SFFilm returns to big screens with its 69th annual San Francisco International Film Festival.  Running from April 24 to May 4, the festival features over 100+ films from 40 countries in seven different theaters across the Bay Area. Since receiving over 5,000 film submissions in June 2025, a screening committee with 135 members watched each submission twice for ample review.  The SFIFF is diverse both in its filmmakers and sponsors. The nonprofit organization is dedicated to supporting filmmakers through every step of the process, which comes with help this year from major sponsors including Lucasfilm and Industrial Light and Magic.  Anne Lai, executive director of SFFilm, expressed her excitement for the common celebration of cinematic passions in San Francisco during the festival. 🔗 Read the full story at link in bio. ✍️: Ozzy Palacio (animalcrackerwhore) 📸: Courtsey of SFFilm #sfsu #sfstate #film #sffilm #sfiff