CALL FOR ENTRIES OPEN
We look forward to seeing everyone back in theater this year.
2022 REQUIREMENTS
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We prefer films NOT screen in Los Angeles prior to our festival.
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We prefer films NOT be available online prior to the festival.
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Films must have been completed after Jan. 1, 2020.
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Non-English films must have English subtitles.
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Works-in-progress will be considered, provided they will be completed prior to the festival.
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You may submit more than one film, but you must complete a separate entry form and pay entry fee for each film.
DEADLINES
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Early Deadline: March 4, 2022
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Regular Deadline: April 15, 2022
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Extended Deadline: May 13, 2022
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Late Deadline: June 3, 2022
FEES
Shorts UNDER 41 minutes, for each entry:
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Early Deadline: $49
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Regular Deadline: $55
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Extended Deadline: $65
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Late Deadline: $75
Shorts OVER 41 minutes to 50 mins, for each entry:
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Early Deadline: $53
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Regular Deadline: $59
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Extended Deadline: $69
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Late Deadline: $79
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Entry fees are non-refundable.
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Films are NOT viewed without completed entry form and payment.
SELECTION
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Film selection for the festival will be made by the screening committee.
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Filmmakers will be notified via email of acceptance.
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We factor in previous screenings in the Los Angeles area when determining a film selection.
AWARDS
Qualifying Film Festival for OSCARS ~ BAFTA ~ CANADIAN SCREEN AWARDS ~ GOYA AWARDS
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Best of Fest
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Best Foreign Film
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Best Drama
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Best Comedy
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Best Animation
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Best Experimental
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Best Documentary
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Best Sci-Fi
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Best Horror
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Best Music Video
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Best Web Series
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Best High School Film
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Best Actor
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Best Actress
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Best Movie Trailer
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Best CGI
Submit your film using FilmFreeway. You do NOT need to mail us any physical materials.