SFOFF at Fort Mason Center - February 19-22, 2009
Now in its sixth year, the San Francisco Ocean Film Festival returns to present more than thirty-five documentary, fictional, and animated films from around the world. The films, many of which are not available to the public, are intended not only to entertain the audience but also, and more importantly, to educate and encourage active participation in ocean conservation.
Experience a weekend of inspirational films and lively discussions on marine sciences, saltwater sports, coastal culture, and the natural history and development of our Earth's oceans. This unique festival provides the public with a rare opportunity to see beneath the surface of the waves, realize the importance of preserving ocean biodiversity, become better ocean stewards, and celebrate the joy that oceans add to life.
Over the past five years, the festival has earned a reputation as the largest and most eclectic festival of its kind, featuring dozens of new documentary, animated, and scripted films from around the world. The films run the gamut from scientific exploration of ocean life, activists' efforts to clean up polluted waters, and sports, to creative visions of still unspoiled seas.
This year, nearly 4,000 people are expected to attend the festival, not only for the films, but also for the camaraderie of the get-togethers, expert talks, and informal Q&A sessions. The public is invited to join a festival kick-off party from 7:00 to 10:00 pm on Thursday, February 19, at the Aquarium of the Bay on San Francisco's waterfront. Live music, dancing, and food from the Bay Area's top restaurants will kick off the festivities. During the festival, organizers will also present awards in several categories, as well as a free student education program.
The films will be shown in eight separate programs, expanding this year to include Friday night.
Festival Tickets and Passes
$10 Individual Program
$60 Festival Pass (8 Film Programs)
$60 Opening Night Party at Aquarium of the Bay
$110 VIP Festival Pass (Opening Night Party & 8 Film Programs)
Festival at a Glance
Thursday, February 19, 7pm
Opening Night Party at Aquarium of the Bay
With the best of the bay’s restaurants and sustainable seafood, with live music, filmmakers, and special guests!
Friday, February 20
7 PM Movies and more at the Cowell Theatre
Saturday, February 21
Movies and more all day at the Cowell Theatre
Sunday February 22
Movies and more all day at the Cowell Theatre
Filmmaker Awards Presentation immediately following Program 8
For more information and to purchase tickets and passes, visit SFOFF »