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November 2025 at SIFF Cinemas
October 30, 2025
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, events, and more. See what's happening this November at SIFF Cinemas.
Festival, Industry
My 4th World Media Lab Journey
October 28, 2025
A Diné and Salvadorian Two Spirit writer, producer, photographer, and storyteller from L.A., Steph Viera writes about their experience as a 4th World Media Lab fellow. The program is a year-long fellowship for emerging and mid-career Indigenous filmmakers, providing opportunities to develop filmmaking skills and networks through festival participation, hands-on training, masterclasses, workshopping projects in development, pitch activities, and meetings with funders and other industry decision-makers.
Film Notes: The Limey
October 28, 2025
The Limey (1999) film notes by Tova Gannana for the L.A. Noir: Shadows in Paradise series, presented by Greg Olson Productions. The series runs through November 2025 at SIFF Cinema Uptown.
Film Notes: L.A. Confidential
October 20, 2025
L.A. Confidential (1997) film notes by Tova Gannana for the L.A. Noir: Shadows in Paradise series, presented by Greg Olson Productions. The series runs through November 2025 at SIFF Cinema Uptown.
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Film Notes: Heat
October 14, 2025
Heat (1995) film notes by Tova Gannana for the L.A. Noir: Shadows in Paradise series, presented by Greg Olson Productions. The series runs through November 2025 at SIFF Cinema Uptown.
SIFF in the Egyptian Over the Years
October 9, 2025
A look back at SIFF's time in the historic Egyptian Theatre, from its beginnings as a venue for the Seattle International Film Festival in 1976 through its years as a continued Festival venue, then location for year-round SIFF Cinema programming from 2014 to 2024.
Film Notes: The Two Jakes
October 7, 2025
The Two Jakes (1990) film notes by Tova Gannana for the L.A. Noir: Shadows in Paradise series, presented by Greg Olson Productions. The series runs through November 2025 at SIFF Cinema Uptown.
October 2025 at SIFF Cinemas
September 30, 2025
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, events, and more. See what's happening this October at SIFF Cinemas.
Film Notes: Cutter's Way
September 29, 2025
Cutter's Way (1981) film notes by Tova Gannana for the L.A. Noir: Shadows in Paradise series, presented by Greg Olson Productions. The series runs through November 2025 at SIFF Cinema Uptown.
Cinema
Film Notes: The Long Goodbye
September 22, 2025
The Long Goodbye (1973) film notes by Tova Gannana for the L.A. Noir: Shadows in Paradise series, presented by Greg Olson Productions. The series runs September to November 2025 at SIFF Cinema Uptown.
Cinema
Film Notes: Point Blank
September 15, 2025
Point Blank (1967) film notes by Tova Gannana for the L.A. Noir: Shadows in Paradise series, presented by Greg Olson Productions. The series runs September to November 2025 at SIFF Cinema Uptown.
Cinema, Video
Paul Thomas Anderson Series Trailer
September 12, 2025
Trailer for The Modern Mastery of Paul Thomas Anderson, a retrospective series running September 19-25 at SIFF Cinema Downtown.
Cinema
Film Notes: Kiss Me Deadly
September 9, 2025
Kiss Me Deadly (1955) film notes by Tova Gannana for the L.A. Noir: Shadows in Paradise series, presented by Greg Olson Productions. The series runs September to November 2025 at SIFF Cinema Uptown.
Festival, Video
DocFest 2025 Trailer
September 8, 2025
Promotional trailer for our fifth annual SIFF DocFest, bringing you the best documentaries from around the world. October 16- 23, 2025 at SIFF Cinema Uptown (with a special Spotlight Screening at SIFF Cinema Downtown on October 19.
Cinema
September 2025 at SIFF Cinemas
August 29, 2025
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, events, and more. See what's happening this September at SIFF Cinemas.
Cinema, Events
Immerse Yourself in Kino Armenia: A Triad of Past and Present
August 28, 2025
Discover the vibrant landscape of Armenian film at the SIFF Film Center this September. The first program in a series of global cinema will focus on Armenia, through a triptych of curated films that connect the past and present of Armenian cinema, exiled and domestic. Join the journey on September 20.
