Cinema St. Louis

Cinema St. Louis

Cinema St. Louis is the premier film organization in the St. Louis Metro Area. They are dedicated to celebrating and supporting independent filmmaking through year-round programming, including the renowned St. Louis International Film Festival (SLIFF).

The Cinema St. Louis collection showcases a selection of standout films from their festivals, masterclasses and events - highlighting the creativity, diversity, and storytelling excellence of filmmakers from St. Louis and beyond.

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  • St. Louis' Playground

    A documentary about resorts that once stood on the Meramec River in St. Louis.

  • A Mark on the Wall

    An exploration of a vernacular photograph.

  • Constantinos

    Constantinos is a portrait of a 95-year-old Greek man reflecting on the great loves of his life: his homeland, his architectural legacy, and above all, his late wife, Maria.

    Through intimate interviews, archival photos, animations, and humanistic observation, the film moves between memory-coate...

  • Crossing

    An aide to Death struggles to help her first soul cross over to the afterlife.

  • Kevin Hale

    Memorial artist Kevin Hale from Farmington, Missouri, has spent over 20 years helping families heal through loss. Now, he's working on a national memorial for veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress - aiming to save lives, not just honor them.

  • Palette

    A painter suffering from the throes of perfectionism is unable to sell her work, until she develops a dangerous new technique - using her own blood.

  • Zermi's Paradox

    The story of a little space cadet named Zermi, and his attempt to convince his superior officers that the species he discovered - a race called “humans” from a backwater planet called “Earth” - are a species worth contacting.

  • Disposed to Suffer

    A reflection on American violence.

  • Smallpox Island

    Three residents of Alton, Illinois, reckon with the legacy and impact of a tragic historical site with roots in their city. Meanwhile, a medium from out of town visits the site to see what she can learn from the energy of the land.

  • Ms. Peoples

    Follow Ms. Christine Peoples as she works out of a historic Black church in a formerly segregated public park in Springfield, Missouri, building community and ensuring untold stories of Black achievement and perseverance aren’t lost to time.

  • The Art of Documentary Film Production

    From crafting compelling narratives and mastering cinematography to navigating post production and effective distribution strategies, this masterclass offers a comprehensive overview of the documentary process.

    The Art of Documentary Film Production was presented during the St. Louis Internation...

  • Community Outreach Strategies for Filmmakers

    The Community Outreach Strategies for Filmmakers Masterclass features industry experts teaching you how to build a vibrant community around your film.

    Community Outreach Strategies for Filmmakers was presented during the St. Louis International Film Festival.

  • Black Girl in Bloom

    St. Louis florist Darien Burress launches her own small business while preparing to compete at Art in Bloom, the St. Louis Art Museum's annual festival celebrating floral design and the fine arts.

  • Our Little Worlds

    A young man receives a complicated text before traveling home.

    Our Little Worlds won Best Animated Film at the 2024 St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase.

  • Masterpieces

    Artist Armando Flores showcases a lifetime of skill building this museum quality replica presentation.

  • She Marches in Chinatown

    The Seattle Chinese Community Girls Drill Team is the only drill team in the world to combine Chinese opera costumes with American military style drills. Currently at a crossroads, the team has empowered Asian American females for over 70 years and remains an iconic parade favorite.

  • Brim Broome Boulevard

    In need of some retail therapy? Welcome to Brim Broome Boulevard! When a child wanders through a set of mysterious doors, they embark on a journey of self-discovery where fear and fashion intertwine.

  • An Extraordinary Place

    For anyone who yearns for a human connection to music, this is the story of a quirky radio station in Maine and its eccentric DJs. The 33-minute documentary showcases the people behind the microphone, taking the audience into the heart of the station and its community-first ethos.

  • Dust to Light

    When an estranged daughter packs up her late father’s home, an eerie wind lures her to a mysterious locked door.

  • Gone

    Luca, a teenage boy navigates life through his new surroundings, life lessons, and clouded memories.

  • Rough Waters

    The siren Tethys Aigéan, disguised as a human, seeks revenge on the notorious pirate Captain Whitlock after he destroys everything she holds dear.

  • Carry Me Out

    A boy and his cat gather strength to travel the world to discover their true selves and values.

  • Pride of Texas

    A look at the Texas Gay Rodeo Association and its participants who prove that rodeo, and Texas, is a place for everyone.

  • Animal Camp

    Animal Camp takes you to the only residential summer camp in the US that is home to over 300 animals across 100 species, where children are encouraged to interact with and learn about animals.