:
- [Fri 8:15pm Voting](https://healdsburgfilm.com/fri_815_voting/): AUDIENCE VOTING REARRANGE THE FILM TITLES TO RANK THEM IN ORDER OF PREFERANCE. Audience Film Festival Ranking Friday Sept 26 – 8:15 Screening Drag and drop the films to rank them from favorite (top) to least favorite (bottom) 1 Contours 2 My Dad and the Volcano 3 Asher Baby 4 Calf 5 Revenge of the Language Master 6 B!tch I’m Early 7 Hope is on the Way Preview Rankings Your Film Rankings: Ready to submit your rankings? Your audience vote will be submitted to the festival database. Submit Your Vote Alternative: Copy Rankings Manually Copy this ranking text if needed:
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- [PRESS AND MEDIA](https://healdsburgfilm.com/press-and-media/): 2025 PRESS RADIO The KRUSH Radio Spots The KRUSH Radio Spots for Healdsburg International Short Film Festival Click on a track name to start listening. Now Playing: Your browser does not support the audio element. Ed Begley, Jr. :30 Laraine Newman :30 Jeff Kober :30 Gavin Reid :30 Audrey Maxon :30 Partner Sponsors :30 Ed Begley, Jr.Actor Laraine NewmanWriter, Comedian, Actor Jeff Kober– Emmy-Winning Actor Gavin ReidScottish Filmmaker Audrey MaxonFilmmaker IN PRINT PRESS DEMOCRAT – ARTICLEBy Dan Taylor THE HEALDSBURG TRIBUNE – ARTICLEBy Christian Kallen ON PODCAST 2024 PRESS 2023 PRESS
- [2025 - TICKETS & SCHEDULE](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2025-tickets-schedule/): 2025 TICKETS & SCHEDULE SPECIAL PASSES ALL ACCESS PASS: $150 Kick-Off Soirée, 6:30 pm on September 26. Red-Carpet Opening Night. Opening Night Kick-Off Screening, 8:15 pm. Saturday Night Filmmakers & Friends Mixer, September 27, 7 pm Every screening session, including the filmmaker Q&A sessions! FESTIVAL PASS: $100 Every screening session including the filmmaker Q&A sessions! Narrative films, animation, documentary. Women in Film screening. SATURDAY ALL EVENT PASS: $50 Student Film Block (Mixed Genre), September 27, 11 AM Mixed Genre Film Block, September 27, 1 PM Documentary Genre Film Block, September 27, 4 PM Saturday Night Filmmakers & Friends Mixer, September […]
- [The Team - 2025](https://healdsburgfilm.com/the-team-2025/): THE FESTIVAL TEAM THE FILM JURY (Remote) THE HOST Meet Conrad Cecil: From Shakespeare to the Silver Screen… in English and French! Conrad Cecil Host Conrad Cecil is a classically trained actor, host, and public speaker with international experience. His film credits include roles alongside Sophie Marceau, Liam Cunningham, and Clémence Poésy, in both studio and art house productions. A Shakespearean expert, Conrad has played leading roles in the Bard’s canon and prepared the text of a unique hand-printed edition of Shakespeare’s Sonnets in Northern California. As host and M.C., he has performed at San Francisco’s Moscone Center and Saint […]
- [2025 - Partners and Sponsors](https://healdsburgfilm.com/workspace-2025-partners-and-sponsors/): PRESENTING PARTNERS THE TASTE OF TEA Premier Dining, Shopping, and Relaxation in the Heart of Healdsburg VISIT THE TASTE OF TEA Premier Dining, Shopping, and Relaxation in the Heart of Healdsburg VISIT THE KRUSH The sound of truly fresh alternative music and culture for Sonoma County VISIT THE KRUSH The sound of truly fresh alternative music and culture for Sonoma County VISIT BLOODROOT A product of our love of wine and our belief that good wine should be attainable for anyone. VISIT REEVE A focus on quality, style, and personal connection with community. VISIT HOTEL HEALDSBURG A tranquil oasis amidst […]
