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MVFF49: OCT 1-11, 2026 Festival sections include: World Cinema, US Cinema, Valley of the Docs, Children’s FilmFest and 5@5 (daily shorts programs).
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Founded in 1978 by MVFF Director Mark Fishkin, the Festival has established an impressive track record for launching new films and the careers of new filmmakers and is well known for the quality of its programming. Gala celebrations, parties, seminars and opportunities to mingle with filmmakers in a spectacular setting!

08/22/2026

The 49th Mill Valley Film Festival opens with WILD HORSE NINE, Martin McDonagh's tense new thriller set on the eve of Chile's 1973 coup, starring John Malkovich, Sam Rockwell, Steve Buscemi, Mariana Di Girolamo, Ailín Salas, Tom Waits, and Parker Posey. Director

⭐️ Martin McDonagh, Sam Rockwell, and Mariana Di Girolamo are expected to attend — followed by an extraordinary opening night celebration!

The next night, we're paying tribute to Sam Rockwell, celebrating one of the boldest, most fearless careers in American film.

📍 Opening Night: THU, OCT 1
📍 Tribute to Sam Rockwell: FRI, OCT 2

Want first access to tickets for nights like these? Become a CAFILM member before September 1st to lock in current prices before they go up — plus enjoy 3 days of presale access before the general public.

🎟️ Become a member today: → bit.ly/4wJ0ixD

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07/20/2026

We're building our Volunteer Team for the 49th Mill Valley Film Festival...
Love film? Want to be a part of this year's festival? Let us know!

Volunteer opportunities include theater ushering, line management, party help, and much more! Perks include a volunteer-exclusive t-shirt, vouchers earned for every shift, and entry into a robust community of film lovers.

To learn more, share your interest via this quick form: bit.ly/4w4i7Yi

| Oct 1-11

07/18/2026

🎟️ The best deals for Mill Valley Film Festival are available for a limited time!

Save on ticket packs, passes, and membership packages. Become a CAFILM Member for early access to MVFF tickets plus exclusive perks & savings all year long.

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07/17/2026

🎬 Want to be part of MVFF49? We're hiring!

We've got seasonal gigs open with the Mill Valley Film Festival, including our newly added Development Associate position, as well as opportunities in Box Office and Theater Operations.

Apply today: bit.ly/4ozYILV

| October 1–11, 2026

06/26/2026

🎬 Love film? Work with us for MVFF49!

Seasonal part-time opportunities with the Mill Valley Film Festival are now live.

We're looking for Box Office Representatives, Customer Support Representatives, Festival House Managers, Line Managers, and Theater Operations Production Assistants.

is October 1–11, 2026
Get the details + apply: bit.ly/4ozYILV

06/23/2026

🎟️ MVFF49 EARLY BIRD DEALS ARE HERE!

Lock in the best prices now on ticket packs, passes, and membership packages. CAFILM Members get early access to MVFF tickets + year-round perks at our theaters.

is Oct 1–11, 2026

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05/29/2026

🎬 💛 Hey, passionate film enthusiasts! Interested in being a Mill Valley Film Festival Pre-Screener—specifically for short films?

We're looking for dedicated individuals to provide quick and reliable reviews. Screenings are flexible and can be done remotely.

Find the full details and complete the form to be considered.
🔎 bit.ly/4viog2y

is Oct 1-11

05/06/2026

🎬 Filmmakers, last call for MVFF49 entries...

Presented by the California Film Institute, the Mill Valley Film Festival returns for its 49th year.

We welcome short- and feature-length films across narrative, documentary, experimental, animation, and youth-produced work.

🎬 Submit your film by Monday, May 11.
→ bit.ly/4t0wtqB

04/16/2026

🎬 CALL FOR ENTRIES: MVFF49

Filmmakers—don’t miss your chance to be part of the 49th Annual Mill Valley Film Festival.

🎥 Submit your short or feature today: bit.ly/4aS3VcT

Early Deadline is a few days away! MON, APR 20
Final Deadline: MON, MAY 11

🌟 MVFF49 | OCT 1–11, 2026
Presented by CAFILM

Photo © Tommy Lau

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