The Sonoma International Film Festival (SIFF) celebrates the BEST in film, food, wine and fun.

SIFF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization dedicated to promoting the best in film from around the world connecting savvy film lovers with filmmaking artists and introducing the power of cinema to aspiring student filmmakers.

Named a “Top 50 Festivals Worth its Entry Fee” by MovieMaker Magazine in 2024, and “One of the 25 Coolest Festivals” by MovieMaker Magazine in 2016 and 2018, and one of America’s “Top Ten Destination Film Festivals” by USA Today in 2019, the Sonoma International Film Festival takes place March 19-23, 2025 in the United States’ renowned Wine Country, just 45 minutes north of San Francisco.

SIFF is noted for its participation of film and media industry jurists and panelists. We continue to grow our reputation in finding and cultivating new talent worldwide, creating a significant platform for networking and distribution opportunities.

SIFF programs full-length features, documentaries, and short films in the Live Action, Documentary, and Animated categories. SIFF also showcases Culinary, Food, and Wine films across all categories and genres.

SIFF supports filmmakers with generous cash award prizes and an accommodation program providing the opportunity to interact with industry professionals, community members, and our astute film audience in one of the most intimate, engaging, and inspiring settings on the festival circuit.

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