The 46th San Francisco Jewish Film Festival returns July 16 through August 2, bringing more than 70 independent films, filmmaker conversations, and special events to venues across San Francisco and the East Bay. In this interview, Festival Director Ash Cook discusses what audiences can expect from this year’s lineup, the importance of championing independent filmmakers, how the festival continues to evolve after more than four decades, and why the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival remains one of the world’s leading showcases for Jewish storytelling. Watch as we explore the films, the creative voices, and the conversations that make this festival a Bay Area cultural highlight.
