MissionFest, a new multicultural film festival, will bring together content creators, industry executives, and fans at San Francisco’s The Midway July 19-21, 2018 to promote, discuss and support inclusive and culturally-diverse film, series and digital short-form programs.

In today’s fragmented media environment, consumers have a vast number of content outlets to choose from, and mainstream platforms struggle to accurately represent the world around us. It is harder than ever for creators of inclusive, authentic storytelling to stand out.

“Our mission is to make it easier for content creators to showcase intriguing programming that reflects this generation’s rich diversity,” said Founder and Executive Director Cary Grant. “MissionFest seeks to provide a home for creators reflecting different lifestyles, genders, social views, racial and ethnic backgrounds, who all happen to embrace a broader spectrum of ideas, to come together and celebrate their art.”

MissionFest is presented by the executive team behind PREMO, a subscription-based digital network and studio focused on distributing and producing diverse and inclusive content for the savvy multicultural viewer. In addition to screenings, the three-day film festival will feature a series of panel discussions and “MissionTalk” keynotes from leading studio executives, distributors, technology firms, and production companies. Topics will address key issues including the changing distribution landscape, best practices in storytelling, the future of film festivals, crafting your pitch to land investors, and much more.

MissionFest has also partnered with San Francisco Travel to celebrate the City by the Bay’s distinct mix of cultures and early influence on arts, music and socially relevant causes.

“San Francisco Travel welcomes MissionFest to San Francisco,” said San Francisco Travel President and CEO Joe D’Alessandro. “The festival’s mission to welcome films and filmmakers of all backgrounds and lifestyles perfectly aligns with San Francisco’s rich history as a city that has always embraced people of different backgrounds, circumstances, and beliefs. All are welcome here.”

A one-year membership to PREMO is included with each paid admission to MissionFest. For more information about the festival, panels and screening categories, or to purchase tickets, please visit http://missionfestsf.com/. Film submissions can be made via Film Freeway: https://filmfreeway.com/missionfest.

About MissionFest

MissionFest brings together creators and fans to promote, discuss and support inclusive and culturally-diverse content that reflects the modern world. The annual film festival is hosted in San Francisco, a city known for its distinct mix of cultures and early influence on arts, music and socially relevant causes. MissionFest celebrates the power of diverse storytelling in a variety of forms – from feature films to documentaries, series and digital shorts. For more information about film submissions, ticketing and programming, visit http://missionfestsf.com/ or follow the festival on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @missionfestsf.

About PREMO

PREMO is a subscription-based digital network and studio producing and distributing diverse and inclusive content curated for the savvy multicultural viewer. PREMO offers originally-produced scripted and non-scripted films, documentaries, and series programs; and distributes studio releases, independent films, documentaries, series and digital-first programs from top production companies, filmmakers, movie studios and digital creators. PREMO is currently available on Amazon Prime Video, and will soon launch on web, Verizon, Roku, Apple and Android devices. PREMO is based in San Francisco with offices in Los Angeles and New York. For more information, visit http://premonetwork.com/ or follow PREMO on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @premonetwork.