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In-person screenings in San Diego and streaming online across the United States.

Festival Details & Costs

In-Person screenings in San Diego: 

  • Individual tickets:  $10 Public / $6 Members / $8 Seniors, Military and Students
  • In-person festival pass: Save your seat for the 4 screenings of the in-person festival: $20 Members / $30 Public

Digital Tickets: 

  • Individual film digital tickets: $6 Members/ $9 public 
  • Digital-only festival pass: $20 members/ $35 public. Provides access to 5 films online, including 2 films not available in person.

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Free ticket: If the cost of a ticket would prevent you from being part of the festival, just email filmticket@hrw.org and we'll send you the info on how to get a free in-person or digital ticket. We don't want the cost of a ticket to be a barrier for participation. Change starts here, and it starts with you. 

Cinema Partners

What's Playing

Bad Press

Without a free press how can our communities make decisions and uncover the truth? Bad Press follows one news outlet's fight to survive. When the elected leaders of the Muscogee Nation, the fourth largest Native American tribe, suddenly curb press freedom and give officials authority to edit all news stories before they reach the public, a rogue reporter fights to expose her government’s corruption in a historic battle that will have ramifications for all of Indian Country.

Freedom of the Press United States

Digital Festival Pass

Reserve your pass now to watch the festival films at your own pace, anytime between Feb 4-10 across the US. 

In-Person Pass

Purchase an in-person festival pass to save your seat MOPA @ San Diego Museum of Art, for all 4 in-person screenings and save. 

Is There Anybody Out There?

Filmmaker Ella Glendining asks: "What does it take to love yourself fiercely as a disabled person in a non-disabled world?" Born with a rare disability, Ella Glendining searches the world for another person with a body that looks like hers. In the process, she challenges society’s ableist assumptions and demonstrates the infectious joy that can come from accepting ourselves and bodies and lives - just as they are.

Disability Rights Global

Seven Winters in Tehran

In 2007, Reyhaneh Jabbari, 19, is sentenced to death in Iran for the murder of a man who tried to rape her. The efforts her family and supporters undertake open a window into the mass oppression and silencing of women in Iran, and the risks taken by those who defend and support them.

Women's Rights Middle East

Si Pudiera Quedarme (If I Could Stay)

When undocumented mothers Jeanette and Ingrid face deportation and separation from their young children, they and their communities rally support to keep them safe despite the risks. A story of courage and allyship, Si Pudiera Quedarme is a timely look at the transformative power of communities uniting for justice.  

Migrants' Rights United States

Summer Qamp

Summer Qamp follows a group of LGBTQ+ youth as they attend a camp like no other: a judgment-free zone where they explore their authentic selves while building community, finding joy, and making memories that will last a lifetime.

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,and Transgender (LGBT) rights Global

We Dare to Dream

As the Refugee Olympic Team prepares to compete at the Tokyo Olympics, We Dare to Dream chronicles their hopes and desires as they fight for a better life.            

Refugee Rights Global

Tickets & Schedule

Watch anytime from February 4 — 10, 2024

Bad Press

Digital film screening
Book your ticket
$9 Public/ $6 Members with code
Location
Online
Restrictions

Available to view within the United States only 

Seven Winters in Tehran

Digital film screening
Book your ticket
$9 Public/ $6 Members with code
Location
Online
Restrictions

Available to view within the United States only 

Accessibility

Available with Audio Description + Closed Captions to stream online

Seven Winters in Tehran

Digital film screening
Book your ticket
$9 Public/ $6 Members with code
Restrictions

Available to view within the United States only

Accessibility

Audio described version of film Seven Winters in Tehran

Friday, February 2, 2024

Summer Qamp

In-Person Event
Q&A
Reception
Book now
$10 Public/ $6 Members / $8 Seniors, Military, Students
Speakers

Discussion to follow with Director Jen Markowtiz, Yasemin Smallens, Senior Coordinator, Human Rights Watch LGBT program and special guests. 

Saturday, February 3, 2024

Bad Press

In-Person Event
Q&A
Book Now
$10 Public/ $6 Members / $8 Seniors, Military, Students
Speakers

Discussion to follow with Directors Rebecca Landsberry-Baker,  Joe Peeler. and Angel Ellis via zoom + special guests in person.

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