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Official updates from Catalina Film Festival & Institute, including festival announcements, Institute programmes, press releases, awards, guest planning notes, and community news.
Catalina Film Festival shared the passing of dear friend Gary Johnson, expressing gratitude for his friendship, generosity, hospitality, photography, and years of support for the Catalina Film Institute and festival community.
Catalina Film Institute announced Korea as an official international programme focused on Korean cinema, culture, and emerging voices.
31 January Read more
Catalina Film Festival was named one of MovieMaker Magazine’s Top 50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee in 2022.
19 April 2022 Read more
The festival wrapped its 11th anniversary at the historic Avalon Theatre with the world premiere of The Cleaner.
29 September 2021 Read more
Catalina Film Fest returned with back-to-back cinema celebrations in Long Beach and Catalina Island, alongside a virtual online festival.
12 September 2021 Read more
The festival adapted with Carpool Cinema screenings and a Drive-Thru Red Carpet in Long Beach during its 10-year anniversary edition.
14 September 2020 Read more
The 9th annual Catalina Film Festival wrapped with Academy Award-winner Mira Sorvino receiving the Avalon Award and Best of Fest winners announced.
30 October 2019 Read more
The 2019 press release highlighted the 9th annual festival and its recognition of Academy Award-winner Mira Sorvino.
24 September 2019 Read more
The 2018 awards announcement listed festival winners across categories, including the Award of Excellence and other competition results.
30 September 2018 Read more
Catalina Film Festival wrapped its 7th annual edition with awards in 14 categories.
3 October 2017 Read more
The 2017 festival promoted 100+ films, the Film & New Media Summit, Lion’s Den filmmaker pitch activity, and industry tributes.
27 September 2017 Read more
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