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October at SIFF
October 1, 2024
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this October at SIFF Cinemas.
Cinema
Film Notes: I Know Where I’m Going!
October 1, 2024
I Know Where I’m Going! (1945) film notes by Tova Gannana for our Enchanted Evenings: The Boundless Cinema of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger series, running September to November 2024 at SIFF Cinema Egyptian.
Cinema, Events
Upcoming Q&As and Special Guests
September 30, 2024
Throughout the year, we’re pleased to offer chances to hear directly from filmmakers, performances and panel discussions, and more unique experiences around movies. Secure your tickets now for these events featuring filmmakers and other special guests over the next couple of months.
Cinema
Film Notes: A Canterbury Tale
September 24, 2024
A Canterbury Tale (1944) film notes by Tova Gannana for our Enchanted Evenings: The Boundless Cinema of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger series, running September to November 2024 at SIFF Cinema Egyptian.
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Film Notes: Life and Death of Colonel Blimp
September 17, 2024
The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp (1943) film notes by Tova Gannana for our Enchanted Evenings: The Boundless Cinema of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger series, running September to November 2024 at SIFF Cinema Egyptian.
Events, Festival
How to vote for the DocFest Audience Award
September 4, 2024
DocFest returns to SIFF Cinema Uptown October 3-10 and this year, you’re the judge. New in 2024 is the SIFF DocFest Audience Award - read on for your guide on how to get your tickets and cast your vote.
September at SIFF
September 1, 2024
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this September at SIFF Cinemas.
Cinema
A Note on English Filmmaker Michael Powell
August 26, 2024
In advance of our new weekly Powell and Pressburger series opening on September 18, series curator Greg Olson reflects on how legendary English filmmaker Michael Powell inspired him, and how they came to be friends.
Photo Gallery
Rewind, Be Kind: Super Yaki x SIFF
August 7, 2024
A photo recap of our Super Yaki x SIFF Film Festival, taking place July 26-28, 2024 at SIFF Cinema Egyptian.
August at SIFF
August 1, 2024
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this August at SIFF Cinemas.
Events
SIFF Marquee Gala
July 26, 2024
Join us at SIFF’s biggest fundraising event of the year, the 3rd Annual Marquee Gala. Proceeds from the Marquee Gala fund SIFF’s year-round programming, educational programs, and the 51st Annual Seattle International Film Festival.
Super Yaki x SIFF Film Festival: July 26-28
July 18, 2024
It's a SIFF x Super Yaki summer! Get ready for our new series, Rewind, Be Kind, presenting ten films in partnership with the hottest movie merch and apparel shop, Super Yaki. In this series, we’ll be revisiting critical or commercial disappointments from 1999 through 2009 and asking ourselves to watch them again (or for the first time) with a kinder perspective.
July at SIFF
June 28, 2024
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this July at SIFF Cinemas.
Cinema, Video
Reuse Seattle in Action at SIFF
June 13, 2024
Exciting news for moviegoers and environmental enthusiasts alike! The City of Seattle is partnering with SIFF and r.World in a new initiative to implement reusable cups at SIFF Cinema locations. The Reuse Seattle program aims to replace single-use cups with sustainable alternatives, championing the fight against climate change.
Photo Gallery
50th Seattle International Film Festival Photo Gallery
June 10, 2024
Photo highlights from the 50th Seattle International Film Festival, held from May 9-19, 2024 at venues across the city.
Cinema, Events
June at SIFF
June 5, 2024
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this June at SIFF Cinemas.
Festival, Industry, News
SIFF 2024 Award Winners
May 19, 2024
A full list of the award-winning films from the 50th Seattle International Film Festival.
SIFF & Chill
May 18, 2024
The SIFFTY celebration continues May 20-27 with select films streaming on the SIFF Channel. Purchase a streaming ticket by midnight on Monday, May 20 to be entered to win a limited edition SIFFTY swag bag plus a code for 50% off SIFFTY merch and two medium bags of SIFF Cinema Downtown’s famous chocolate popcorn delivered to your home.
Festival
Icing on the Cake: Interview with SIFFTY Cake Maker Amanda Katherine Pitsch
May 16, 2024
Who was the baker of the giant delight that was the SIFFTY cake on Opening Night? Meet Amanda Katherine Pitsch, the multidisciplinary artist and production designer who made a lot of SIFF-goers’ nights on May 9.
Festival, Video
Behind the Scenes: The Making of the 50th Seattle International Film Festival Trailer
May 15, 2024
Ever wonder how our festival promo trailer gets made? Read on, as we take a closer look at the production of the SIFFTY trailer—a captivating piece that captures the essence of 50 years of must-see films.