- [EVENTS and TICKETS - 2025](https://healdsburgfilm.com/events-and-tickets-2025/): LET’S GO! EVENTS & SCREENINGS AT A GLANCE Date Time Screening/Event Price 09-27-2024 to 09-29-2024 ALL ACCESS – PARTIES & SCREENINGS $150 09-27-2024 to 09-29-2024 FESTIVAL PASS – ALL SCREENINGS $100 09-27-2024 6:30pm CHAMPAGNE KICKOFF PARTY & SCREENING $75 09-27-2024 8:15pm KICK-OFF SCREENING (Mixed Genre) $20 ($10 Student) 09-28-2024 9:30am FILMMAKER BREAKFAST $00 (Filmmakers Only) 09-28-2024 1pm PROGRAM B – Youth Perspectvies (Mixed Genre) $20 ($10 Student/Youth) 09-28-2024 4pm PROGRAM C – Mixed Genre $20 ($10 Student) 09-28-2024 7pm PROGRAM D – Mixed Genre $20 ($10 Student) 09-28-2024 9pm REEL TALK – WINE MIXER Free to all pass holders, filmmakers, […]
- [Short Film Showcase Pricing](https://healdsburgfilm.com/short-film-showcase-pricing/): Pricing Details 10-Day Unlimited License $800 / 1-Time Monthly Screening Partner $650/month (min. 3 months) Annual License $6,000/year / 10-Day Unlimited License Unlimited screenings of one short film collection over 10 days Ideal for: pop-up film nights, short-term fundraising drives, weekend $800 / One-Time Learn More Monthly Screening Partner New curated short film program every month. Unlimited screenings during each 30-day period. Ideal for: theaters wanting recurring events or organizations running monthly programs $650/month (min. 3 months) Learn More Annual License 12 monthly programs, including 2 bonus themed collections (e.g., Pride, Women Filmmakers, French, Spanish, Coming of Age, Documentary). Ideal […]
- [Short Film Showcase Contact Page](https://healdsburgfilm.com/contact-2/): Steps to Your Screening 1 Reserve Your Date(s) Submit a booking request form below with your preferred 10-day, one-time license or your 30-day subscription (updated film program each month). We’ll confirm availability within 3 business days. 2 50% Deposit to Secure License Once dates are confirmed, we’ll send a simple agreement and invoice. A 50% deposit secures your license and any optional add-ons (like the custom intro video). This ensures your program is reserved and production begins. 3 Receive Materials & Prep Your Event You’ll receive a downloadable screening file, digital assets (poster, stills, etc.), and your custom intro (if […]
- [jury_2025 - TEMP TEST](https://healdsburgfilm.com/jury_2025-temp-test/): THE FILM JURY (Remote) Title Learn More Title Learn More Title Learn More Title Learn More Renowned Cultural TrailblazersKathleen Brennan & Tom Waits join the film jury for the 4th year! In a career that spans over four decades, singer-songwriter Tom Waits has adventurously delved into recording, literature, film and theater, as both actor and composer. His music, recognized for its distinctive orchestrations and arrangements, has ranged from country, blues, cabaret, waltz and field hollers to gospel, polkas and marches. He has recorded over 20 albums including Bad As Me and appeared in well over 20 films including, Ironweed, Dracula, […]
- [2025 Stay - Dine - Taste](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2025_stay-dine-taste/): FIND LOCAL HOSPITALITY Click here to stay 15 minutes away at a discount: Holiday Inn Film Festival Rate Special Rate(They call it a “Wedding Inspirations”) GETTING TO HEALDSBURG THE FESTIVITIES ARE IN HEALDSBURG, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 26, 27, 28 – 2025   RAVEN PERFORMING ARTS THEATER 115 North Street, Healdsburg, CA 95448   NEAREST LOCAL AIRPORT SANTA ROSA, CA ( STS) SANTA ROSA’S CHARLES SHULTZ AIRPORT is about 15 minutes from Healdsburg. You will head North on the 101 Freeway past the town of Windsor and then exit in downtown Healdsburg. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO. LOCAL GROUND TRANSPORT BEST OPTION IS […]
