Iranian Connections, Pop Renaissance Man
High, medium, and pop culture play out on screens and stage on day five of SBIFF 2026.
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Festival Forecast | Monday, February 9, 2026
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Romanian Orchestral Maneuvers and Artisanal Craftsmanship
Among the highlights of Day Three at SBIFF is the Romanian classical music biopic ‘The Yellow Tie,’ with other musical stops during the day/night.
Festival Forecast | Sunday, February 8, 2026
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Blue Moon Shot, Trophies in the Air at SBIFF
Versatile artist Ethan Hawke’s Oscar-nominated ‘Blue Moon’ tour de force paves the way to his deserved Arlington tribute.
Day 3 | Further Cinematic Globetrotting at SBIFF
From volunteer medics in war to memory’s slippery terrain and indigenous art’s bold presence, new films resonate beyond the screen.
Festival Forecast | Saturday, February 7, 2026
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Virgin Cinematic Voyaging
Notes from the SBIFF ground, on day two.
A Mensch Among Men
Fans are the real winners at Adam Sandler’s Santa Barbara International Film Festival tribute.
Festival Forecast | Friday, February 6, 2026
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