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Doc Shorts

Program Doc Shorts This program features a collection of four  (4) short documentary films that center around military histories and veteran...
Award Nominee, Award Winner, Healing, Local Film, PTS

Echoes of Resilience

Film Echoes of Resilience Directed by Alex Frey, Brady Ferdig “Echoes of Resilience” throws you on a turbulent journey through a series of PTSD-related tragedies that force a…
A man sits in a chair, leaning in and looking straight into the camera. A large banner with "VET TV - Veteran Television" is in the background. Award Nominee, Healing, Local Film, Made By or Starring Military or Veterans, Post 9/11, PTS, Transitioning Home

Let’s Talk About The War

Film Let’s Talk About The War Directed by Nicholas Betts Combat veteran Nick Betts reflects on the realities of war as a generational conflict comes to an ignominious…
Zoomed in picture of soldiers military metals on their chest. Army, Award Nominee, Local Film, Post 9/11, Student Film, Transitioning Home

Major

Film Major Directed by James Wright The story of a actor turned Army major as he prepares for a returns to civilian life after…
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Narrative Shorts

Program Narrative Shorts This program features a collection of six (6) short narrative films: fictional, creative, or dramatized accounts centered around...
Green graphic with text: Opening Night Reception +Film Trio Army, Diversity & Inclusion, Local Film, Made By or Starring Military or Veterans, Navy, Post 9/11, Vietnam, Women Who Serve

Opening Night Reception + Film Trio

Program Opening Night Reception + Film Trio   Opening night of the GI Film Festival San Diego features three local films: The Making of TOPGUN...
Jet plane flying Award Nominee, Local Film, Made By or Starring Military or Veterans, Navy

The Making of TOPGUN 2

Film The Making of TOPGUN 2 Directed by Mark Vizcarra The behind-the-scenes documentary of the United States Navy's support in the making of the blockbuster sequel to “Top…
Black and white film of soldiers shaking hands in ceremony Award Nominee, Award Winner, Diversity & Inclusion, Local Film, Made By or Starring Military or Veterans, Navy, Vietnam, Women Who Serve

Time for Change: The Kathy Bruyere Story

Film Time for Change: The Kathy Bruyere Story Directed by Daniel Bernardi A remarkable woman challenges two centuries of Navy tradition and discrimination, becoming a champion for equal opportunities to…
Concerned woman Award Nominee, Local Film, Made By or Starring Military or Veterans, Navy

Touch

Film Touch Directed by Andrew Brame In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, a young woman with an autoimmune condition that makes her particularly…
Women soldiers holding weapons Army, Award Nominee, Award Winner, Diversity & Inclusion, Local Film, Made By or Starring Military or Veterans, Post 9/11, Women Who Serve

Ultimate Sacrifices: CPT Jennifer Moreno

Film Ultimate Sacrifices: CPT Jennifer Moreno Directed by Daniel Bernardi The story of US Army Captain Jennifer Moreno, from a leader in the JROTC program at San Diego…