- [2025 Filmmaker Attendance](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2025_filmmaker_attendance/): FOR OFFICIALLY SELECTED FILMMAKERS WILL YOU BE ATTENDING? PLEASE FILL OUT THIS RSVP FORM FILMMAKER FESTIVITIES Date & Time Screening/Event Friday, 09-26-20256:00pm FILMMAKER CHECK-IN • FILMMAKER EVENT Friday, 09-26-20256:30pm KICK OFF PARTY • FILMMAKER EVENT Friday, 09-26-20257:30pm RED CARPET PHOTOS • FILMMAKER EVENT Friday, 09-26-20258:30pm OPENING NIGHT SCREENING with Q&A Saturday, 09-27-20259:30am-11:00am FILMMAKER PRESENCE AT THE TOWN ART FAIR (Filmmakers continental breakfast) • FILMMAKER EVENT Saturday, 09-27-20251:00pm SCREENING SESSION and Q&A Saturday, 09-27-20254:00pm SCREENING SESSION and Q&A Saturday, 09-27-20257:00pm WINE PARTY MIXER • FILMMAKER EVENT Saturday, 09-27-20258:15pm SCREENING SESSION and Q&A Sunday, 09-28-202511:00am FILMMAKER BRUNCH • FILMMAKER EVENT Sunday, 09-28-20251:00pm […]
- [2025 FIlm Jury](https://healdsburgfilm.com/jury_2025/): THE FILM JURY (Some Remote, Some In Person) Renowned Cultural TrailblazersKathleen Brennan & Tom Waits join the film jury for the 4th year! In a career that spans over four decades, singer-songwriter Tom Waits has adventurously delved into recording, literature, film and theater, as both actor and composer. His music, recognized for its distinctive orchestrations and arrangements, has ranged from country, blues, cabaret, waltz and field hollers to gospel, polkas and marches. He has recorded over 20 albums including Bad As Me and appeared in well over 20 films including, Ironweed, Dracula, Down By Law, Short Cuts, Book of Eli […]
- [Pre 2025 Best of the Festival Screening (2024 selection)](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2025-best-of-the-festival-screening/): EACH SCREENING IS THE SAME PROGRAM SCROLL DOWN FOR THE COMPLETE FILM LINEUP EACH SCREENING IS THE SAME PROGRAM THE FILMS IN THE SCREENING EACH SCREENING IS THE SAME PROGRAM LIGHTHEADEDPetaluma, CA / Animation / 5 mins. Lightheaded is a journey we take with temperature sensitive candle creatures who sacrifice what they know to become who they are. HANDRussia / Dramedy / 10 mins. A woman develops a relationship with a mysterious animate hand she discovers, and the emotional rollercoaster of being in love ensues. THE BATHTUB Spain/ Drama / 19 mins. Ramon Riera is taking a well-deserved bath when […]
- [Insta FIlm Fest](https://healdsburgfilm.com/insta-film-fest/): Stay tuned – This Page is being updated for the 2025 Season! Please check back in mid January 2025
- [SPONSOR PACKAGE 2025](https://healdsburgfilm.com/sponsor-package-2025/): PREMIERE PARTNER $10,000+ Value FEATURED PARTNER $5,000-$9,999 Value SUPPORTING PARTNER $2,500-$4,999 Value RADIO STATION PROVIDES Prime Time Spots 4-week advance campaign with peak drive-time spots + ticket giveaways + multiple daily DJ mentions 3-week advance campaign with mixed-schedule spots + ticket giveaways + daily DJ mentions 2-week advance campaign with rotating spots + weekly DJ mentions Festival Coverage Live remote broadcast from opening night + red carpet coverage + 3 daily festival updates + DJ-hosted signature film block 2 live festival updates daily + red carpet highlights 1 daily festival update On-Air Content 3 featured filmmaker interviews + VIP guest […]
- [2025 - AWARD WINNERS](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2025-award-winners/): 2025AWARD WINNERS Choosing the award winners this year was no easy task. Each film brought something extraordinary—unique voices, bold visions, and unforgettable stories that moved us in different ways. The jury and audience were faced with an abundance of talent, and many difficult decisions had to be made. While only a handful of films could receive awards, every filmmaker who shared their work with us contributed to the vibrant, thought-provoking spirit of this festival. We are deeply grateful for the artistry and dedication of all who participated, and we celebrate every film as part of this year’s remarkable program. GRAND […]
