Coming up in Los Angeles: LA Film Fest June 10-18

Planning on attending LA Film Fest (LAFF) events? 74 features, 60 shorts, and 50 new media projects will be showcased at this year's LAFF on June 10-18 at L.A. LIVE in downtown Los Angeles. The participating films are from nearly three dozen countries and range from low budget to large-scale productions with veteran and first-time directors alike.

 Competition Categories

• US Fiction: Showcases original film content from up and coming as well as established US independent filmmakers.
• Documentary: Features moving and influential non-fiction films from both the US and around the world.
• World Fiction: Includes unique and innovative films from around the world specifically targeting LA audiences.
• Buzz: LA film premieres of works already praised around the world.
• Short Films: Category includes short films from 15 different countries. 
• Zeitgeist: A new category focusing on coming of age stories and young adult themes.
• Nightfall: A new category that focuses on creepy thrillers, pyschodramas, and strange grotesque films.
• LA Muse: A new category with films centering around Los Angeles created by both up and coming and established filmmakers. 

Film Schedule (click on the images below to download full pdf):

Need something to do in-between the films you've scheduled? Whether you're visiting LA for the festival or a local, here are some events and go-to spots to check out:

• Friday June 12 at 6:00 PM: Dark Nights at L.A. LIVE - $5 food and drink special, live music, craft fair, performers, and artists.
• $8 Tuesdays at Regal Cinemas at L.A. LIVE - see the latest movies for only $8.
• Lucky Strike Bowling
• Happy Hours:
• Rosa Mexicano: Monday - Friday from 4 PM - 7 PM
• Yard House: Monday - Friday from 3 PM - 6 PM
• Rock'N Fish: Monday - Friday from 3 PM - 6 PM
• The Farm of Beverly Hills:  Monday - Sunday from 4 PM - 7 PM
• Katsuya: Monday - Friday from 5 PM - 7 PM
• Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar:  Monday - Friday from 4 PM - 6 PM 
• Conga Room - listen to live Latin music and enjoy authentic Latin drinks, food, and dancing

Rooftop drinks and dining anyone? Check out downtown from one of LA's hot rooftop venues:

Perch: 448 South Hill Street Los Angeles, CA 90013

Upstairs Bar at the Ace Hotel: 929 South Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90015

The Standard Hotel: 550 South Flower at Sixth Street Los Angeles CA 90071

Who’s excited for this 9 day film celebration? I know we are.

For the full schedule and to make your individual event ticket purchases click here!




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