Audience Awards
Chosen by our audience members, we are happy to announce that American Violet was chosen favorite narrative; Archeology of Memory: Villa Grimaldi for favorite documentary; and Skymaster, A Flying Family Fairytale for favorite children's film.

Tribute to Tony Curtis
Tuesday, November 18
Few actors have earned the title of Hollywood legend and American Prince. Tony Curtis is one. The Mill Valley Film Festival is pleased to present its MVFF award to screen icon Tony Curtis at San Francisco’s majestic Castro Theatre. <read more>

Seen at the Festival!
Check out some of the fantastic photos and read the list of filmmakers in attendance at this year's Mill Valley Film Festival. And to all of our volunteers, patrons, and guests… we thank you for making our 31st year a big success!



Welcome to the Mill Valley Film Festival!

Welcome to the Mill Valley Film Festival’s 31st edition. A celebration of the best in independent and world cinema, MVFF brings together a community of filmmakers and film lovers to Mill Valley, San Rafael and beyond to experience great new films in the beautiful environment of San Francisco’s Bay Area. With its reputation as a filmmakers’ festival, this prestigious noncompetitive event showcases international features, documentaries, shorts and children's films - something for every filmgoer. We invite you to join us in celebrating great film October 2-12.