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Film maker Chat & Coffee

Film maker Chat & Coffee

Sat, Nov 14, 6:00 PM
From Berkeley Filmmaker Hang out
4.8

This is one of our General Meetings, which means we will be sitting around chatting drinking coffee (or whatever)! * Please bring: a great attitude and a desire to get involved in making movies! * the cafe does sell food and beverages If you have something to show or materials to review, feel free to bring that.

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Film maker Chat & Coffee

Film maker Chat & Coffee

Sat, Dec 12, 6:00 PM
From Berkeley Filmmaker Hang out
4.8

This is one of our General Meetings, which means we will be sitting around chatting drinking coffee (or whatever)! * Please bring: a great attitude and a desire to get involved in making movies! * the cafe does sell food and beverages If you have something to show or materials to review, feel free to bring that.

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Filmmaking Community Screening & Mixer

Filmmaking Community Screening & Mixer

Fri, Oct 30, 1:00 AM
From California Camera Club - Cinema Division
4.8

Member Montage: Filmmaking Community Screening & Mixer By BAVC Media Ninth Street Independent Film Center 145 9th Street #105 San Francisco, CA 94103 Thursday, October 29 • 6 PM - 8:30 PM Overview Local filmmakers sharing their work with the BAVC Media community, followed by a happy hour to connect with fellow creatives. Doors open at 6pm and the screening starts promptly at 6:15pm The Member Montage: Community Screening & Mixer is a new event series for Bay Area filmmakers. Creating a judgment-free space to share and workshop short films, music videos, passion projects, or works in progress with the BAVC Media community. There's no theme this time around, but spooky films are encouraged. Kick back after the screening for the happy hour and connect with other creatives to collaborate, network, discuss, and inspire one another. Who can attend? Anyone! This is a free and open event to watch some cool stuff and meet fellow artists, creatives, and filmmakers in the Bay Area. You can choose to give a voluntary donation if you have the means, but we want this event to be accessible to everyone. Please RSVP here too... https://www.eventbrite.com/e/member-montage-community-screening-mixer-tickets-2002102211610

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The American Indian Film Festival

Sat, Nov 7, 5:00 PM
From Women of Color Film Society (Beta, PRIVATE GROUP)
1 attendee
ATA Open Screening - Short Film Festival

ATA Open Screening - Short Film Festival

Fri, Nov 6, 3:30 AM
From California Camera Club - Cinema Division
4.8

[https://www.atasite.org/engage/openscreening/](https://www.atasite.org/engage/openscreening/) Open Screening ATA’s Open Screening is the only monthly open submissions screening in the Bay Area. The first Thursday of every month we have an Open Screening. An Open Screening is where we invite local filmmakers to show their short subject films (under 15 mins.). It is a free event and you can either screen a film or just be a member of the audience. Either way it is FREE. Please let us know if you would like to screen something. We love films and would love to see yours. Artists’ Television Access is a San Francisco-based, artist-run, non-profit organization that cultivates and promotes culturally-aware, underground media and experimental art. We provide an accessible screening venue and gallery for the presentation of programmed and guest-curated screenings, exhibitions, performances, workshops and events. We believe in fostering a supportive community for the exhibition of innovative art and the exchange of non-conformist ideas. 992 Valencia Street \| San Francisco\, CA 94110 Submissions: To submit a digital file, email us at openscreening@atasite.org. 1 week advance submissions strongly recommended. If not, just walk in before the show. Maximum length: 15 min. We are equipped to show digital files, DVD, miniDV/DV-cam, VHS, beta, 8mm and 16mm. For 8mm and 16mm films, please give us advance notice. Show at 8:00 pm, doors open at 7:30. More Info: contact openscreening@atasite.org

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🎶 🎬  The Last Waltz – Co-Presented with SFFILM – JCCSF

🎶 🎬  The Last Waltz – Co-Presented with SFFILM – JCCSF

Thu, Oct 22, 1:00 AM
From SF Fun and Active Seniors Over 50 -- music, art, film & more
4.9

