Iconic actor, writer, producer, and comedy legend Will Ferrell will be honored with the prestigious 17th annual Kirk Douglas Award for Excellence in Film.
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The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Saturday, February 17th, 2024.
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The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Saturday, February 17th, 2024.
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The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Friday, February 16th, 2024.
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The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Thursday, February 15th, 2024.
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The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Wednesday, February 14th, 2024.
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Paul Giamatti Honored With Cinema Vanguard Award February 14th at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival
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The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Tuesday, February 13th, 2024.
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The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Monday, February 12th, 2024.
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Directors of the Year Award given to Justine Triet (ANATOMY OF A FALL) and Martin Scorsese (KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON).
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Get ready for a day of artistic mastery at the 39th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival with the Variety Artisans Award. Join us on February 11, 2024, at the Arlington Theater, 11AM to celebrate the innovators behind this year's most captivating films, from visual effects to songwriting and beyond.
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Mark Ruffalo was honored with the American Riviera Award February 11th at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival
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Moderated by Anne Thompson of IndieWire, the SBIFF Writer's panel will feature 7 writers, all nominated for Oscars this year!
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SBIFF's Annual Producers Panel
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SBIFF's Annual International Panel
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The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Saturday, February 10th, 2024.
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Get ready for an evening of stellar performances at the 39th Santa Barbara International Film Festival! Join us on February 10, 2024, to celebrate the exceptional talents of Danielle Brooks, America Ferrera, and more as they receive the prestigious Virtuosos Award.
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The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Sunday, February 11th, 2024.
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Join us as we delve into the illustrious evening at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival where Robert Downey Jr. was honored with the Maltin Modern Master Award. Discover how this cinematic giant’s journey from his early days to becoming a global icon captivated the audience, with insights from Leonard Maltin and heartfelt tributes from peers.
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An evening of cinematic brilliance unfolded as Bradley Cooper was honored with the Santa Barbara International Film Festival's Outstanding Performer of the Year Award. Surprise presenters Brad Pitt and the captivating Carey Mulligan were on hand to honor Cooper in our beautiful and historic Arlington Theatre. Pete Hammond of Deadline, a long time friend to the SBIFF skillfully navigated through a retrospective of Cooper's multi-faceted career - from his impactful acting roles to his distinguished work as a writer and director. Dive into the highlights of this the first tribute of the 39th edition of the festival.
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The 16th annual Kirk Douglas Award For Excellence in Film at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival will be presented to acclaimed actor Ryan Gosling
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The Santa Barbara International Film Festival wrapped on Saturday with awards presented to top films.
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The Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF), presented by UGG®, will return for the 35th edition January 15 – 25, 2020.
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It's the final day of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. More free films, a pile of screenings with Q&As and of course the closing night film - Spoons: A Santa Barbara Story. Go support the festival and all the great filmmakers that have shown their films the past 10 days!
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The Festival will close Saturday, February 9 at the Arlington Theatre with the world premiere of Spoons: A Santa Barbara Story directed by Wyatt Daily.
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SBIFF continues with a Free Filmmaker Seminar a Free Screening, a number of Filmmaker Q&As and the Cinema Vanguard Award Honoring Michael B. Jordan (Black Panther). All the details here...
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SBIFF continues with a Free Filmmaker Seminar a couple Free Screenings along with a number of Filmmaker Q&As. All the details here...
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More free films, Q&As and events including the always popular Virtuosos Awards as the SBIFF continues!
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Here are the highlights for Monday, February 4th at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
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Following are some key highlights for Sunday, February 3rd at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival! Stay dry! Spend the day in a theatre or two!
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