- [2024 PHOTOS](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2024-photos/): PHOTOS 2024 HEALDSBURG INTERNATIONAL FILM SHORT FESTIVAL photo by @livsphotographysf – Japanese Restaurant – Premier Dining, Shopping, and Relaxation in the Heart of Healdsburg Where innovation meets spectacle: Cutting-edge large screen video production designed to captivate your audience. THE 2024 FILM JURY DAEDALUS HOWELL ED BEGLEY, JR ELLIE FOUMBI KRISTINA MOTWANI TOM WAITS Screenshot Screenshot photo by @livsphotographysf photo by @livsphotographysf photo by @livsphotographysf photo by @livsphotographysf photo by @livsphotographysf photo by @livsphotographysf photo by @livsphotographysf photo by @livsphotographysf photo by @livsphotographysf photo by @livsphotographysf See the 2024 Film Line-up HERE
- [2024 AWARD WINNERS](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2024-award-winners/): CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2024 AWARD WINNERS OFFICIAL FILMMAKER AWARD SPONSOR Japanese Restaurant Premier Dining, Shopping, and Relaxation in the Heart of Healdsburg 109 North Street Healdsburg, CA 95448 Tea Tranquility: Unveiling Heritage, Embracing QualityChado-En is a family business inspired by Japanese tradition, deeply steeped in the belief tea is more than a beverage. Our core team each takes the title of Tea Docent because it is our sincere desire to help guide you and share the knowledge we have gathered from around the world. We have two brands, Shinwa Japanese Green Tea. . . more than a beverage and Cha […]
- [2024 Where To Stay](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2024_where_to_stay/): Harmon Guest House Hotel Healdsburg H2Hotel The Madrona
- [2024 PRESS](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2024_press/): 2024 PRESS!
- [2024 Sponsors And Friends](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2024_sponsors/): A TOAST TO OUR INCREDIBLE 2024 SPONSORS, SUPPORTERS, AND FRIENDS WHO BELIEVE IN BUILDING COMMUNITY THROUGH THE ARTS! OFFICIAL FILMMAKER SPONSOR Japanese Restaurant Premier Dining, Shopping, and Relaxation in the Heart of Healdsburg 109 North Street Healdsburg, CA 95448 Tea Tranquility: Unveiling Heritage, Embracing QualityChado-En is a family business inspired by Japanese tradition, deeply steeped in the belief tea is more than a beverage. Our core team each takes the title of Tea Docent because it is our sincere desire to help guide you and share the knowledge we have gathered from around the world. We have two brands, Shinwa […]
- [2024 Cinema Soiree](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2024_cinema_soiree/): CHAMPAGNE KICKOFF PARTY AND SCREENING $75 (expected to sell out) ENJOY THE CHAMPAGNE PARTY THEN SETTLE INTO THE THEATER FOR AN AMAZING CINEMATIC EXPERIENCE! Don’t miss our exclusive Kick-Off Soirée! Toast the festival’s opening with champagne at our pre-screening party, then be among the first to experience our outstanding selection of international short films. This coveted package is expected to sell out quickly – secure your spot for an unforgettable opening night!   Join the waitlist! Individual tickets subject to availability after All-Access Pass sales. Join the Waitlist JOIN THE EXCITEMENT! CHAMPAGNE KICK-OFF PARTY • WORLD CLASS SHORT FILM COLLECTION! […]