🎶 🎬 **The Last Waltz – Co-Presented with SFFILM – JCCSF** ▪︎ **Purchase your ticket** [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-last-waltz-co-presented-with-sffilm-tickets-1996759927695?discount=JCCSF20&utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=08122026_AI_SFFILM_TheLastWaltz_Dedicated&utm_term=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2F1996759927695%2F%3Fdiscount%3DJCCSF20&utm_id=1659577&sfmc_id=449213596) ▪︎ **Message me after you've bought a ticket** and I'll move you off the waitlist. ▪︎ **Ben Fong-Torres will join as** **moderator for a Q&A after the film.** ▪︎ **Meet at 6:00 pm** in the ground floor Atrium at the JCCSF (3200 California St.) ▪︎ **PLEASE don't be a no-show.** If your plans change, remember to update your RSVP prior to the event. ▪︎ **A late cancellation** will count as a no-show. 🔆 Celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Band's legendary farewell concert, Martin Scorsese's **The Last Waltz** captures an unforgettable night at Bill Graham's iconic Winterland Ballroom, a cornerstone of San Francisco's music scene. On Thanksgiving Day 1976, The Band took the stage with an extraordinary lineup — including Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Muddy Waters, Neil Young, Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, Emmylou Harris, Dr. John, Paul Butterfield, Mavis Staples, Stephen Stills, and more — for what became one of rock's most celebrated farewell concerts. Blending live performances with candid conversation, Scorsese turns the night into a cinematic reflection on The Band's legacy and rock and roll's evolution. Released in 1978, the same year Winterland closed, The Last Waltz preserves the memory of one of San Francisco's great cultural landmarks while standing as one of the most influential music documentaries ever made. ▪︎ **Watch Here: (Mavis Staples whispers Beautiful! at the end. 😊)** https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2eTW8qZBtk 🔸️ Kanbar Hall, located inside the JCCSF at 3200 California St., reopens after a $2.5 million renovation featuring Dolby Atmos surround sound, 4K projection, and enhanced acoustics for an immersive film experience.

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup provides a platform for filmmakers to join local groups in San Francisco, exchange ideas, and collaborate on projects. Members can attend workshops, screenings, and meet like-minded individuals.

You can search film making events through Meetup's platform by selecting San Francisco as your location and filtering by interest in arts and culture or film. This way, you'll discover various gatherings and workshops happening in the city.

Yes, you can join as many film making groups as you like on Meetup. Engaging with various groups allows you to expand your network and find different opportunities across San Francisco.

Some film making events on Meetup are free, while others may charge a fee. It depends on the organizers, so check individual event listings for any costs involved.

Yes, you'll need to create a Meetup account to join groups, RSVP to events, and connect with other members. It's free and easy to join.

Film making Meetups can include workshops, screenings, networking events, or collaborative film projects. Events vary, providing opportunities to learn new skills and meet other film enthusiasts.

To RSVP, log into your Meetup account, navigate to the event you want to attend in San Francisco, and select the 'RSVP' option. This lets organizers know to expect you.

Group availability may vary by neighborhood, as it depends on local interest. Explore different areas on Meetup to find the right film making community for you.

Yes, Meetup allows you to create and organize your own film making events. You can start a new group or host a one-time event to attract local filmmakers in San Francisco.

Meetup facilitates opportunities for connections, but actual results depend on your participation and engagement with the community. Attending events and getting involved can help build relationships.

Typically, attendees are expected to bring their own equipment, but details vary per event. Check with the organizers in advance!

Yes, many groups in San Francisco host networking events, providing a platform for filmmakers to connect, share ideas, and potentially collaborate on future projects.

If existing groups don't match your film-making interests, consider starting your own Meetup group to attract similar enthusiasts. This can help you create a new hub within the community.

Event attendance can vary, influenced by timing, location, and interest. Checking event details and interacting with hosts beforehand can provide better insight.

Meetup focuses on group activities rather than individual matchmaking. However, events offer opportunities to meet filmmakers and engage in conversations.