On March 28, 2026, we moved outside the walls of San Quentin to produce SQFF PRESENTS @ CCWF,  the first-ever film festival held inside a women’s prison, at Central California Women’s Facility in Chowchilla, expanding our community exponentially!  

SQFF26 will return to San Quentin Rehabilitation Center on October 22-23 for our 3rd annual festival, celebrating the creativity and perspectives of currently and formerly incarcerated filmmakers.  Submissions are now open!

Through proximity, interaction, and shared experiences, SQFF fosters unique opportunities for professional training, creative collaboration, and potential career pathways. 

We welcome your interest, engagement, and support!