- [2024 - DOCUMENTARY SHORTS SESSION](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2024documentary/): DOCUMENTARY SHORTS SESSION2024 SHORT FILMS PROGRAM “DOC”SUNDAY SEPT. 29, 1pm-3pm$20/$10 (Students) Raven Performing Arts Theater115 North St, Healdsburg, CA 95448 In progress and developing(random order) Buy PROGRAM “DOC” SCREENING A kaleidoscope of wildly different non-fiction storytelling visions from across planet Earth. This remarkable selection immerses you in diverse perspectives and styles, from poetic interpretations to cutting-edge animation to standard documentary techniques, guaranteed to make you feel more connected to humanity. PIÑATAS OF EARTHLY DELIGHTSUSA / Documentary / 13 mins. A self-described “queer, half-breed South Texan artist,” Roberto Benavidez insists on calling his artistic creations piñatas – and not paper sculptures […]
- [2024 - OFFICIAL SELECTION](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2024official_selection/): OFFICIAL SELECTION2024 FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 27 OPENING NIGHT FESTIVAL KICK-OFF SCREENING FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 27 8:15pm -10:15pm A kaleidoscope of international short films, handpicked gems that showcase unique perspectives from all walks of life. May contain mature themes. Several filmmakers will be in attendance. CHAUNCEYUSA / Comedy / 15 mins.2 A grown woman, is afraid to introduce her new boyfriend to her old stuffed animal, Chauncey   EVERY SUNRISEItaly/ Music Video / 2 mins. A condemned man confuses dreams and memories, and he lets himself be carried away.   TSUTSUEGhana/ Drama / 16 mins. Set in a small Ghanaian town at the […]
- [2024 - French Shorts Session](https://healdsburgfilm.com/frenchshorts_2024/): FRENCH FILM SESSION2024 SHORT FILMS PROGRAM “FRENCH”SUNDAY SEPT. 29, 4pm-6pm$20/$10 (Students) Raven Performing Arts Theater115 North St, Healdsburg, CA 95448 Buy PROGRAM “FRENCH” SCREENING Calling all Francophones! It’s a full set of mixed-genre short films in the French language from France, Quebec, and French territories. Experience the Francophonic culture with the nuance of the French language. All films have English subtitles too!   Appel à tous les francophones ! Voici un ensemble complet de courts métrages de genres variés en langue française, provenant de France, du Québec et des territoires français. Découvrez la culture francophone à travers les nuances de […]
- [2024 -Get_Involved](https://healdsburgfilm.com/get_involved_2024/): Get Involved! Get Culture! Get Community! Get comp tickets to see the films! PEOPLE ARE THE FILM FESTIVAL! Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot Screenshot VOLUNTEER Be a projectionist Be an usher Help tend the festival booth in the town square Help with set up/wrap up Help serve refreshments/wine Offer to play live music at our events Be an event photographer Please email us housemanager@raventheater.org DONATE Buy a movie ticket for a friend or community member(s) Offer in-kind donations Donate your product to the filmmakers’ “swag bags” Loan us big party decorations, lighting, lasers, or whatever you might be […]
- [2024 -Filmmaker Attendance](https://healdsburgfilm.com/filmmaker_attendance/): WILL YOU BE ATTENDING? PLEASE FILL OUT THIS RSVP FORM COMPLIMENTARY FILMMAKER PASSES PREMIUM ALL-ACCESS FESTIVAL PASS(to all screenings and parties) 2 per film INDIVIDUAL SCREENING PASSto the filmmaker’s own film session 4 per film (This is in addition to the 2 All-Access passes) FILMMAKER FESTIVITIES Date & Time Screening/Event Friday, 09-27-20246:30pm-10pm CHAMPAGNE KICKOFF PARTY & SCREENING • FILMMAKER EVENT Saturday, 09-28-20249:30am FILMMAKER BREAKFAST (Filmmakers Only) • FILMMAKER EVENT Saturday, 09-28-20241pm PROGRAM B – Family Friendly (Mixed Genre) Saturday, 09-28-20244pm PROGRAM C – Mixed Genre Saturday, 09-28-20247pm PROGRAM D – Mixed Genre Saturday, 09-28-20249pm REEL TALK – WINE MIXER • […]
