We have created a safe haven for film and filmmakers. Our mission is to allow access to film for everyone, to use film as an educational tool, and to remove the financial barriers to visual storytelling and learning. We create. Come with us.
You will find links above to many of the programs and services we offer. Some of these links will take you to new pages, especially to view individual or bookable calendars. Poke around them all, get a feel for the place, register for classes, and offer up any suggestions you may have. We would love to hear from you.
Included are: Westside Video * Mystery Coast Productions * EDI Educators * Diverse Youth Meetups * AAVE Cafe * YA Film School * Set School
We have returned to pre-COVID open hours in person! Physical address: 175B Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Mailing address: PO Box 381, Santa Cruz, CA 95061
Indigenous Short Film Festival - November 2024!
Join us for three days of Indigenous storytelling from all over the world, featuring filmmakers from Santa Cruz and surrounding counties and various states, countries, and continents. Light, culturally appropriate refreshments will be provided by AAVE Cafe. We will begin at 6 pm for screenings and community discussions on November 9th, 16th, and 23rd in our headquarters location.
Please register for this event on the calendar below! Click the event you wish to attend, click the Sign Up button, and add your information. If you're unable to sign up for any reason but still wish to register, please email [email protected] and we will assist!