Will Ferrell to Receive the 17th Annual Kirk Douglas Award for Excellence in Film Image

Will Ferrell to Receive the 17th Annual Kirk Douglas Award for Excellence in Film

Iconic actor, writer, producer, and comedy legend Will Ferrell will be honored with the prestigious 17th annual Kirk Douglas Award for Excellence in Film. Read More
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2024 SANTA BARBARA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL AWARD WINNING FILMS ANNOUNCED

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Saturday, February 17th, 2024. Read More
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SBIFF39: Update for Saturday, Feb. 17th

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Saturday, February 17th, 2024. Read More
SBIFF39: Update for Friday, Feb. 16th Image

SBIFF39: Update for Friday, Feb. 16th

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Friday, February 16th, 2024. Read More
SBIFF39: Update for Thursday, Feb. 15th Image

SBIFF39: Update for Thursday, Feb. 15th

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Thursday, February 15th, 2024. Read More
SBIFF39: Update for Wednesday, Feb. 14th Image

SBIFF39: Update for Wednesday, Feb. 14th

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Wednesday, February 14th, 2024. Read More
SBIFF39: Update for Tuesday, Feb. 13th Image

SBIFF39: Update for Tuesday, Feb. 13th

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Tuesday, February 13th, 2024. Read More
SBIFF39: Update for Monday, Feb. 12th Image

SBIFF39: Update for Monday, Feb. 12th

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Monday, February 12th, 2024. Read More
SBIFF39: Update for Sunday, Feb. 11th Image

SBIFF39: Update for Sunday, Feb. 11th

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Sunday, February 11th, 2024. Read More
SBIFF39: Update for Saturday, Feb. 10th Image

SBIFF39: Update for Saturday, Feb. 10th

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival put out the following list of notable events for Saturday, February 10th, 2024. Read More
Robert Downey Jr. Celebrated with Maltin Modern Master Award at SBIFF Image

Robert Downey Jr. Celebrated with Maltin Modern Master Award at SBIFF

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. Read More
Bradley Cooper Presented SBIFF's Performer of the Year Award Image

Bradley Cooper Presented SBIFF's Performer of the Year Award

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. Read More
Ryan Gosling to receive SBIFF's Kirk Douglas Award Image

Ryan Gosling to receive SBIFF's Kirk Douglas Award

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 Read More
2020 Santa Barbara International Film Festival Image

2020 Santa Barbara International Film Festival

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF), presented by UGG®, will return for the 35th edition January 15 – 25, 2020. Read More
SBIFF34 Wraps With Awards Presented to Filmmakers Image

SBIFF34 Wraps With Awards Presented to Filmmakers

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival wrapped on Saturday with awards presented to top films. Read More
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SBIFF - Saturday, February 9th Highlights

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! Read More
SBIFF - Friday February 8, 2019 Highlights Image

SBIFF - Friday February 8, 2019 Highlights

Just a couple more days left of the 34th edition of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Go see a movie or two. The FREE film is Between the Lines and there are a number of Q&As today! All the highlights are here. Read More
SBIFF - Thursday February 7th Highlights Image

SBIFF - Thursday February 7th Highlights

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... Read More
SBIFF - Wednesday February 6th Highlights Image

SBIFF - Wednesday February 6th Highlights

SBIFF continues with a Free Filmmaker Seminar a couple Free Screenings along with a number of Filmmaker Q&As. All the details here... Read More
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SBIFF - Tuesday February 5th Highlights

More free films, Q&As and events including the always popular Virtuosos Awards as the SBIFF continues! Read More
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SBIFF - Monday February 4th Highlights

Here are the highlights for Monday, February 4th at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Read More
2019 Variety Artisans Awards Image

2019 Variety Artisans Awards

The Artisans Award honors those who have exhibited the most exciting and innovative work of the year in their respective fields. Read More
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SBIFF - Sunday Highlights

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! Read More
2019 SBIFF Women's Panel Image

2019 SBIFF Women's Panel

Women from all stages of film production come together to discuss the unique challenges they have faced and successes they have had in the film industry. Read More
Glenn Close receives Maltin Modern Master Award at SBIFF Image

Glenn Close receives Maltin Modern Master Award at SBIFF

Glenn Close receives the prestigious Maltin Modern Master Award at the 34th annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Read More
SBIFF Producers Panel Image

SBIFF Producers Panel

The Producers Panel brings together some of the industry's leading producers to provide insight into the business as well as the creative sides of producing. Read More
SBIFF honors Rami Malek with Outstanding Performer of the Year Award Image

SBIFF honors Rami Malek with Outstanding Performer of the Year Award

Critically-acclaimed actor Rami Malek will receive the Outstanding Performer of the Year Award for his Academy Award nominated work in BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY. Read More
Free Screening of ROMA at the Lobero Theatre Image

Free Screening of ROMA at the Lobero Theatre

FREE Screening of ROMA followed by a Q&A with Oscar Nominees: Director Alfonso Cuarón and Yalitza Aparicio! Thursday, January 31, 2019, 4:00pm at the Lobero Theatre. Read More
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Outstanding Directors of the Year Award at SBIFF 34

SBIFF honors 5 Oscar Nominated Directors with Outstanding Directors of the Year Award. Read More
Santa Barbara International Film Festival 2019 Image

Santa Barbara International Film Festival 2019

The 34th edition of the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival runs from January 30th to February 9th, 2019. Read More