Bringing the world's best in class movies to audiences of Bay Area.
Our Mission
To celebrate film, storytelling, and creative expression while connecting filmmakers, artists, audiences, and industry professionals throughout Emeryville, the East Bay, and beyond.
“Since the Emeryville Film Festival concept was first established in 2013, our vision has been to create a platform that reflects Emeryville’s unique role as one of the Bay Area’s most dynamic centers for creativity, innovation, film, music, and the arts.”
OUR GOALS
Showcase independent films and emerging voices.
Support filmmakers through networking, education, and community engagement.
Promote Emeryville as a destination for film, arts, and creative innovation.
Build partnerships across the East Bay creative community.
Create opportunities for collaboration between filmmakers and composers.
Create year-round opportunities for artistic collaboration and cultural programming.
OUR HISTORY
EmeryvilleFilmFestival.com was established in 2013 as part of a long-term vision to create a film festival dedicated to celebrating Emeryville's creative community and growing cultural influence. The project continued to evolve over the following years, leading to the public launch of the Emeryville Film Festival initiative in 2017.