General Info

The Costa Rica International Film Festival is the first festival of its kind in Central America. The festival will present four days of events in Manuel Antonio, November 5 - 8, 2009, and four days in Montezuma, November 12 - 15, 2009.

Over the course of eight total days, the Costa Rica International Film Festival will present hundreds of films in two of the most beautiful places in Costa Rica: Manuel Antonio and Montezuma, Costa Rica.

In addition to the tremendous amount of film screenings, visitors are treated to music, art and special events including parties and tours of National Parks, islands, waterfalls, and much more.

The Costa Rica International Film Festival invites you to experience this incredible event celebrating the magic of cinema in two very magical destinations.

If you are a filmmaker and would like to enter your film for consideration, please visit our submissions page
If you would like to attend the Costa Rica International Film Festival, at either Manuel Antonio, Montezuma or both, please email us

View the 2009 schedule here.