59th Annual Humboldt International Film Festival starts Thursday!

April 21, 2026

The longest running student-led film festival in the world is back!

The 59th Annual Humboldt International Film Festival is coming April 23-26. See over 30 short narrative, documentary, experimental and animation films from all over the world, plus a talk, workshop, after parties, awards and more!

On-Campus highlights include: 

Friday April 24: Guest Judge Panel: Passions & Paychecks: Finding the Balance with LaTajh Weaver (screenwriter, director, and producer, Oakland), Julian Doan (writer/director, LA) and Kat Ball (animator/curator, LA)

Monday April 27: Character Design Workshop with Kat Ball (registration required)

See the full program, film listings, and event details at: https://www.humboldtfilmfest.com/ 

Admission is FREE for all Cal Poly Humboldt students with your ID - just come early to the Minor box office to ensure entry. 

Nicola Waugh, Art + Film 

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