The 9th Annual Stinson Beach Documentary Film Festival is here! Benefiting the Stinson Beach Community Center.
Please come and join us on November 6th, 7th, & 8th, 2026
Friday Opening Night Gala
Nov 6
Doors Open 5:30 PM: Music and Beverages!
Dinner 6PM: Featuring Tastes of West Marin paella dinner, salad, a grazing table, and an ice cream treat.
Film: PETER ASHER: Everywhere Man
Synopsis: Inspired by Asher's acclaimed live cabaret show, A Musical Memoir of the '60s and Beyond, this film blends documentary storytelling, rare archival footage, and live performance. It follows Asher as a Zelig-like figure who stood just off-center from some of the most defining moments in modern pop culture. The documentary features intimate interviews and voiceovers from close collaborators and cultural icons, including Paul McCartney, James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, Carole King, Eric Idle, and Steve Martin.
Saturday Night
Nov 7
Doors open 5PM.
Film: THE WORK IN PROGRESS: A new film by Robert Reich
Synopsis: The Work in Progress is a searching portrait of America at a moment of profound uncertainty, and a hopeful exploration of what we owe one another as our country faces unprecedented challenges. Inspired by Reich's curiosity and humanity, it is a testament to the power of listening, civic engagement, and the belief that our shared future is still ours to shape. The film begins with Reich asking: "What do we owe each other?" What follows is a journey to find out.
Dinner at Intermission: Delicious lasagna (artichoke or beef with ricotta), a locally sourced caesar salad, and garlic bread.
Beer and Wine ($5), Soft Drinks ($2 ) and Ice Cream Bars ($5) will be available at the venue.
7:30 PM Film: AMERICAN DOCTOR
Synopsis: AMERICAN DOCTOR is a vérité non-fiction film following three prominent physicians--Palestinian, Jewish and Zoroastrian--friends who couldn't be more different but are bound by their shared oath to save lives. Filmed in unfolding, on-the-ground scenes, the story follows them from a Gazan hospital under siege, to the halls of Congress. Together they fight to keep a promise to their Palestinian colleagues and patients, to continue the struggle where it matters most: the United States.
Sunday Night
Nov 8
Doors Open 5PM.
Dinner: Selection of delicious freshly made tamales, tortilla chips with salsa, guacamole and sour cream , and a locally sourced salad.
Beer and Wine ($5), Soft Drinks ($2 ) and Ice Cream Bars ($5) will be available at the venue.
2 Short Films:
UC Berkeley Professor speaks out on AI
Josh’s Wedding
Feature Film: THE AI DOC: Or how I became an Apocolyptimist
Synopsis: From the Academy Award®-winning filmmakers behind Everything Everywhere All at Once and Navalny; a father-to-be tries to figure out what is happening with all this AI insanity. The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist is a hand-made, eye-opening documentary about the most powerful technology humanity has ever created... and what's at stake if we get it wrong. This film contains graphic images of war and is not appropriate for children.