Film Making San Francisco

Filmmaking Community Screening & Mixer

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

No Kings 4 - Photojournalism Workshop

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

🎶 🎬 **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.

Lee Friedlander - Gallery Visit / Photo Walk (B&W Delta 400)

Join us as we visit the Lee Friedlander photo exhibit and then take a photo walk - (B&W Delta 400). [https://fraenkelgallery.com/exhibitions/lee-friedlander-maria](https://fraenkelgallery.com/exhibitions/lee-friedlander-maria) Fraenkel Gallery 49 Geary Street, 4th Floor San Francisco, CA 94108 Lee Friedlander: Maria A seven-decade portrait of the artist’s wife Lee Friedlander Lee Friedlander: Maria presents a seven-decade portrait of the artist’s wife, muse, and most recurrent subject, tracing the arc of the couple’s relationship through marriage, parenthood, grandparenthood, and beyond. Spanning the 1950s to the 2020s, Friedlander’s photographs of Maria constitute one of the longest extended portraits in the history of visual art. While the approximately 50 photographs chronicle the unfolding of the couple’s relationship, they simultaneously chart the evolution of Friedlander’s artistic vision. This event is hosted In association with the California Camera Club. [https://www.meetup.com/california_camera_club](https://www.meetup.com/california_camera_club/events/31600993)

🎬  You Can See Everything -- Metreon (& Lunch)

🎬 **You Can See Everything -- Metreon (& Lunch)** • You will likely have no idea what you have just seen, besides that it's simply, unabashedly, unashamedly brilliant. -Rolling Stone • Not just the film of the year—it’s a documentary that stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the form’s all-time greats. -The Daily Beast • There is something extremely satisfying in watching a strange and compelling chemistry building within a reality distortion field. -Guardian 🔆 Thirty-four days before she reports to prison, Elizabeth Holmes, the notorious Theranos founder, invites a skeptical film crew to document her every move. In You Can See Everything, the provocative new documentary from directors Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim, what begins as an intimate portrait of an enigmatic felon becomes a mind-bending, three-year descent into the abyss, one that stretches far beyond a straightforward profile. Along the way, the film becomes a fascinating exploration of truth, perception, and identity, and of the slippery boundary between documentary and performance. • **Movie Trailer:** https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=QGnMs5c0Nu4 ▪︎ **Purchase your ticket here:** (I have seat F13) https://www.amctheatres.com/showtimes/147240147/seats ▪︎ **Message me when you've got a ticket** and I'll take you off the waitlist. ▪︎ **Meet at 11:00** in the Metreon food court. I'll be at a central table. ▪︎ **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.

Photography Crawl

Whether you're a serious amateur or a seasoned professional we're here to encourage you to share your photography as you develop your ideas, whatever your experience level. Workshop your talent with us to develop your portfolio while sharing insights with mentors, peers, and potential collaborators. No soliciting, please. Get involved in a photography crawl or a live workshop right here in San Francisco and build your photography portfolio with hands-on coaching. Build an impressive portfolio that shows off your abilities as you gain confidence and skill with your equipment. As usual, we'll meet at 11 to give out the secret assignment for the day, and then give you all about 90 minutes to explore the area and carry out the assignment before coming together again to share our experiences. Feel free to use whatever equipment you want to fulfill the assignment. And we would love to see you post your images to the Meetup group page for the event so people can check out the gallery afterward. We do ask for a $5 donation to help support the ongoing management of this event for the community and the Meetup organizer fees. Feel free to bring cash to the event or you can use this link to offer your donation in advance: [https://www.paypal.me/khaledphotography](https://www.paypal.me/khaledphotography) or if you don't have a Paypal account you can also use Venmo: @khaled-sayed-2 In the meantime, here are some posts that covers various aspects of street photography in America, ranging from selecting the ideal shooting locations to important do's and don'ts in street photography. [Five More Tips To Make You A Street Photography Pro](https://link.medium.com/QFkLndr9Vgb) [Essential Tips for Choosing Picture-Perfect Street Photography Locations](https://medium.com/@khaledfilms/essential-tips-for-choosing-picture-perfect-street-photography-locations-fdea9047a9fa) [Breaking Down the Dos and Don& don'ts of Street Photography in America](https://medium.com/@khaledfilms/breaking-down-the-dos-and-donts-of-street-photography-in-america-da4484f5cea6) [Five Street Photography Ideas to Inspire Your Next Shoot](https://medium.com/@khaledfilms/five-street-photography-ideas-to-inspire-your-next-shoot-c7a4031d3984) Feel free to comment or let me know if I need to expand on some of the tips.

