Dear Asian Filmmakers the HollyShorts Film Festival (United States) is accepting short films until June 1, 2026.

About the festival:
The HollyShorts Film Festival is an Oscar®-Qualifying short film festival based in Los Angeles. Since its establishment in 2005, HollyShorts has grown into a premier platform for independent filmmakers worldwide. As an Academy Awards-qualifying festival in four categories, HollyShorts presents a diverse selection of innovative short films across various genres.

From its modest beginnings at The Space Theatre to events at prestigious locations like the TCL Chinese Theatres and Cannes Film Festival, HollyShorts has evolved into an international symbol of excellence and influence within the film industry. Over the past two decades, the festival has attracted renowned filmmakers, actors, and industry professionals from around the world, fostering a community built on collaboration, inspiration, and mutual respect.

Eligibility:
– The festival accepts short films (under 40 minutes) from any kind of genres (fiction, documentary, animation, and experimental.)
– Films must not be screened in Los Angeles before the festival.
– Submission fees are not refundable.
– If selected films will be screened in DCP format.
– Submissions must be made via FilmFreeway.
– Submissions fees and Deadlines:

– Notification Date: July 13, 2026

To submit to the festival please visit: https://filmfreeway.com/HollyShortsFilmFestival

We remind readers that the 22nd HollyShorts Film Festival will take place from August 13 – 23, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA, USA.

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