Montecito Student Film Festival Kicks Off Today, Featuring Global Student Films

The fourth annual Montecito Student Film Festival is being held today, November 14, 2026, at Westmont's Porter Theatre. The festival celebrates rising filmmakers and fosters creative collaboration, featuring 59 submissions from around the world across various genres. Attendees will participate in workshops led by industry leaders, including director Christine Swanson and former Netflix Animation SVP Brian Raleigh.