Brentwood & Pacific Palisades International Film Festival

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Film Festival
The Brentwood & Pacific Palisades International Film Festival celebrates independent cinema just minutes from Hollywood and the stunning beaches of Southern California. Designed by filmmakers for filmmakers, this festival fosters creativity through networking opportunities, engaging panels, and insights into the latest filming technology. With a focus on inspiring talent and showcasing diverse genres, it’s a must-attend event for filmmakers looking to connect and audiences eager to discover fresh cinematic voices. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this vibrant community!
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Laurels will be given to finalists, official selections and winners.
Attending winners will receive video interviews.
Here TV, the largest LGBTQ television and streaming network network in the world, will broadcast the top winner from the LGBTQ category on all US cable operators, satellite providers and telcos as well as Amazon, Roku, Sling TV, Google Play and the Here TV app (www.here.tv).
Prizes will be raffled during the opening night party, screening and closing night parties. Must be present for prizes.
The Legacy Award will be presented to Maria Conchita Alonso. The Epic Award is to be presented to Eric Roberts and John Savage.
Awards will be given for each of the categories:
Best Feature Film
Best Documentary
Best Nature and Animals
Best Female Filmmaker
Best Web Series
Best Mini Movie
Best Mini Movie Documentary
Best Mini Movie Inspiration and Wellness
Best Mini Movie Nature and Animals
Best Mini Movie Female Filmmaker
Best Mini Movie Music
Best Mini Movie Sports
Best VR, AR, Drone Film
Best Student Filmmaker*
Best Mini Movie Student Filmmaker*
*A $500+ grant will be given to the winning student filmmaker.
Best Director
Best Actor
Best Supporting Actor
Best Actress
Best Supporting Actress
Best Comedian
The films will be selected by a jury.
Notable Staff
Programmer
Joyce Chow
Controller
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