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DISCOVER NEW VOICES

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DEADLINE | OCT 27

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Discover emerging filmmakers with fresh stories.

Thank you for attending!

ABOUT US

ABOUT US

LA International Film Festival is dedicated to discovering new filmmakers with fresh stories in independent cinema.

 

Competitive sections for feature-length fiction films; a diverse selection of documentary films; selected to showcase break-out global talent in Los Angeles.

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This years' festival will include special screenings co-presented in cooperation with the following Oscar® qualifying film festivals: Locarno International Film Festival (Switzerland), Gijon International Film Festival (Spain) and Cartagena International Film Festival, FICCI (Colombia).

 

Stay tuned for more announcements.

SUBMIT FILM

Showcasing break-out global talent in Los Angeles

SUBMIT YOUR FILM

FEATURES

Competitive sections for feature-length fiction and documentary films of all genres; a diverse selection of films; selected to showcase break-out global talent in Los Angeles.

SHORTS

Short form content from a wide spectrum in genres ranging from animation, comedies, documentaries, dramas, from experienced professionals to the finest student films.

LA International Film Festival will showcase independent filmmakers, and a section dedicated to discovering the brightest emerging voices in storytelling.

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Competitive sections for feature-length fiction films; a diverse selection of documentary films; selected to showcase break-out global talent in Los Angeles.

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Our mission is to discover and showcase new filmmakers with fresh stories in independent cinema.

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LA International Film Festival accepts films of any genre in the following categories: 


Features, Narrative, Documentary (over 45 minutes, including credits)

Shorts, Narrative, Documentary, Animation (under 45 minutes, including credits)

 

Submission eligibility and format 
– All submissions must have been completed after January 1, 2023. 
– Works-in-progress are accepted

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Categories

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   - Narrative Feature

   - Documentary Feature

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   - Narrative Short

   - Documentary Short

   - Animation Short

Deadlines & Fees

Deadline

Date

Feature Fee*

Shorts Fee*

Early Deadline

September 29, 2023

$55

$45

Regular Deadline

October 27, 2023

$60

$50

Extended Deadline

November 30, 2023

$75

$60

Late Deadline

January 12, 2024

$90

$75

* FilmFreeway Gold Members get 10% off entry fee.

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CONTACT
Contact email: info@LAFilmFestival.net

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