Bollywood Nights - Salesforce Park - Free

**Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park 🎉** Join Rang De Bollywood for some high-energy, outdoor, bollywood fun! This event is sure to leave you feeling loved, lighter, and delighted in excitement after every session. 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds. ✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure! 🎁 Free to attend – just bring your joy, your people, and your dancing feet! 🚶🏼‍♂️‍➡️Register for free so we can prepare at rang.eventbrite.com 🕔 5:30 – 7:00 PM – we’ll start with a beginner friendly dance lesson, followed by an open dance party! 💫 This is a repeating event, happening every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, May through October and you can register for as many dates as you like. Register now: [rang.eventbrite.com](http://rang.eventbrite.com) **About Rang De Bollywood** Hailing from the dream dance city of Mumbai and Amritsar, which is also home to Bollywood and Holy Vibes, our energetic, charismatic, and fun dance instructors-performers-entertainers, Manpreet (Certified in Indian Folk by India's Best and also an author) and Amit (percussionist, actor, dancer), have spread Indian dance music and moves across the length and breadth of India, USA, and Europe. Their recent performances were at National Center of Performing Arts in Mumbai and Herbst Theater in San Francisco. **Important Notes:** * Enter through transit center building and take the elevator to rooftop. We will be close to the elevator. * No solicitors allowed. * Classes might be video taped for marketing purposes. * All choreographies are Copyrighted and Original Works of Manpreet Komal/Rang De Bollywood. *"I recently had the pleasure of attending Manpreet’s Bollywood dance class, and I must say, it was an absolute blast! Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced dancer, this class caters to everyone's skill level. The highlight of the class was undoubtedly her teaching style. With a knack for breaking down complex steps into manageable chunks, even the most intricate routines felt attainable. The pacing was just right, ensuring that beginners didn't feel overwhelmed while keeping experts engaged. Highly recommend!" — Kavneet Bindra* **We can't wait to dance together, see you soon!**

Photojournalism Panel - SF Main Library

Wildwood

Come join for Wildwood, Laika's latest movie combining fantasy adventure with Portland, Oregon. Laika Studios is known for their gorgeous stop motion animation in their films Coraline and Kubo and the Two Strings. To attend this event, you have to BUY A TICKET (HERE: [https://www.amctheatres.com/showtimes/146857134/seats](https://www.amctheatres.com/showtimes/146857134/seats)) for the 7:15pm showing on Friday, October 23, 2026 showing of WILDWOOD at AMC Metreon. We will plan to meet around concessions at 7pm for brief introductions then we'll enjoy the movie. After the movie, we'll meet back at concessions and head to another spot to discuss the movie (probably Natoma Cabana). Looking forward to seeing you there!

Lee Friedlander - Gallery Visit / Photo Walk (B&W Workshop - Delta 400)

Shut Up & Write!® at Precita Park Cafe

Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://www.shutupwrite.com). **Other Important Details:** Free WiFi available. Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

Shut Up & Write!® in Potrero Hill

Join us for some focused writing time. You can write poetry, your resume, do research, write a novel, screenplay, short stories, song lyrics or work projects, create apps and games, etc. All types of writing and writers at all levels of experience and expertise are welcome. But don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello to everyone and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions. Writers can say what they are working on if they choose. I then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com) WiFi Access: Patrons will find WiFi at all San Francisco Public Library buildings. Travel / Parking info: Muni #55 bus. Abundant Street parking.