International Mobile Film Festival (IMFF) in San Diego, California is the first film festival in the world to encourage making movies with phones in a traditional live in-person film festival event that only accepts films shot with smartphones. IMFF is a global pioneer and unique platform launched in 2009 by Susy Botello aka Susan Botello with S. Botello Productions™ (2006). The festival attracts international filmmakers to San Diego every year to screen their films and celebrate the smartphone filmmaking movement.  

The 11th annual edition of IMFF brings 6 full length narrative films, 25 short films and 4 Rookie Award contenders to San Diego. All films are shot with only smartphones with the exception of not more than 10% aerial drone footage.

Our theme this year is: Elevate.

IMFF brand International Mobil Film Festival™ and slogan, The Red Carpet is in Your Pocekt™

Our unique Red Carpet Extravaganza is a show with the famed Star Wars Steampunk Universe and Dude Vader to the red carpet with participating filmmakers for a great video and photo show with cheers and applause. 

The festival includes a workshop, Q&A panels and presentations, many networking opportunities, raffles, and other surprises.

Sponsors for the #MFF2022SanDiego festival are: FilmConvert, Moondog Labs, Filmic Pro, Star Wars Steampunk Universe, Engraving Pros, Swords and Circuitry Studios, Kid Comics, Mobile Film Stories, Hall H Show Podcast, San Diego Mobile Film School, SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking.

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IT’S TIME TO SHINE!
The 16th annual San Diego International Film Festival invites you to submit today for a chance to shine a spotlight on your film! With the belief that cinematic storytelling can make a difference in our world, the San Diego International Film Festival is dedicated to shining a spotlight on films that make a difference. Riveting Film Screenings and networking events are accompanied by great parties, great people and stunning views of sunny San Diego - Chosen the #1 Best Travel Destination in the US by Money Magazine.

SDiFF is a competitive five-day festival for U.S. and international independent films and filmmakers with two “film village” locations including the vibrant Downtown San Diego/Gaslamp district and the iconic beach community of La Jolla. SDiFF offers filmmakers and audiences, industry insights, educational panels, exciting discussions at intimate gatherings and opportunities to learn and grow as you explore the art of cinema.

Notable features of the festival include:
- 100+ Independent and Studio films
- 100's of visiting filmmakers and entertainment industry leaders
- Sneak preview premieres of Oscar-worthy studio releases
- A spotlight on Independent films/ filmmaking
- A Celebrity Tribute evening & program hosted by VARIETY magazine.
- Jury and Audience Awards in multiple categories
- Walkable villages at different screening venues in San Diego
- Industry Panels
- Social Impact Panel and Film Track
- Signature events including: Opening Night Film and Party, Friday Party with a Purpose, Filmmaker Awards and Culinary Cinema.

Just 120 miles south of Los Angeles/Hollywood, the San Diego Intl Film Festival (SDiFF) has quickly become a favorite of industry insiders and celebrities. Past filmmakers/ celebrities attending have include: Annette Bening, Adrian Brody, Kate Beckinsale, Simon Heldberg, Beau Bridges, Judd Apatow, Mariel Hemingway, Alan Arkin, Michelle Monaghan, Josh Duhamel, Denise Haysbert, and many more.

The San Diego International Kid's Film Festival promotes the idea of entertainment with education. Supported by many across the world, the festival supports the entertainment and education industries by showcasing international films, and gives young, aspiring filmmakers a channel to communicate to an international community. The resulting collaboration produces a unique multi-cultural experience, engaging young viewers with positive media, as a diverse education.