His story is depicted in the documentary “Enchanted Matter: The Art of Robert Powell,” which will have its world premiere at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Credit: Courtesy ...

Roger Durling can’t conceal his excitement for the 40 th edition of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. The SBIFF director sees the need for a celebration of art as Los Angeles ...

SANTA BARARA, Calif. – 2025 marks the 40th anniversary of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. The non-profit arts organization will celebrate this milestone will an additional day to ...

The SBIFF poster promoting this year's festival was created by Mary Heebner, who studied art at the University of California, Santa Barbara. It represents resurrection. The choice seems fitting ...

No, she is not among the Oscar nominated of the tribute subjects headed to the Arlington during the festival — Timothée Chalamet ... Durling’s question regarding the state of the art of animation and ...

From February 14 to 16, Puerto Vallarta's city center will transform into an open-air gallery as it hosts the highly ...

I’m grateful to Roger and the festival for bringing the L.A. and Santa Barbara communities together. I’m grateful for the artisans we are honoring. Art has always brought people together in ...

known for its commitment to community education and the arts. The festival not only showcases world-class filmmaking but also supports educational initiatives aimed at students and underserved ...