Discover powerful ocean documentaries featured at Coast Film & Music Festival—stories that spotlight marine conservation, climate action, and global efforts to protect our oceans through film, science, and community.

Let It Kill You is a documentary series by Ben McQueen and Trevar Cushing exploring the lives of Arto Saari, Nora Vasconcellos, and Cliff Kapono—iconic figures in skateboarding, art, and ocean activism. The series returns to Laguna Beach at the Rivian South Coast Theater! Discover how each carves a path of creativity, impact, and cultural change.

Celebrating World Art Day by honoring the incredible artists behind our festival posters! From Matt Allen's surf-inspired designs to Daniella Manini's whimsical creations, each poster tells a story of adventure, nature, and community. Stay tuned as we gear up to reveal our 2025 artist!

In an era of climate urgency, storytelling has become one of the most powerful tools to inspire change. Films, particularly environmental and adventure documentaries, have the unique ability to stir emotions, shift perspectives, and ignite action. As 2025 unfolds, the role of films in driving environmental awareness has never been more crucial. From Coast Film Foundation features such as Common Ground and Purple Mountains, filmmakers are using their craft and voice to advocate for a more sustainable future.