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Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center

1118 4th St, San Rafael, CA 94901, USA

The California Film Institute's stunning 1938 theater in downtown San Rafael hosts three screens of independent, foreign, and documentary films. Home to the Mill Valley Film Festival since 1977 and DocLands documentary festival.

Est. 19383 ScreensNonprofit

Listing verified January 2026

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Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center

1118 4th St, San Rafael, CA 94901, USA

(415) 454-1222

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