
REQUIREMENTS
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Films must NOT screen in Los Angeles County prior to our festival.
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We factor in previous screenings in Los Angeles County when determining a films selection.
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We prefer films NOT screen in Los Angeles County 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, 2022.
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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 3, 2023
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Regular Deadline: April 7, 2023
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Extended Deadline: May 5, 2023
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Late Deadline: June 2, 2023
FEES
Shorts 45 minutes and under, 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: $70
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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
ACADEMY AWARD OSCAR® QUALIFYING
BAFTA Qualifying
Canadian Screen Awards Qualifying
Goya Awards Qualifying
$5,000 Cash Prizes
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Best of Fest
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Best International 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