About

THE OAKLAND FILM SOCIETY

Since our inception, The Oakland Film Society, has spearheaded networking events, screenings at schools, and local theaters throughout the Bay Area to promote and network independent filmmakers.

The Oakland International Film Festival is presented by the Oakland Film Society.

OUR MISSION
The mission of the Oakland Film Society is to improve the MENTAL, PHYSICAL & SPIRITUAL health of the DIVERSE POPULATIONS of THE EAST BAY THRU INSPIRING FILMS.

1. Support young/new filmmakers with telling their stories.

2. To increase awareness of the many careers related to the film industry.

3. To enhance the image of Oakland within Oakland.

4. To utilize The Oakland International Film Festival to showcase Independent films made by Oakland filmmakers and filmmakers from around the world.

5. Create jobs for local residents in the film industry.

Team

David Roach – Founding Director
Paula Harrell – Special Events
Randolph Belle- Community Relations

Advisory Board
Lathan Hodge
Samm Styles
Helen Wyman
Jacquie Taliferro
Tamara Perkins
Shabaka Henley
Erroll Jackson
Charles Johnson
Zsa Zsa Rensch
Terri Vaughn
Oliver Sims

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
David Roach- President
John Drake- Secretary
Randolph Belle- Treasurer
Dr. Mack Roach III

The Oakland Film Society was founded in 1996 as a non-profit corporation in the state of California.
In 2002, the 1st Oakland International Film Festival premiered at the Grand Lake Theater.