Be part of a festival that is changing urban planning, making it more engaging, accessible, and inclusive. The SF Urban Film Fest is for anyone with a story to tell about the issues in a city: from where and whether people have a place to sleep, to the quality of the air they breathe, to the identities they form and the empowerment they seek.
The SF Urban Film Fest is part of a growing movement in the urban planning community that is using the power of storytelling to change the status quo. Now in its 7th season, SFUFF sparks discussion and civic engagement around urban issues every year, framing important policy decisions with our themes and panel discussions with interested activists, urban planners, academics, artists, and students.
We are seeking submissions for captivating, thoughtful films that address urban issues. Shorts and documentaries constitute approximately 75% of our programming, but we are open to any format as long as it fits into our overall program themes.
We are looking for films that deal with subject matter in the following broad categories. While these are just a starting point and not definitive, please pick a bucket that best fits your film; doing so will increase the chances that your film will be selected.
- Housing
- Health
- Transportation / Mobility
- Economics / Community Development
- Equity / Justice
- Environment
- Culture / Identity
- Politics / Governance
We aim to amplify voices that are often unheard and encourage directors with diverse identities, backgrounds, and experiences to submit. Don’t forget to join us at our festival February 14-21, 2021.