SIFF 2024 announces lineup, welcomes Jean Smart back home

That noise you’re hearing is popcorn poppers getting oiled up and ready for intense duty: The Seattle International Film Festival is drawing near. Organizers announced the full slate of films Wednesday, which includes 261 films (146 of which are feature-length) representing 84 countries/regions, screening May 9-19 at multiple venues in and around Seattle. Select films will screen online at the SIFF Channel May 20-27. Along with previously announced special guest June Squibb, star of the opening-night film “Thelma,” the festival will feature a visit from Emmy- and SAG Award-winning actor...