DISCOVER NEW VOICES
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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.
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.