Film Making San Francisco

Film maker Chat & Coffee

This is one of our General Meetings, which means we will be sitting around chatting drinking coffee (or whatever)! * Please bring: a great attitude and a desire to get involved in making movies! * the cafe does sell food and beverages If you have something to show or materials to review, feel free to bring that.

dAseIn Film Festival

**Dasein AI Film Festival — The Continuum** Cinema at the Edge of Presence Tuesday\, June 9 \| 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM 📍 Upcider\, 1160 Polk St\, Floor 2\, San Francisco 🎟 $13 \| 50 spots — bring your friends *** The first Dasein AI Film Festival happened. 22 films screened. 7 awards presented. A full room, two parts, and conversations that kept going long after the lights came up. Now we continue. The Continuum is the next gathering in the Dasein series — built from submissions that didn't align with the first edition's specific theme. Not because they lacked strength, but because they existed beyond its frame. This is where they are seen. The theme this time opens wider. Not human. Not machine. But being itself — the condition of existing in relation to a world that is shifting faster than language can follow. Inspired by Heidegger's concept of Dasein — the awareness of presence, of being here, now, in this — the evening moves beyond categories and into the question underneath all of them. **Program Format** — 10 to 15 curated short films — Total runtime under 100 minutes — One award: Audience Award, voted live on the night — Post-screening conversation and connection **A Living Structure** Dasein now runs year-round. Every two months, a new theme. Every screening, a different entry point into the same question. This builds toward the second Dasein Film Festival in 2027 — a full-day event, expanded in every dimension. If you make films, submit. If you think about AI, consciousness, or cinema, come. If you just want to be in a room where the conversation is worth having — this is that room. Followed by connection and the continuation of the Dasein Creative Circle — a year-round space for filmmakers, artists, technologists, writers, and thinkers to meet and co-evolve. Sponsored by the Empathetic AI Institute. 🔗 [www.daseinfilmfestival.com](http://www.daseinfilmfestival.com) 🎬 Submit: filmfreeway.com/DaseinFilmFestival 📸 @daseinfilmfestival Limited capacity. Early arrival recommended.

Berkeley Community Media Planning Meet-Up

Overview - https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYlUD5JgHMm/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Join us for an opportunity to be on the Film Festival Production Team as well as share your work in creative works in progress with peers. **Join the BCM Film Festival Team!** Be part of a passionate group dedicated to creating meaningful, community-driven filmmaking events. We meet once a month to plan, collaborate, and make the magic happen. **Contact Melanie@betv.org and come to the 3rd Wednesday of every month at BCM headquarters to get involved.** This is a chance for you to become involved in a deeper way with the wonderful film festivals produced by BCM. Traditionally, we have had 2 film festivals each year: the 48 Hour Filmmaker Challenge in July and the Horror Film Fest-Evil in October. However, there have been others such as "The BCM Screening Room," "St. Valentine’s Day Film Festival," "March Mania" and a "Sci Fi Film Festival." What are festival themes YOU would like to see BCM produce? In other words, we COULD be having more events if only we had more support…and…YOU could be getting the inside scoop on how it all works from start to finish. This means a more in-depth understanding of film fest production. BCM celebrates Berkeley’s creative spirit and longstanding tradition of independent arts and storytelling. Our festivals highlight independent filmmakers while providing a public platform for diverse voices and experimental work. By bringing together filmmakers, residents, students, and visitors for screenings, discussions, our festivals reflect Berkeley’s identity as a city that values creativity, free expression, and community engagement. The events we produce strengthen local cultural life while making independent film accessible to the broader community. Whether you’re in the industry as a filmmaker already, just starting out or purely want to support the festival production at BCM, please contact Melanie@betv.org and show up to the Community Club 2.0 every month 3rd Wednesday 6-8pm

Film maker Chat & Coffee

This is one of our General Meetings, which means we will be sitting around chatting drinking coffee (or whatever)! * Please bring: a great attitude and a desire to get involved in making movies! * the cafe does sell food and beverages If you have something to show or materials to review, feel free to bring that.

The VINE Networking Event!

We invite you to this networking meeting of the VINE. We will have surprises in store and as always there will be plenty of community and conversation. ​Whether you're a filmmaker, DP, motion designer, producer, editor, or play ANY role in the video industry, [The VINE](https://thevineoakland.com/) is the place to be for networking, promotion and inspiration. And as usual, your $5 admission gets you pizza, wine and other refreshments. ​​Also, you'll have the opportunity to promote yourself and what you are working on, during the last portion of the evening in a segment we call "Voices of the Vine." ​Register now! [https://luma.com/xgbyw3ue](https://luma.com/xgbyw3ue) ​**Mark Your Calendars for the Next VINE Mixer:** * ​**Date:** Thursday, June 4 Every 1st Thursday of the month  Oakland Informal Spaces - formerly Port Labs 2044 Franklin St · Oakland, CA * ​**Time:** 6p - 8p * ​Map: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/iFF5G7b57bqhpgy76](https://maps.app.goo.gl/iFF5G7b57bqhpgy76) Hosted By [Eric Wise & Roy Wanguhu](https://luma.com/user/usr-FL9V2XOiJ24xoVw) The Video Industry Networking Event. Connect. Promote. Achive.

