Join us Friday, April 12th at 4pm for our Program #1 at the Cowell Theater in San Francisco.
Tickets:
Adult General Admission $25
Senior General Admission $20
Youth General Admission $10
Passes:
Full Access 3 Day Festival Pass BUY HERE
Includes all access to both in-person (4/12-4/14) and online film festival (4/15-4/22) programs and films, Friday Night 4/12 Opening Night Party (with light appetizers, hosted beer and wine bar), Panel Discussion VIP seating (4/13-4/14), Saturday Surf Night 4/13 Party (with hosted beer and wine bar), Priority Entry line (when available)
VIP Friday Pass - Exclusive Access BUY HERE
Includes access to Program #1 & Program #2-Opening Night, Friday Night 4/12 Opening Night Party (with light appetizers, hosted beer and wine bar), Priority Entry line (when available)
Sequoias of the Sea
Kelp stalks—or stipes—can grow a foot a day to reach up to 175 feet, and until recently, their underwater forests could be found in abundance along the shores of Northern California. But, after a wasting disease killed off the sunflower sea stars, the population of purple sea urchins exploded, and kelp is high on these invertebrates’ diet. Today, divers are clearing places free of urchins so that kelp can return. —KH
Showings
Fri, Apr 12th, 4:00 PM @ Cowell Theater - Fort Mason
Wild Hope: Return of the Manatees
This concise, upbeat film captures the triumph of eelgrass restoration in Crystal River, Florida. The story unfolds as the community unites to safeguard manatees, which are threatened by invasive algae. A testament to grassroots efforts, this film inspires with creative solutions, that illustrate how everyone can make a difference in preserving ecosystems and protecting wildlife. —PH
Showings
Fri, Apr 12th, 4:00 PM @ Cowell Theater - Fort Mason
Active Anilao
This is a short film capturing the lively underwater world of the Philippines' Anilao region. Experience the dynamic scenes beneath the waves with exceptional close-up photography and you will find out how the “sexy shrimp” got its name. —PH
Showings
Fri, Apr 12th, 4:00 PM @ Cowell Theater - Fort Mason
The Passage
Celebrated as “the center of the center of the universe” of marine biodiversity, the Verde Island Passage is considered by many to be the most diverse marine ecosystem on Earth. How the global pandemic affected this pristine location is the discussion of scientists, conservationists, tourism representatives and fisherfolk – all with an eye to nature’s resiliency. ––AB
Showings
Fri, Apr 12th, 4:00 PM @ Cowell Theater - Fort Mason
The Forgotten Coast
Celebrated photographer Chris Burkard has captured aerial images of Iceland’s glacial tributaries for many years. Seeking a more deeply immersive connection to this landscape, he sets out with two friends to explore it on fat bikes and pack rafts. The goal: link 300 miles of fragmented black sand coastline. The challenges: legion. Torrential river crossings, freezing Atlantic waves and unforgiving Arctic weather.
—BB
Showings
Fri, Apr 12th, 4:00 PM @ Cowell Theater - Fort Mason