Cinema
Upcoming Q&As and Special Guests - Fall 2025
August 25, 2025
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
August 2025 at SIFF Cinemas
August 1, 2025
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, events, and more. See what's happening this August at SIFF Cinemas.
Cinema
Akira Kurosawa: A Celebration
July 29, 2025
In recognition of one of the most influential and ingenious filmmakers, SIFFRAFF reflects on their first encounters with Akira Kurosawa’s filmography.
Cinema, Video
Akira Kurosawa Retrospective Trailer
July 23, 2025
Join us July 25-August 14, 2025 at SIFF Cinema Downtown for Akira Kurosawa: A Retrospective - new 2K and 4K restorations courtesy of Janus Films.
Cinema, Video
SIFF Movie Club Summer/Fall 2025 Trailer
June 27, 2025
Watch our first-ever SIFF Movie Club trailer, cut for the upcoming summer/fall season lineup.
Cinema
July 2025 at SIFF Cinemas
June 26, 2025
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, events, and more. See what's happening this July at SIFF Cinemas.
Cinema
SIFF Summer Bingo
June 11, 2025
Check off the films you see this summer at any SIFF Cinema on our SIFF Summer Movie Bingo card for a chance to win sizzling hot prizes.
June at SIFF
May 29, 2025
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this June at SIFF Cinemas.
Cinema
William Friedkin: Director/Sorcerer
May 27, 2025
Patrick muses on director William Friedkin's work in advance of the SIFF Movie Club screening of Sorcerer on June 4.
Festival, News
SIFF 2025 Award Winners
May 25, 2025
A full list of the award-winning films from the 51st Seattle International Film Festival.
Festival
Selling Quickly
May 25, 2025
A list updated daily of films and events selling quickly at the 51st annual Seattle International Film Festival (in person May 15–25, 2025, followed by a week of select films streaming May 26–June 1).
Festival, Photo Gallery
Moments from the Reel World: 51st Seattle International Film Festival Photo Gallery
May 25, 2025
Photo highlights from the 51st Seattle International Film Festival, held from May 15–25, 2025 at venues across the city.
Festival
Streaming Selections at SIFF 2025
May 21, 2025
Extend your Reel World vacation with select encores streaming on the SIFF Channel May 26–June 1.
Festival, Video
SIFFtv: Local Filmmaker Panel
May 17, 2025
SIFF Artistic Director Beth Barrett moderates a conversation between local filmmakers Peggy Case, Executive Producer of Baby Doe; Jason Reid, Producer of Suburban Fury; and Justin Robert Vinall, Writer/Director/Producer of Stargazer.
Festival, Video
51st Seattle International Film Festival Opening Night Montage
May 16, 2025
The opening night montage for the 51st Seattle International Film Festival, happening May 15-25, 2025.
Festival
6-Packs for Every Traveler
May 2, 2025
Five tour packages for all types of adventurous moviegoers.
Cinema
May at SIFF
May 1, 2025
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this May at SIFF Cinemas.
Festival
Escape to the Reel World with Your Festival Passport
April 30, 2025
Keep track of each film and shorts program you see on the Reel World Guided Tour with your Festival Passport and get a chance to win SIFF souvenirs.
Events, Festival, News
Interview: On a Cross-Faded Trip with DJ NicFit
April 29, 2025
A conversation with DJ NicFit on the inception of Cross-Faded Cinema, his creative process, and his expeditions through the Reel World.
Festival, Industry
Special Guests for SIFF 2025
April 25, 2025
A list of guests scheduled to attend the 51st Seattle International Film Festival.
Escape to the Reel World with 12 Golden Tickets
April 24, 2025
The cinema is a destination worth traveling to, and to aid your voyage, SIFF is working with 12 local businesses and organizations to hide a limited number of Golden Tickets all around Seattle!
Festival, Programmer Picks
Meet the Programmers 2025
April 23, 2025
Meet our programmers who watch films year-round to pluck the best of the best for the Seattle International Film Festival.