past cciff winners
Each year, the Central Coast International Film Festival honors bold voices and visionary storytelling from around the world. Our past winners represent the very best in independent film - works that moved, challenged, and inspired us. Explore the standout films and talented filmmakers recognized at our 2025, 2024 and 2023 festivals.
2025 Winter CCIFF Winners
The 2025 Summer edition brought together groundbreaking new talent and daring cinematic visions. These winning films captivated audiences and juries alike with their creativity, heart, and originality.
2024 Winter CCIFF Winners
The 2024 winter festival showcased a diverse range of compelling stories and rising talents. These winners represent the evolving spirit of CCIFF.
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2024 Summer CCIFF Winners
From gripping narratives to genre-defying shorts, these award-winning films captured the imagination of audiences and juries alike. Each winner reflects the heart of CCIFF—bold storytelling, fresh perspectives, and a passion for independent film.
2023 CCIFF Winners
The 2023 Central Coast International Film Festival marked the launch of a new creative tradition on California’s Central Coast. In our very first year, we welcomed a passionate community of filmmakers and film lovers to celebrate bold, original storytelling. These inaugural winners set the tone—diverse, daring, and deeply human—and laid the foundation for everything CCIFF has become.
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