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SHARKtober FilmFest
Saturday, October 17, 2009 1-5pm

Sharks are the stars of this mini-film festival that dives deep into the underwater world of the bay and beyond. Films by local and international filmmakers include:

Rethink the Shark, Save Our Seas Foundation
City of the Shark, David McGuire
Sharks: Stewards of the Reef, Holiday Johnson
White Shark Café, Sean Aronson
Requiem, Living Ocean Productions

Following the screenings, renowned shark experts share their insight during presentations and panel discussions moderated by filmmaker and marine biologist David McGuire.

Jim Toomey, Author, Sherman’s Lagoon
Maria Brown, Director, Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary
Sal Jorgenson, PhD, Hopkins Marine Station
Jonathon Kathrein (shark attack survivor turned shark conservationist), Founder, Future Leaders for Peace

Tickets are only $17, and include Aquarium admission. Online sales are closed, but tickets may be available at the door.

The SHARKtober FilmFest is co-sponsored by Sea Stewards and the San Francisco Ocean Film Festival.

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