Our Mission

The Cleveland Silent Film Festival (CSFF) presents diverse high-quality films from the silent era in and around Cleveland, Ohio; these films are brought to life through live accompaniment by professional musicians that specialize in silent film performance.

CSFF additionally sponsors educational workshops taught by visiting artists for music students in local high schools and colleges. These students further the CSFF mission by performing additional film screenings with live music for the public.

CSFF is committed to honoring Cleveland's cultural heritage while also presenting films that spotlight the work of international and underrepresented filmmakers, actors, and musicians. We also engage wonderful speakers with expertise in silent film and film music for student and public talks.