- [WAITLIST FORM FOR SOIREE](https://healdsburgfilm.com/waitlist_2024/): Get on the Kickoff Soirée Waitlist! Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Name * FirstLast Email *Phone Submit
- [The Team - 2024](https://healdsburgfilm.com/team_2024/): THE FESTIVAL TEAM THE FILM JURY (Remote) Renowned Cultural TrailblazersKathleen Brennan & Tom Waits join the film jury Tom Waits Film Jury In a career that spans over four decades, singer-songwriter Tom Waits has adventurously delved into recording, literature, film and theater, as both actor and composer. His music, recognized for its distinctive orchestrations and arrangements, has ranged from country, blues, cabaret, waltz and field hollers to gospel, polkas and marches. He has recorded over 20 albums including Bad As Me and appeared in well over 20 films including, Ironweed, Dracula, Down By Law, Short Cuts, Book of Eli and […]
- [2024 -EVENTS and TICKETS](https://healdsburgfilm.com/events_2024/): LET’S GO! EVENTS & SCREENINGS AT A GLANCE Date Time Screening/Event Price 09-27-2024 to 09-29-2024 ALL ACCESS – PARTIES & SCREENINGS $150 09-27-2024 to 09-29-2024 FESTIVAL PASS – ALL SCREENINGS $100 09-27-2024 6:30pm CHAMPAGNE KICKOFF PARTY & SCREENING $75 09-27-2024 8:15pm KICK-OFF SCREENING (Mixed Genre) $20 ($10 Student) 09-28-2024 9:30am FILMMAKER BREAKFAST $00 (Filmmakers Only) 09-28-2024 1pm PROGRAM B – Youth Perspectvies (Mixed Genre) $20 ($10 Student/Youth) 09-28-2024 4pm PROGRAM C – Mixed Genre $20 ($10 Student) 09-28-2024 7pm PROGRAM D – Mixed Genre $20 ($10 Student) 09-28-2024 9pm REEL TALK – WINE MIXER Free to all pass holders, filmmakers, […]
- [Tickets 2024](https://healdsburgfilm.com/tickets-2024/)
- [2024 Jury](https://healdsburgfilm.com/jury2024-2/): Our 2024 Film Jury Panel is developing! Renowned Cultural TrailblazersKathleen Brennan & Tom Waits join the film jury In a career that spans over four decades, singer-songwriter Tom Waits has adventurously delved into recording, literature, film and theater, as both actor and composer. His music, recognized for its distinctive orchestrations and arrangements, has ranged from country, blues, cabaret, waltz and field hollers to gospel, polkas and marches. He has recorded over 20 albums including Bad As Me and appeared in well over 20 films including, Ironweed, Dracula, Down By Law, Short Cuts, Book of Eli and The Imaginarium of Dr. […]
- [2024 - FRENCH SHORTS SESSION](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2024frenchshorts/): FRENCH FILM SESSION2024 SHORT FILMS PROGRAM “FRENCH”SUNDAY SEPT. 29, 4pm-6pm$20/$10 (Students) Raven Performing Arts Theater115 North St, Healdsburg, CA 95448 Buy PROGRAM “FRENCH” SCREENING Calling all Francophones! It’s a full set of mixed-genre short films in the French language from France, Quebec, and French territories. Experience the Francophonic culture with the nuance of the French language. All films have English subtitles too!  Appel à tous les francophones ! Voici un ensemble complet de courts métrages de genres variés en langue française, provenant de France, du Québec et des territoires français. Découvrez la culture francophone à travers les nuances de la […]
- [AboutUs](https://healdsburgfilm.com/aboutus/): The festival and The Raven have partnered to bring remarkable short films to our community every year on the last weekend of September. 115 North St, Healdsburg,CA 95448 MAP FRI SEPT 26 SAT SEPT 27 SUN SEPT 28 September 26, 27, 28 Get Tickets GET TICKETS September 26, 27, 28 Get Tickets ● Showcasing hidden gems of the short film world ● A film jury of cultural luminaries and trailblazers ● An unforgettable cinematic experience for discerning audiences ● Spotlighting the voices of international talent with premium under-the-radar films ● Set against the backdrop of California’s world-famous wine country of […]
