Spokane Jewish Film Festival

07/08/2026

The submission date for next year's festival is July 20, less than two weeks away! Filmmakers, producers, and distributors, please consider submitting your films with Jewish themes and content!

For nearly a quarter-century, the Spokane Jewish Film Festival has brought international films to Spokane that share Jewish life and culture with the communi...

07/02/2026

Mazel tov to Film Festival Committee member Daniel Schaefer on The Inlander's great coverage of The Apple Box and We F.E.W! (Filmmakers of Eastern Washington)!

An apple box has nearly limitless uses. Need a quick boost in height? Step on top. Need a seat? It works for that, too. The Apple Box creative space above

03/10/2026

It's been making a splash at Jewish film festivals, and on April 10, writer/director Matthew Shear's indie romcom "Fantasy Life" opens at the Magic Lantern of Spokane. Check out the trailer and make sure to catch the movie next month!

OPENS AT NEW YORK’S ANGELIKA FILM CENTER MARCH 27. IN THEATERS NATIONWIDE APRIL 3.An anxious law school dropout (Matthew Shear) stumbles into a job babysitti...

03/10/2026

Make sure to check out Spokane Public Library's event series "Between Two Worlds: Exploring Jewish Culture and Religion through Yiddish Literature"! Sunday, April 26, offers a replay of one of the most celebrated events at this year's Spokane Jewish Film Festival: Yiddish songs performed by the local klezmer band Meshugga Daddies followed by a screening of the fun, inspiring documentary Welcome to Yiddishland.

If you missed the music and film back in January, here's your chance to catch 'em! And if you DID attend our concert and "Yiddishland" screening, why not enjoy both again next month!

https://www.spokanelibrary.org/between-two-worlds/

02/17/2026

Show your love for the by voting for us as Best Cultural Community Event in the The Inlander Best of 2026.
Voting ends TODAY — let’s finish strong!

02/10/2026

If you loved our festival, you’ll definitely love the Spokane International Film Festival (March 6–8, 2026)!

This annual event returns with an eclectic lineup of features, shorts, documentaries, and animated films from the Pacific Northwest and around the world. This annual event is presented in person at the Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center, the Garland Theater, and the Magic Lantern Theatre.

Highlights include Evergreens on Opening Night, standout shorts programs like Worlds of Animation and Q***r Shorts, and compelling films such as Our Mr. Matsura and The Fisherman, plus regional showcases like Best of the NW.

SpIFF delivers bold storytelling, fresh perspectives, and meaningful conversations—a vibrant complement to the festival season.
You won’t want to miss it, get your tickets today! https://spokanefilmfestival.org/festival/tickets/

02/10/2026

Prof. Mark Drumbl's insightful commentary on Soda is now viewable on the festival's YouTube channel!

Prof. Mark Drumbl, JD, is the Class of 1975 Alumni Professor at Washington and Lee University, School of Law, where he also serves as Director of the Univers...

02/09/2026

Top-notch films. Bold Community. Powerful conversations.
Vote Spokane Jewish Film Festival for Best Cultural Community Event in the The Inlander Best of 2026 contest!

Vote by Feb. 17 for a chance to win a dinner for two during Inlander Restaurant Week! https://bestof.inlander.com/

02/07/2026

Missed our Feb. 1 Q&A with "31 Candles" director, writer, and star Jonah Feingold? You can check it out now on the festival's 2026 YouTube playlist!

Jonah Feingold is a New York-based filmmaker known for modern romantic comedies and digital storytelling under the umbrella of his media company, Romantical....

02/06/2026