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Dances With Films

Los Angeles, USA · FilmFreeway

No premiere requirement Shorts & Features NarrativeDocumentaryAnimationComedyDramaHorrorExperimental

Founded in 1998, dedicated to films with no names attached — no stars, no agents, no distribution deals. One of the most democratic indie festivals in the US. Held at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. Open to all genres and formats. Known for launching truly independent voices and giving first-time filmmakers a Hollywood premiere experience.

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Deadlines & Fees

earlybird deadline · passed

Mon, December 15, 2025

Shorts 21 / Features 35 USD

regular deadline · passed

Sun, February 15, 2026

Shorts 30 / Features 55 USD

late deadline · passed

Wed, April 1, 2026

Shorts 41 / Features 75 USD

The Facts

Festival dates

Thu, June 11, 2026 – Sun, June 21, 2026

Notification

Expected by Fri, May 1, 2026

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