Life’s a Beach, Take a Break
Join us for The Third Annual 2024 Beach Break Film Festival, happening December 28th, 29th, & 30th at the Coastal Rep. Theatre in breathtaking Half Moon Bay, California.
Catch three days of feature films, exclusive screenings, panels, Q&A, special guests, events, shorts, and world premieres.
Top Ten Compelling Reasons to Attend:
1. Diverse Film Selection
Experience a wide array of films, including independent features, documentaries, and shorts from talented filmmakers around the globe who have ties to California. For the full lineup, visit: www.bbffhmb.org
2. Networking Opportunities
Meet and connect with industry professionals, filmmakers, and fellow film enthusiasts, fostering valuable relationships.
Experience the magic of the Coastside’s one and only Film Festival. Return home with a new watch list, tales to inspire others, and claim to fame.
3. Engaging Panels
Participate in insightful discussions led by experts in the film industry, covering topics from filmmaking to distribution.
Catch the conversation between American filmmaker Gabriela Cowperthwaite, director of the acclaimed documentary Blackfish & Festival Feature Selection The Grab, and the film’s Investigative Journalist Nathan Halverson
4. Support Independent Cinema
Show your support for independent filmmakers by attending and celebrating their work, helping to promote creativity within the industry.
Films like:
Let the Canary Sing from Director Alison Ellwood, the editor, and producer, known for Magic Trip: Ken Kesey's Search for a Kool Place (2011), American High (2000), and Laurel Canyon (2020)
Catch the chronicle of Cyndi’ Lauper’s ascent to stardom and her profound impact on generations, featuring artists like Billy Porter, Boy George, & Patti LaBelle
Carol Doda Topless at the Condor from Directors Marlo McKenzie & Jonathan Parker
Take a trip back to 1964, meet the first dancer in SF to go topless, and in the process, become a tourist attraction second only to the Golden Gate Bridge.
5. Beachfront Location
Enjoy the stunning coastal backdrop while experiencing the festival, providing a unique and relaxing atmosphere.
Make it a holiday, journey to the coast, and plan a getaway with your friends and family to stay the entire weekend.
Book accommodations with our official festival partners, The Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay and The Half Moon Bay Lodge.
6. Festival World Premieres
Witness the excitement of never-before-seen stories. Buy tickets to exclusive debuts.
Documentary Film: The Complete Trilogy: A Divine Journey Parts Two and Three from Director Annette King
Music Videos: Postcards & Amazon Truck from the father/ son duo Steve & Dylan Gallup
7. Q&A Sessions
Engage in interactive Q&A sessions with film directors, actors, and activists, providing a deeper understanding of their creative processes and stories behind their works.
Special Guests like:
Wednesday Martin, Ph.D. ~ #1 NYT Bestseller, Author of Stepmonster & Primates of Park Avenue, Anthropologist, and Feminist
Legendary Surfer & Filmmaker, Chris Bertish
8. Community Involvement
Meet our neighbors and sponsors that make the festival possible. Participate in local initiatives and events, highlighting our joint commitment to expanding access to the arts in the Greater Northern California Bay area.
Non-Profit Partner: Coastal Repertory Theatre
Local Presenting Sponsor: Recology of the Coast
9. Cultural Exchange
Experience films that reflect diverse cultures and viewpoints, promoting a rich dialogue about global issues through storytelling.
Plastic People Director Ben Addelman, Sea Hugger, & Ziya Tong to discuss our addiction to plastic and the growing threat of microplastics
10. Fun & Festive Atmosphere
Enjoy a vibrant festival atmosphere filled with entertainment, festivities, and opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals with a shared passion for film.
Indulge in libations provided by our friends at Half Moon Brewery, A Grape in the Fog, & Barterra Winery
Save the dates, reserve your seats, and invite your people.
You do not want to miss this year’s lineup.
To learn more, surf over to the website: www.bbffhmb.org