- [2023 AWARD WINNERS](https://healdsburgfilm.com/2023awardwinners/): Thanks to the generous support of: 2023: THE FILM JURY AND AUDIENCE RESULTS ARE IN! 2023 AWARD WINNERS! RANKED IN ORDER OF FILM JURY VOTING GRAND JURY PRIZE AWARD WILD SUMMONU.K. / Documentary / 14 mins. Music legend Marianne Faithfull narrates this natural history fantasy film, following the dramatic lifecycle of the wild salmon in human form. COMMENTS FROM THE JURY PANEL: “Really cool visuals and an original representation of the dire state of our environment.” “Kinda blew me away. Just incredible. So unsparing…” “Some fairly standard documentary narration works in tension with a wildly inventive visual execution! Clever use […]
- [finalists](https://healdsburgfilm.com/finalists/): FINALISTS – 2023 THE BATHTUB Spain/ Drama / 19 mins. Ramon Riera is taking a well-deserved bath when his cell phone suddenly rings. On the other side of the line is Clara, a phone solicitor who won’t take no for an answer. IT’S OK TO SAY NO Norway/ Drama / 15 mins. 16 year old Jane is surrounded by sexual pressure from social media, TV-shows and her “friends” from school. She has to choose between social ruin and protecting her wishes. BOUND USA / Drama / 3 mins. Leaving his ancestral home, Mantas confronts his childhood trauma in an attempt […]
- [Directions](https://healdsburgfilm.com/directions/): Screening Sat. Sept. 23Two different film programs: 2pm / 7:30pm The Raven Performing Arts Theater115 North St, Healdsburg, CA 95448
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- [2023 Jury](https://healdsburgfilm.com/jury2024/): Meet 2023 The Film Jury Panel & Master of Ceremonies Film Jury: Oscar-nominated Writer/Director Billy Ray Billy Ray wrote the Oscar-nominated screenplay for Captain Phillips, for which he won the WGA award. He also wrote, directed, and executive-produced Showtime’s “The Comey Rule,” which had the biggest debut of any limited series in that network’s history. Ray’s films as writer, co-writer, or writer-director include “The Hunger Games,” “Richard Jewell,” “Shattered Glass,” and “Breach.” He serves on the boards of Common Defense and Big Sunday, and is currently hosting the Podcast “StrikeTalk” for Deadline.Com. He believes in democracy, justice, and the Dodgers. […]
- [official_selection](https://healdsburgfilm.com/official_selection/): OFFICIAL SELECTION – 2023 VOICES IN THE WATERArgentina / Documentary / 20 mins. The story about a strange and new threat of pollution hitting the seas near Argentina BRATGermany / Drama / 9 mins. Young single-mom Mia struggles with criticism and prejudices against her in her village. When she realizes that her son also suffers, she becomes a lioness. WELL WISHES MY LOVE, YOUR LOVEUSA/ Animation / 9 mins. In a delightfully fresh and poetic animation style,  a boy lends his friend a prosthetic arm for the day. SHARDSGermany / Drama / 8 mins. In a gritty, single-shot film, a […]
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- [madison](https://healdsburgfilm.com/madison/): “The Madison Crush” Short FIlm – Shooting Aug. 20 CAST Eddie Vincent “Frank” Jessicah Neufeld “Lauren” Natalie Porretta “Carly” Production Matt Fore Director of Photography Nicholas LaDue Location Sound Mixer Kirk Demorest Writer / Director Mike Harrigain A.D. / BTS Photograph Andrew Auten Re-recording Mixer Emily Mikalauska Production Assistant Adolfo & Cat Choreographers Jaclyn Jablon Hair & Makeup Madison Lee Costume Designer Eddie Vincent Exec. Producer Screenplay Updated: Aug 9, 2023  ( Page number are gone. Scene numbers are now included) The song for the dance is by Big John Bates & The Voodoo Dollz Copyright: MISCHA SCHERRER Click here to […]
