AWD Block: Saturday 3:00pm Block - Tickets Just $15 (plus $1.88 SimpleTix Fees)

  • September 6, 2025 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

  • Studio Movie Grill

    1555 Simi Town Center Way
    Simi Valley, California 93065
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Description

AWD Block

A powerful showcase of women-directed films exploring identity, family, loss, and resilience—where bold storytelling meets deeply human moments across generations and genres.


BAD KARMA [dir. Laura Garcia]: An overbearing, loud mouth man who vows to be a better man after a close call during a flight, only to revert to his old ways after safely landing.

No Air for Angels [dir. Erin Elizabeth]: Laird goes to great lengths to bring her estranged father-in-law back into America in order to repair what’s left of her fragmented family and keep those she loves close. Fighting painful memories she holds onto a hopeful future even if it questions her own sanity and forces her to face irrevocable losses.

Wait To Tell Mother [dir. Emma Elizabeth Steiger]: A surprise pregnancy forces a woman to make a difficult decision alone, triggering memories of the one person she could always turn to—her father—and leaving her to find strength in his absence.

Ask the Blessing [dir. v.c. rhone]: During America's Victorian Era of 1901 a family struggles to pick up the pieces after the return of an estranged patriarch.

Silent [dir. Itziar Martinez]: Yael's picture-perfect life takes a turn after she gives birth to her first child. Her concern for the well-being of her precious baby boy spirals into anxiety and fear when she begins to suspect that those around her might not have the best interests at heart.

The Missing Ingredient [dir. Beatriz Santamaria Pinha]:  In the midst of grief and juggling work demands, a mother strives to balance family responsibilities. When her efforts to create a special birthday cake for her daughter are thwarted, her late mother's wisdom sheds light on the importance of cherishing family moments.

The Fires We Play With [dir. Paulina Manseau]: A married couple navigates the complexities of love and desire in a world where technology blurs the lines between fantasy and reality.

Finding JaMia's Spirit [dir. Candace D. Patrick]: After an inquisitive young girl is told that her recently deceased dad is now an ancestor spirit that she can feel whenever she needs, she tries to find his spirit before her first day of kindergarten.

*While we will endeavor to make sure everyone who buys a ticket will get a seat, please know All Access Passes are guaranteed priority entry over paid tickets, limited only by capacity. Seating is not pre-assigned and will be given on a first come first served basis.

Date & Time

Sat, Sep 6, 2025 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Venue Details

Studio Movie Grill

1555 Simi Town Center Way
Simi Valley, California 93065 Studio Movie Grill
SIMI Film Fest

SIMI Film Fest is more than just a screening event — it’s a creative experience set in the heart of Simi Valley. Now in its third year, the festival brings together independent filmmakers from around the globe for five days of powerful storytelling, hands-on industry experiences, and meaningful connection.

This year’s fest includes filmmaker field trips, live scoring performances, behind-the-scenes panels, and one-on-one networking opportunities — all designed to celebrate the full spectrum of creative talent, both in front of and behind the camera.

Whether you're a filmmaker, film lover, or industry pro, SIMI Film Fest is a place to be inspired, get involved, and discover what’s next in independent cinema.


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