Los Angeles CineFest

Los Angeles CineFest

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Los Angeles CineFest combines an international film selection with competitions for scripts and other screen-related work. It accepts short and feature films, documentaries, animation, experimental films, music videos, student work, web episodes and trailers, alongside screenplays, television scripts, film scores, photography and posters. Film industry specialists review submitted films and scripts, providing notes and scores.

Organized by filmmaker Mark Mos, the festival presents selected work at an annual in-person event in Los Angeles, United States. Screenings include question-and-answer sessions with filmmakers, while the programme also includes an awards ceremony and opportunities for writers, directors and producers to discuss potential collaborations. The dates for the 2028 edition are 5–6 February 2028.

Country

United States (USA)

Focus

Animation, Documentary, Experimental, Music, TV and Web Shows

Categories

Animation, Documentary, Experimental, Feature, Music Video, Short, Student, Web and New Media, Screenplay, Short Script, Television Script

Dates

5 February 2028 — 6 February 2028

Awards and prizes

The first-place winner receives a golden trophy. Other winners receive diplomas with a golden seal. Officially selected participants and finalists receive a double VIP All Films Pass covering screenings, filmmaker Q&As, networking, the awards ceremony and red carpet.

Festival rules

Entries must be created after 2016 and submitted through FilmFreeway. Downloadable files, including high-resolution posters and other digital media, should not be sent directly to the festival. Pornographic films are not accepted. By submitting, entrants confirm that they own the rights to the work. Premiere status is not required. Songs must be submitted separately from a film, with a translation for songs in a language other than English. Judges review submissions without sharing the work publicly online. Selected entrants are asked to provide a copy of the film and permission to use 30–60 seconds in the festival trailer. The festival does not offer semi-finalist options.

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