Film: Bridget Jones's Diary (2001)

**This month’s pick is Bridget Jones's Diary**. This is the movie that had me fully convinced Renée Zellweger was actually British for far too long. It also gave me the unrealistic but delightful expectation that I’d meet my own Mr. Darcy and that my 20s would be effortlessly glamorous… we can all dream, right? **\*This event will take place at my apartment in Hayes/Alamo Square. We'll be watching the film via my projector.** **Snacks and drinks will be provided (or bring a favorite to share!).**

Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park - Free

**Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park 🎉** Join Rang De Bollywood for some high-energy, outdoor, bollywood fun! This event is sure to leave you feeling loved, lighter, and delighted in excitement after every session. 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds. ✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure! 🎁 Free to attend – just bring your joy, your people, and your dancing feet! 🚶🏼‍♂️‍➡️Register for free so we can prepare at rang.eventbrite.com 🕔 5:30 – 7:00 PM – we’ll start with a beginner friendly dance lesson, followed by an open dance party! 💫 This is a repeating event, happening every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, May through October and you can register for as many dates as you like. Register now: [rang.eventbrite.com](http://rang.eventbrite.com) **About Rang De Bollywood** Hailing from the dream dance city of Mumbai and Amritsar, which is also home to Bollywood and Holy Vibes, our energetic, charismatic, and fun dance instructors-performers-entertainers, Manpreet (Certified in Indian Folk by India's Best and also an author) and Amit (percussionist, actor, dancer), have spread Indian dance music and moves across the length and breadth of India, USA, and Europe. Their recent performances were at National Center of Performing Arts in Mumbai and Herbst Theater in San Francisco. **Important Notes:** * Enter through transit center building and take the elevator to rooftop. We will be close to the elevator. * No solicitors allowed. * Classes might be video taped for marketing purposes. * All choreographies are Copyrighted and Original Works of Manpreet Komal/Rang De Bollywood. *"I recently had the pleasure of attending Manpreet’s Bollywood dance class, and I must say, it was an absolute blast! Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced dancer, this class caters to everyone's skill level. The highlight of the class was undoubtedly her teaching style. With a knack for breaking down complex steps into manageable chunks, even the most intricate routines felt attainable. The pacing was just right, ensuring that beginners didn't feel overwhelmed while keeping experts engaged. Highly recommend!" — Kavneet Bindra* **We can't wait to dance together, see you soon!**

BASH- Bay Area & Sacramento Short Film Festival 2025- Part 2- PLUS

Bay Area and Sac Short Films Festival, PLUS- Challenge Filmmakers, Actors, and Writers Compete!!!.. with NETWORKING! THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT- Get Tickets WELL IN ADVANCE! For More Info or GET TICKETS TODAY[ ](https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bash-bay-area-and-sacramento-short-film-festival--2026)[CLICK HERE](https://www.mmtb.org/festival) SEE OUR ANNUAL CALENDAR FOR ALL OUR EVENTS THIS YEAR [event.mmtb.org](http://event.mmtb.org)

Bollywood Nights - Salesforce Park - Free

**Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park 🎉** Join Rang De Bollywood for some high-energy, outdoor, bollywood fun! This event is sure to leave you feeling loved, lighter, and delighted in excitement after every session. 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds. ✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure! 🎁 Free to attend – just bring your joy, your people, and your dancing feet! 🚶🏼‍♂️‍➡️Register for free so we can prepare at rang.eventbrite.com 🕔 5:30 – 7:00 PM – we’ll start with a beginner friendly dance lesson, followed by an open dance party! 💫 This is a repeating event, happening every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, May through October and you can register for as many dates as you like. Register now: [rang.eventbrite.com](http://rang.eventbrite.com) **About Rang De Bollywood** Hailing from the dream dance city of Mumbai and Amritsar, which is also home to Bollywood and Holy Vibes, our energetic, charismatic, and fun dance instructors-performers-entertainers, Manpreet (Certified in Indian Folk by India's Best and also an author) and Amit (percussionist, actor, dancer), have spread Indian dance music and moves across the length and breadth of India, USA, and Europe. Their recent performances were at National Center of Performing Arts in Mumbai and Herbst Theater in San Francisco. **Important Notes:** * Enter through transit center building and take the elevator to rooftop. We will be close to the elevator. * No solicitors allowed. * Classes might be video taped for marketing purposes. * All choreographies are Copyrighted and Original Works of Manpreet Komal/Rang De Bollywood. *"I recently had the pleasure of attending Manpreet’s Bollywood dance class, and I must say, it was an absolute blast! Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced dancer, this class caters to everyone's skill level. The highlight of the class was undoubtedly her teaching style. With a knack for breaking down complex steps into manageable chunks, even the most intricate routines felt attainable. The pacing was just right, ensuring that beginners didn't feel overwhelmed while keeping experts engaged. Highly recommend!" — Kavneet Bindra* **We can't wait to dance together, see you soon!**

BASH- Bay Area & Sacramento Short Film Festival 2025- Part 1- PLUS

DISCLOSURE DAY (2026) at AMC Metreon in Dolby - Fri June 12 at 7

DISCLOSURE DAY (2026) is Steven Spielberg’s latest sci-fi adventure film. To attend this event, you have to BUY A TICKET (HERE: https://www.amctheatres.com/movie-theatres/san-francisco/amc-metreon-16) for the Friday, June 12, 2026 showing of DISCLOSURE DAY at 7pm at the AMC Metreon in Dolby. Then, come watch the movie. THEN, come out after to discuss the movie with us! (We’ll probably go to Tempest, Novela or Harlequin). Don’t sign up if you aren’t going to buy a ticket, watch the movie, and discuss it with us - save spots for those who are coming!

Shut Up & Write!® in Potrero Hill

Join us for some focused writing time. You can write poetry, your resume, do research, write a novel, screenplay, short stories, song lyrics or work projects, create apps and games, etc. All types of writing and writers at all levels of experience and expertise are welcome. But don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello to everyone and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions. Writers can say what they are working on if they choose. I then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com) WiFi Access: Patrons will find WiFi at all San Francisco Public Library buildings. Travel / Parking info: Muni #55 bus. Abundant Street parking.