JACKSON, Wyo. —  The Jackson Hole International Film Festival (JHiFF) is thrilled to announce the official lineup for its 2025 festival, running Thursday, Dec. 11, through Sunday, Dec. 14. Building on last year’s debut, this year’s festival features more films, more locations, and a wider range of stories, showcasing emerging and established filmmakers from around the globe. JHiFF is excited to announce special partnerships this year, including Coombs Outdoors for the screening of SWIFT. SILENT. DEEP. on Saturday, Dec. 13, and Saint John’s Health for a screening of ANDRÉ IS AN IDIOT on Friday, Dec. 12, featuring a post-film discussion with Dr. Eric Wieman, MD, and Dr. Melissa Cohen, MD.

Films for this year:

IF THESE WALLS COULD ROCK | Festival Kickoff Film
Directed by Tyler Measom & Craig A. Williams
Thursday, Dec 11 at 5 p.m. – National Museum of Wildlife Art
This documentary dives into the legendary Sunset Marquis hotel, featuring a Hall of Fame lineup of rock stars and an intimate look at the emotional journey of the hotel’s founder and his family. Nikki Sixx and Courtney Sixx will join for a post-screening conversation.

THE CYCLE OF LOVE | Opening Night Film
Directed by Orlando von Einsiedel
Thursday, Dec. 11 at 8 p.m. – National Museum of Wildlife Art
Director Orlando von Einsiedel will be in attendance for a post-screening conversation. This epic, true-life adventure follows PK, a 23-year-old Delhi street artist, on his 6,000-mile cross-continent mission to find the woman who captured his heart—a heart-warming story about self-belief and the courage to follow one’s heart.

ANDRÉ IS AN IDIOT | Documentary Feature
Directed by Tony Benna
Friday, Dec. 12 at 6 p.m. – Jackson Hole High School
André, a brilliant but foolish man, navigates a life-changing diagnosis with humor and curiosity. *Following Andre Is an Idiot, two leading physicians from St. John’s Health — Eric Wieman, MD, and Melissa Cohen, MD — will join us for a short discussion about the film’s themes and their real-world experiences in patient care. We’re grateful to have their insight and expertise in this critical conversation.

ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE| Documentary Feature
Directed by Katie Jacobs
Saturday, Dec 13 at 12 p.m. – Caldera House, Teton Village
Three female artists in 1950s New York navigate societal expectations while prioritizing their creative lives.

AN AUTUMN SUMMER| Narrative Feature
Directed by Jared Isaac
Saturday, Dec. 13 at 3:00 PM – Caldera House
A bittersweet coming-of-age story about a couple savoring their final days together at a Northern Michigan lake house.

SWIFT. SILENT. DEEP. | Documentary Feature & Centerpiece Film
Directed by Jon Klaczkiewicz
Saturday, Dec 13 at 6 p.m.  – Jackson Hole High School
This 83-minute documentary explores the roots of the Jackson Hole Air Force and the beginnings of the modern American ski bum. Doors open at 5:00 PM with book signings by ski photographer Wade McKoy and JHiFF limited-edition poster sales.

CHARLIEBIRD | Narrative Feature
Directed by Libby Ewing
Sunday, Dec 14 at 12 p.m. – National Museum of Wildlife Art
A music therapist and a teenage patient forge an unexpected bond, navigating challenges and discovering mutual strength.

SONG SUNG BLUE| Closing Night Film
Directed by Craig Brewer
Sunday, Dec 14 at 12 p.m. – National Museum of Wildlife Art
Based on a true story, two down-on-their-luck musicians form a Neil Diamond tribute band, proving it’s never too late to find love and follow your dreams.

Other feature screenings

  • Rebuilding – Max Walker-Silverman | Friday, Dec. 12, 1 p.m. – Movieworks
  • Sentimental Value – Joachim Trier | Saturday, Dec. 13, 1 p.m. – Movieworks

Short film screening (Friday Dec. 12 at 12 p.m. at Caldera House)

Tickets

Individual screenings range from $20 to $50. The $1,000 Teton Festival Pass grants access to all screenings, gatherings, and filmmaker discussions throughout the festival, including a tax-deductible donation to support world-class films in Jackson.