International Ocean Film Foundation, San Francisco, CA Videos

Behind the Scenes: See Director, David Schurmann, Producer, Jonathan Lim, and Jean Reno’s experiences working with Penguins! And word from Penguin Trainer, Fabian Gabelli! The IOFF is committed to the conservation of marine life, as such, it is important to highlight the careful treatment of penguins by My Penguin Friends’ team. Register NOW for tickets! Link in bio. Date: Tuesday, 8/13 Time: 7PM Location: AMC Kabuki 8 #mypenguinfriend #film #marinelife #conservation #ioff2024

An exclusive event to celebrate the upcoming 21st annual International Ocean Film Festival at the Jay Hotel in San Francisco. Join us for an evening of local filmmakers showcasing short films while enjoying libations and small bites. Ticket $35 🎟https://ioff2024.eventive.org/.../65e12d26aac140003267f823 #oceanfilms #locallegend #IOFF2024

📷 Join us at the Off The Reef 📷 Credit: Tracey Jennings / Ocean Image Bank

Whales play a vital role in maintaining the health of our oceans. 🐋 Join us for a very special screening of Collision tomorrow night at the Smith Rafael Film Center. A worldwide increase in shipping traffic is threatening our oceans, its inhabitants and the planet. Collision is a powerful feature documentary which highlights the severely under-reported issue of fatal ship strikes on whales, a threat which is endangering their very existence. The film suggests solutions to encourage and convince governments and global shipping companies to make vital changes. Click the link in bio for more details.🌊 @OceanSoulsFilms @WildlifeMediaOrg @philiphamiltonphotography #OceanSoulsFilms #WildlifeMedia #COLLISION #cetaceans #savecetaceans #shipstrikes #helpcetaceans #shippingindustry #watchnow #newfilmalert #triggerchange #whales #dolphins #nature #oceanconservation #nature

The Shark With a Thousand Names
In celebration of International Whale Shark Day we have a free, special screening of "The Shark With A Thousand Names".✨ "The Shark With A Thousand Names" explores the peaceful coexistence between humans and whale sharks from a remote region in Indonesia. We will have a Q&A session with @thejetlagged on August 30th at 12 noon PST. We hope to sea you there! Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSciFSXkDwoxySXBzsAD-8QmKLcoOYXdfNUeWU5XXpGwU7_RKw/viewform

We are excited to announce that the award winning documentary Collision will be showing at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris. ✨ The film portrays the devasting impacts of maritime traffic on ocean life including the under-reported issue of whale strikes. 🐋 Producer, Philip Hamilton, scientific experts, and representatives of the maritime industry will be leading a discussion after the film to inspire international cooperation and innovative solutions. @philip.hamilton.photography @oceansoulsfilms #collision #unesco #oceanconservation #awardwinner #documentary #whale #whaleprotection #conservaition #maritime #marinebiology #experts #Paris #documentaryfilm #inspiration

The Arctic Halocline investigates how the Arctic Ocean is becoming saltier and warmer. As “Atlantification” progresses, the Artic is moving towards an irreversible climate tipping point. This passionate team of oceanographers who have been monitoring the Eastern Arctic since 2002, and on Saturday April 15th at 1pm we are able to hear their story. #IOFF #IOFF2023 #ocean #film #festival #oceanfestival #sea #inspiration #makingwaves #seayouthere

Big Wave Guardians follows the story of a small group of people in Hawaii's North Shore who risk their lives to rescue others in the world's most dangerous waves. These watermen have reinvented water safety techniques and enable surfers to push the limits for the biggest wave.🏄‍♂️ Friday, April 14 at 7 pm.🌊 #IOFF #IOFF2023 #ocean #film #festival #oceanfestival #sea #inspiration #makingwaves #seayouthere

'A Shark with a Thousand Names' explores the many legends and fairy tales around whale sharks in Indonesia. Whale sharks are a sign of good luck and prosperity and harbor the spirits of ancestors. Whale sharks are fully protected by law and are symbol of harmony between humans and sharks. Live Performance by Claudia Schmitt on Thursday, April 13 at 4 pm @ the Cowell Theater. https://ioff2023.eventive.org/schedule/641a0d0a64bb3e004b64a72e

Seagrass for Sea Change documents a pilot program to protect seagrasses in Botany Bay, Sydney. Seagrass meadows are critically important habitats to sequester carbon, stabilize the shoreline, and provide shelter for nursery habitats. 🐠 Discover a whole new world on Friday, April 14 at 1 pm @ Cowell Theater (link in bio). Director Whitney Beer-Kerr will be on our panel discussion on Sunday, April 16th @ 12 pm. We hope to sea you there! 🌊

The Storm Chaser captures the mystical power of ocean storms. While sensible souls retreat, a big-wave windsurfer heads out in pursuit of an extreme, illuminated moment with the tempestuous sea. 🌊 We hope to sea you there! April 15 at 7 pm @ Cowell Theater- Fort Mason Center. https://ioff2023.eventive.org/schedule/63ff6c78cc975b00a625db67 #IOFF #IOFF2023 #ocean #film #festival #oceanfestival #sea #inspiration #makingwaves #seayouthere #bluecarbon

Gender Outlaw: A Bodysurfing Story- A Tyler Wilde is a bodysurfer from Manhattan Beach, CA. He discovered bodysurfing and joined the “Gillis Beach Bodysurfing Association” while overcoming the physical and emotional challenges of personal sex change and acceptance. The sport of bodysurfing and the support from his students and surfing community helped him reconcile with his new identity. We hope to sea you there! Friday, April 14 at 7 pm @ Cowell Theater- Fort Mason Center (tickets in bio). 🎥🌊🎬 #IOFF #IOFF2023 #ocean #film #festival #oceanfestival #inspiration #sea #makingwaves #seayouthere

Tickets are officially on sale! The 20th Annual International Ocean Film Festival is sharing ocean films from all over the world. From deep sea creatures, to planting coral gardens, to researching whale migrations, these stories help connect us to the ocean. Come watch some of the most acclaimed ocean films of the year at the Cowell Theater in Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture April 13-16th. Reserve your tickets here: https://ioff2023.eventive.org/welcome #IOFF #IOFF2023 #ocean #film #festival #oceanfestival #sea #inspiration #makingwaves #seayouthere

Reserve your spot for the 20th Anniversary Benefit. It will be a night to remember, surrounded by scientists, filmmakers, directors, and ocean-loving friends. 🌊 📍Where? California Academy of Sciences 🕒 When? Friday, March 31, 2023 The evening will honor our 2023 Ocean Champions, Ashlan and Philippe Cousteau Jr., highlight award-winning independent films to be presented at the film festival in April, and a Fund a Need to help support the IOFF Youth Education Programs. https://intloceanfilmfest.ejoinme.org/makingwaves #benefit #oceanchampion #celebrate #ocean #IOFF2023 #art #film #science

We are excited to announce the Bay Area Premiere of Deep Rising directed by Matthieu Rytz and narrated by Jason Momoa. Opening Night is Thursday April 13th. 🎥 Tickets will go on sale March 1st. #savethedate #ocean #deeprising #jasonmomoa

Congratulations to the selected filmmakers for the 20th Annual International Ocean Film Festival! 🎥 🌎 Our Selection Committee has picked the best films for the festival. Sea you there! 🐚 Check out the Official Selections on our website: https://intloceanfilmfest.org/2023-official-selections #IOFF2023 #savethedate #seayouthere