Opening Night Reception & Film: How To Let Go Of The World (and Love All the Things Climate Can't Change)
Josh Fox, USA, 2016, 125 min
Centerpiece: An American Ascent
Andrew Adkins, George Potter, USA, 2014, 69 min
San Francisco Premiere. In the first expedition of its kind, nine African Americans blaze a trail on America’s highest peak: Denali.
Director's Choice: Behemoth
Zhao Liang, China/France, 2015, 90 mins
West Coast Premiere. The Chinese mining industry has devastating effects on people and nature, creating something more akin to Dante's Hell than intended.
50th Anniversary: Uproar! Reception and Born Free
James Hill, USA/UK, 1966, 95 min
Elsa the Lioness has captured hearts around the globe & inspired star Virginia McKenna’s Born Free Foundation, dedicated to protecting these majestic animals.
Closing Night & Party: Not Without Us
Mark Decena, USA, 2016, 90 min
World Premiere. This timely documentary follows seven grassroots activists to the UN climate talks in Paris and asks what kind of climate deal has been adopted.
Happy Hour at FestHQ
Ticket and pass holders are invited to join us at the weekend for a complimentary drink & to share your views on the Festival films. 21+
