Celebrate cinema at the intersection of Science Fantasy and Science Fiction with award-winning features, a curated series of international and domestic shorts, acclaimed cult classics, science inspired films, expert panel presentations, talkbacks, and out-of-this-world parties!

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FULL WEEKEND PASS

FRI 9|18
- 5:30p - LAUNCH PARTY. Cocktails kick off the weekend event (cash bar).
- 7:00p - GOOD LUCK, HAVE FUN, DON’T DIE. GOOD LUCK, HAVE FUN, DON’T DIE with panel discussion to follow - Directed by Gore Verbinski (Pirates of the Carribean, The Ring), this sci-fi comedy adventure starring Sam Rockwell as a time traveler is known for its high energy, absurdist, and darkly comedic tone, blending action with social commentary on AI technology dangers. (R-rated)

SAT 9|19
- 12:00 - 2:30p - Feature Film, with Talkback. REVEALED SOON!
- 4:00 - 6:00p - SCI FI SHORTS - A curated series of provocative, attention-grabbing, award-winning international and domestic shorts.
- 6:00 - 7:00p - OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD PARTY, Wright Family Atrium. Festival ticket holders are invited to join the party! Cocktails, lite fare, giveaways in the Wright Family Atrium just outside the GE Theatre entrance.
- 7:30 - 10:00p - Feature Film with Talkback. REVEALED SOON!

SUN 9|20
- 11:00a - 1:00p - FANTASY SHORTS - A curated series of provocative, attention-grabbing, award-winning international and domestic shorts.
- 2:00p - METROPOLIS - Silent Film with live musical ensemble. Fritz Lang’s visionary sci-fi masterpiece is accompanied by an experimental and spontaneous live score by Order of the Illusive.

Event details may change. Confirm details on the official event website.