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- [Short Film Showcase](https://healdsburgfilm.com/shortfilmshowcase/): A stand-alone entertainment program to screen at your venue or fundraiser. These remarkable films are curated in California’s Wine Country at the Healdsburg International Short Film Festival. All together in one screening. Including films voted on by our film jury panel over the years: CULTURAL ICON – Musician, Actor TOM WAITS COMEDIAN / Saturday Night Live, Groundlings Co-Founder LARAINE NEWMAN ACTOR / Film & Television Veteran ED BEGLEEY, JR. SCREENWRITER / Oscar-Nominated for “Capt. Phillips” BILLY RAY FILMMAKER / Award-Winning: Tribeca, Venice Film Fests ELLIE FOUMBI EDITOR / Films on Netflix, PBS, Hulu CHRISTINA MATWANI Details Screen Short Films at […]
- [Master Collection Vol 00](https://healdsburgfilm.com/master-collection-vol-00/): Sample of app layout – This demo doesn’t accept votes THE NEXUS PARADOX Sweden / Sci-Fi / 14 mins. An inventor uncovers the world’s energy epicenter, confronting the choice to harness its power or risk oblivion. Please VOTE:  5/5 HIDDEN AGENDA Thailand/ Romance/ 11 mins. A woman orchestrates a plan to win her neighbor’s heart, but as her web of deception grows, she discovers that true love demands authenticity. Please VOTE:  5/5 CAMILLE EATS CONCRETECanada / Drama / 19 mins. A fierce punk girl breaks boundaries as she unexpectedly becomes the CEO of a major construction company, battling […]
- [Submitting your film BACK UP](https://healdsburgfilm.com/home/submitting-your-film-back-up/): SHOW US YOUR FILM! WHO ARE WE We are the founders of both the Bodega Bay and Healdsburg International Short Film Festivals based in the prestigious wine country region of Sonoma County, CA.. Our festivals have included over 1,000 short films from 50 countries submitted from filmmakers of all ages and walks of life. The winning films from past festivals have included an Academy Award winning short and our panel of notable judges from the entertainment industry makes our festival an attraction for new and veteran filmmakers alike.   Notable past judges Filmmaker Jonathan Salemi went on to direct such […]
- [CALL FOR ENTRIES](https://healdsburgfilm.com/home/call-for-entries/): Call for Entries SHOW US YOUR FILM CALL FOR ENTRIES The 2026 Call for Submissions is now open Cash Prizes & Industry Judges POV FILMMAKER EXPERIENCE Healdsburg International Short Film Festival FILM WE CHAMPION SHORT FILMS THAT MOVE US At the Healdsburg International Short Film Festival, we champion short films that speak to the core of what it means to be human — whether they move us deeply, make us laugh out loud, or simply flood us with pure bliss and smiles. We celebrate stories that feel emotionally true and wildly fresh: gripping dramas that linger, comedies that sparkle with […]
- [Healdsburg International Short Film Festival](https://healdsburgfilm.com/): SEE THE 2025 AWARDS The Festival – Sept. 2025 Meet The 2025 Film Jury Some Remote / Some Attending CULTURAL ICON – Musician, Actor TOM WAITS COMEDIAN / Saturday Night Live, Groundlings Co-Founder LARAINE NEWMAN ACTOR / Film & Television Veteran ED BEGLEEY, JR. FILM & TV PRODUCTION / “Nobody Wants This,” ” Modern Family” KATHIA SANCHEZ-ALDANA EMMY-WINNING ACTOR / “Leave No Trace,” “Shameless,” “NCIS” JEFF KOBER EDITOR / Films on Netflix, PBS, Hulu KRISTINA MOTWANI WRITER-PERFORMER-PRODUCER / “SNL,” “Nurse Jackie,” “Shameless” CINDY CAPONERA The Vibe:
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