The Glendale International Film Festival is a celebration of the art of filmmaking and the contribution of the cinematic arts to our culture. Celebrating 8 years, GIFF is dedicated to uniting the world through film and is a platform for filmmakers in all stages of their careers locally, nationally, and globally.
The seven-day festival will take place in person from Thursday, September 29-Thursday, October 6, 2022 in Glendale, CA, located in Los Angeles County and will feature screenings, special programs, Q&As, panel discussions, and networking opportunities with fellow industry professionals.
The Glendale International Film Festival will be presented by Glendale Arts, the city's premier arts organization and a long-time non-profit partner of the festival.
Submit your projects today and we'll look forward to seeing you in September!
PLEASE DO NOT REQUEST FEE WAIVERS. WE CANNOT GRANT WAIVERS AT THIS TIME.
BEFORE YOU SUBMIT:
1. The Glendale International Film Festival screens on DCP (Digital Cinema Package). Please do not submit to GIFF2022 if you cannot provide the Festival with a DCP or convert through SimpleDCP.
2. Studios and Sales Agents: Please do not submit to GIFF2022 if you require a fee for screening at GIFF2022.
Categories for Awards
Feature Film (any genre 40 minutes or more)
- Best Feature Film
- Best International Feature Film
- Best Animation Feature Film
Short Film (any genre up to 40 minutes)
- Best Short Film
- International Short Film
- Best Animation Short Film
Best Short Short (any genre up to 10 minutes)
Best Horror / Thriller
Student Film
- Best Student Film - any genre, any length
- Best Student Music Video (under 5 minutes)
The Velvet Award - Named for the Founder of the Glendale International Film Festival, The Velvet Award will be presented to an outstanding female filmmaker.
Best Feature Screenplay (40 pages or more)
Best Short Screenplay (up to 40 pages)