Ladyface Mountain Film Festival 2025

Ladyface Mountain Film Festival

Experience compelling stories and unforgettable moments at Ladyface Mountain Documentary Film Festival, February 6 - 8. Join us!

Regency Agoura Hills  (and Surrounding Area)

The Ladyface Mountain Documentary Film Festival takes place February 6 - 8 in the scenic Conejo Valley, showcasing award-winning and thought-provoking documentaries. Screenings will be held in a comfortable, accessible venue with ample seating.Guests can enjoy Q&A sessions with filmmakers following each feature, providing a unique opportunity for audience engagement. The venue is ADA-compliant, with wheelchair access and assistive listening devices available upon request.Food and beverages will be available for purchase nearby. Parking is free, with plenty of spaces on-site. Please arrive early for check-in to ensure a smooth experience. Whether you're a documentary enthusiast or new to the genre, this festival offers something special for everyone.

Thursday (Day 1)

A guided hike offering breathtaking views of the Agoura Hills and an introduction to the festival's connection with nature.


Opening Hike To The Top of Ladyface Mountain (POSTPONED DUE TO RAIN) 

Interactive film screenings and activities designed to inspire young filmmakers and foster creativity.

Kid Friendly Community Engagement Event & Screening

In ULTIMATE CITIZENS, Jamshid is an Iranian who came to study in 1970’s America, and due to the Revolution, never went “home.” As a guidance counselor in Seattle Public Schools, Jamshid’s best work takes place out of the building and on a playing field with “his kids,” the children of refugees and immigrants. Their parents are in the grips of their own struggles to make a living and a home in a strange land. Mr. Jamshid is the charismatic, fiery, funny human with a Frisbee in hand, who is the first to show that "love wins" on the field, off the field, at home with family, or boldly forging a new community, in a new country - one kid, chicken, extreme mile and friend at a time.

Short Doc Screening of  "Ultimate Citizens" With Director Francine Strickwerda

A festive kickoff featuring music, networking, and FREE food and bar refreshments to celebrate the start of the festival.


Opening Night Party @ Sunrose California Eatery

A stunning tribute to the resilience of Native people and their way of life, SUGARCANE, the debut feature documentary from Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie, is an epic cinematic portrait of a community during a moment of international reckoning.   In 2021, evidence of unmarked graves was discovered on the grounds of an Indian residential school run by the Catholic Church in Canada. After years of silence, the forced separation, assimilation and abuse many children experienced at these segregated boarding schools was brought to light, sparking a national outcry against a system designed to destroy Indigenous communities. Set amidst a groundbreaking investigation, SUGARCANE illuminates the beauty of a community breaking cycles of intergenerational trauma and finding the strength to persevere.

Opening Night Documentary National Geographic Presents: Sugarcane

Friday (Day 2)

In a remote, abandoned desert town, a vibrant community of artists breathes new life into the desolate landscape, drawing attention to the ecological crisis and imminent demise of the Salton Sea. Despite Bombay Beach's harsh environment and history of decay, this resilient community thrives.
This documentary offers a poignant glimpse into a town that feels like the last bastion of life on Earth. It serves as a microcosm of human potential, showcasing the beauty and fragility of existence, amid looming environmental threats and the challenges of climate change.


Feature Doc Screening of "Passing Through" With Director Sarah Remetch Ingram 

Girls Riding High Directed By Katrin York
Tessa Directed By Megan Dahl
One Buck Won’t Hurt Directed By Christopher Stoudt
Tiny Tree Concert Directed By David Neptune


Short Doc Block Screenings  w/ Q& A

Here Where the Sea Shines Directed By  Giuseppe A. Modica                                                                                         A little dog named Rosy is the mascot of Marina Grande, a small port area in Sorrento. Today, Rosy turns 10 and helps her 60-year-old male owner work at the bar, socializing with the customers and watching the fishermen and the sea. Rosy has a past as a fisherman with her previous owner and she's the link between the merchants and residents of Marina di Sorrento.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            What's Next Directed By Taylor Taglianeti                

Israeli Travel Presents Doc Block  w/ Q& A

Stud Country Directed By Lina Abascal & Alexandra Kern
A Harvest  Directed By Robert Gourley
Kowloon Directed By Erin Ramirez & Mona Xia 


Doc Block  w/ Q&A & Wine Tasting

An evening for filmmakers and enthusiasts to connect over drinks and shared interests.


Filmmaker Networking Party @ Courtyard Marriott Agoura Bar

Saturday (Day 3) 

Hidden in Plain Sight Directed By Gregg Drew Dunham
You’re Already Dead, Bro Directed By Samuel Green
Kekoa’s Chair Directed By Dustin Winebrenner
Dirty Dan Directed By Max Garber


Agoura & Beyond Screenings + Student Short Screenings

Explore interactive exhibits and enjoy screenings that delve into local and environmental themes during a complimentary lunch.


Kairos Wealth Partners Presents Free Blue Table Lunch & Breakout Rooms

The Way Back Directed By Teton Gravity Research
Toy Hospital Directed By Diego Rotmistrovsky
The Quilters Directed By Jenifer McShane
Christmas Everyday Directed By Faye Tsakas


Closing Short Docs w/ Q& A

After decades of living a secret life, a filmmaker travels to a strict Japanese monastery in search of guidance but the only monk who will help him prefers ice cream and heavy metal over meditation. Crows are White is an exploration of truth, faith and love, from the top of a mountain to the bottom of a sundae.

Closing Feature Doc "Crows Are White" With Director Ahsen Nadeem

A celebratory evening recognizing standout films and talent, featuring music and networking opportunities.

Closing Night Reception

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