SFSU 66th Annual Film Finals

Schedule

Thu May 14 2026 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

McKenna Theatre | San Francisco, CA

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Celebrate 66 years of student storytelling at San Francisco State University Film Finals; featuring bold, diverse films and emerging voices.
About this Event

For 66 years, Film Finals has been a cornerstone event at the San Francisco State University School of Cinema, celebrating the creative achievements of emerging filmmakers and showcasing the next generation of storytellers.


Mission: Film Finals is dedicated to uplifting student filmmakers and amplifying diverse voices through cinematic storytelling. Rooted in San Francisco State University’s historic commitment to equity, creativity, and social justice, the festival provides a platform for students to share films that explore identity, community, resistance, and transformation.


Each year, Film Finals brings together students, alumni, faculty, and members of the Bay Area film community to celebrate the bold and innovative work created by SFSU filmmakers.


Event Details:

  • Location: Coppola Theatre, San Francisco State University
  • Date: May 14, 2026
  • Time: Evening screening and reception - 6:00 PM


This year’s 66th Annual Film Finals Festival will showcase a curated selection of outstanding student films and provide an opportunity for audiences to connect with the filmmakers behind them.

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McKenna Theatre, 1600 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco, United States

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