Lights, camera, action: Recapping the 2023 Sacramento Film Festival

Dozens of filmmakers brought their art to the Capital City in this cinematic showcase.

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Sacramento filmmakers Ryan Hepkema and Kenny Williams discuss their film “Five Stars.”

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This weekend, we stopped by the Sacramento Film Festival to enjoy a showcase of art from filmmakers of every variety.

The three-day event was held primarily at Old Sac’s ReUnion Kitchen & Bar, making for a cozy setting that had us rubbing elbows with the artists themselves.

Some of our favorite films included:

  • “The Dawn of Don Damage” — The story of one man on a quest to save his family, who’s gifted the powers of the 1980s’ greatest action flick hero, Don Damage.
  • “Reseda” — A comedy flick with a tone and sensibility as dark as its black-and-white cinematography.
  • “Five Stars” — A short film that explores just how personal a late-night Uber ride can be, complete with exemplary service.

Can’t get enough film in the City of Trees? Check out our list of movies and TV shows based in Sacramento.

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