What We Do
Film Festival
We showcase and award the best international independent films and screenplays in charming Ojai.
Community
We support opportunities for regional industry professionals to connect.
Screening Events
We screen specialty films in exciting social settings for the community at large.
Education
We offer filmmakers professional development covering skills, business, and career advancement.
2024 Ojai Film Festival Selections
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Latest News
OFFSite Fundraiser Recap
August 17th marked our first fundraising event OFFSite featuring a film, Studio One Forever, and film inspired disco-themed after party with music provided by DJ Jon Riddell and ph
Mid-year Updates
We’ve been busy building a new foundation here at the Festival. What does that mean? Mostly really boring stuff like: Making sure this newsletter gets delivered to Yahoo, AOL and
President’s Message
Hi there! I’m Katie Guernsey. The new Board President/Executive Director at OFF and first female President in its 25 year history. Yay. I’d like to tell you a bit about myself
Filmmaker Testimonials
"A sweet, fulfilling festival."
" The mission 'to enrich the human spirit' shines through. The hospitality, engaged audience, beautiful environment, and wonderful programming made this festival one of my favorite festival experiences. Very grateful to have been selected to participate."
Frances Chewning
Actor"Absolutely loved it!"
"Absolutely loved the Ojai Film Festival! Terrific city and a wonderful venue filled with great audiences. Everyone was supportive of the filmmakers and were genuinely enthusiastic about the event and their city. The staff was kind and helpful and we are soooo looking forward to coming back very soon."
Mike Pniewski
American actor and orator"Fantastic festival!"
"It was well organized, the audience was wonderful and we felt embraced by the community. We were so honored to win both Best Feature Doc and the Audience Choice Award! We would go back in a heartbeat."