March 27-30, 2025 

COME TO SALEM, SEE THE WORLD

Since 2007, Salem Film Fest (SFF) has brought the world's best independent documentaries and their makers to Boston's North Shore. Now the largest international documentary film festival in Massachusetts, the event annually presents features, shorts and special events to a loyal audience of thousands. The festival is mostly run by volunteers through a non-profit entity, Salem Community Arts Center, Inc.

The 18th annual Salem Film Film will take place March 27-30, 2025, with filmmaker Q&As, parties, and other special events. The annual Program Reveal took place on March 2, 2025. Tickets for SFF 2025 are on sale beginning Monday March 3, 2025.

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SFF 2025 Lineup Announced!

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SALEM FILM FEST 2025 TRAILER

Explore some highlights of the upcoming Salem Film Fest 2025 documentary programming!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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