DISCOVER NEW STORYTELLERS
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.
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.
Showcasing break-out global talent in Los Angeles
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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.
Competitive sections for feature-length fiction films; a diverse selection of documentary films; selected to showcase break-out global talent in Los Angeles.
Our mission is to discover and showcase new filmmakers with fresh stories in independent cinema.
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
Categories
- Narrative Feature
- Documentary Feature
- 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.