CSSSA Film Selected for Prestigious SFFILM International Festival

Wednesday, March 26th, 2025

We are thrilled to announce a major accomplishment for our CSSSA community! One of the outstanding thesis films produced at last year’s California State Summer School for the Arts (CSSSA), directed by Amiko Muscat, has been selected for the SFFILM International Festival in the Youth category. This recognition places Amiko’s work alongside some of the world’s finest films, an achievement that is a testament to Amiko and her thesis crew’s hard work and creative vision.

This recognition showcases the incredible talent fostered here at CSSSA and the impact our program has on young filmmakers. Congratulations to Amiko Muscat, the thesis crew, and all the faculty who made this achievement possible. Stay tuned as we continue to support and celebrate the incredible work of our students.

Visit the CSSSA Film Program page to learn more about the Film Department at CSSSA.

Visit SFFILM International Festival to learn more about Amiko’s film and its official festival selection. Amiko’s film will be screened along with other works on Saturday, April 19 at Premier Theater at One Letterman. Tickets available March 28.

CREATED DURING CSSSA ’24
Director: Amiko Muscat
Actors: Riley Yamada, Guinevere Thomas, Merritt Schall
Producer: Riley Yamada
Director of Photography: Ethan Lee, Amiko Muscat
Editor: Lauren Vanderplas
Colorist: Ethan Lee
Sound Design: Lauren Vanderplas
Writer: Amela Amago