Dances With Films

Hollywood, California
United States

ABOUT DANCES WITH FILMS

Defiantly Independent Since 1998

Since 1998 DANCES WITH FILMS has grown from presenting a handful of films to more than 200 each year… from narrative features and shorts to include the top documentaries, music videos tv & web on the circuit today. In 2007 DWF brought new commitment to the indie world with the advent of the 2 Minute, 2 Step Short Film Challenge where we actually shoot 10 films during the festival and present them to enthusiastic audiences. In 2012 the festival moved to its current location – the famed Chinese Theatre in the heart of Hollywood.  From there it has expanded to 11 days with ever increasing sold out theatres.

Our Mission

DANCES WITH FILMS (DWF:LA), champions the unflinching spirit at the very core of the independent film scene. While the vast majority of film fests rely heavily on celebrity, we have relied on the innovation, talent, creativity and sweat equity that revolutionized the entertainment industry. And that reliance continues to prove successful with alumni moving on to write, direct and produce celebrity-studded vehicles, star in blockbuster movies and television series, produce multi-million dollar films and create hit TV shows. Oh…. and we even have several OSCAR® nominees… In a world of homogenized, formulaic film festivals, DWF:LA continues to defy the rules.

DEADLINES & FEES

Opening Submission Date
November 27, 2023

Notification Date
May 3, 2024

Event Date
June 20 - 30, 2024

 
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