Official Latino Film and Arts Festival

The Official Latino Film and Arts Festival is the first Latino film and arts festival that focuses primarily in the U.S. Latino and Latina filmmaker and artist.

Latinx Filmmaker Danny Hastings created the Festival in 2015, in response to the lack of Latinx representation in Hollywood films and TV shows. Our mission is to showcase, nurture, and support the emerging creative Latinx filmmakers who produce, direct and/or write their films in the United States.

Manuel Solis, became the new and official Programmer of the Official Latino Film and Arts Festival. Solis has extensive experience in the festival circuit, and many of you know him from the prestigious CineFestival in San Antonio.

Our festival is a community of U.S. filmmakers that support each other. Our alumni is involved in the organization of the festival every year. Whether helping out with the prep production of the festival or judging films, we are building a community of Latinx filmmakers that support each others work.

This year we are incorporating an international component by showcasing films from Latin America and the Caribbean.

TOP AWARDS:
BEST U.S. SHORT FILM
BEST U.S. FEATURE FILM

BEST INTERNATIONAL FEATURE FILM
BEST INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM

ADDITIONAL CATEGORIES FOR SHORT FILMS PRODUCED IN THE U.S. ONLY:

BEST DRAMA AWARD
BEST COMEDY AWARD
BEST DOCUMENTARY AWARD
EXCEPTIONAL ARTISTRY AWARD (Animation/Stop Motion/Experimental)
BEST MUSIC VIDEO AWARD
BEST WEBISODE
BEST SKETCH COMEDY
BEST VIDEO BLOG
BEST OUT OF THIS WORLD AWARD (Horror and SCI-FI)
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY
BEST SCRIPT

TALENT AWARDS:

BEST ACTRESS
BEST ACTOR

See Website for Rules - www.officiallatino.com

Overall Rating

Quality

Value

Communication

Hospitality

Networking

Loren Escandon

I love this festival and was honored to participate for a second time this year with Los Patines. Danny and the festival team are unconditional supporters of Latine/x culture and art, and they make sure the festival is inclusive and diverse. Thanks for a great experience. See you next!

January 2023

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Domenica Castro

We are so happy that our film WE ARE HERE was selected for the 2022 Official Latino Film and Arts Festival. The communication and care that came from the festival was top tier. A really lovely community and the festival team truly puts their heart into honoring the films and curating a caring and loving experience for the filmmakers. We loved to screen our film here. So much love and appreciation to the whole team!

January 2023

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Azimuth Films

Hola! The OLFAF was one of the most heartwarming and spirited festivals we've attended this year with our documentary JOHN LEGUIZAMO LIVE AT RIKERS. We are proud and honored to be the festival's recipient of the VANGUARDIA AWARD " Given to the most positive voice of our community"! Thank you Danny and everyone for making our experience super meaningful and FUN!!

Elena Francesca Engel
Director/Producer
Azimuth Films

December 2022

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Regina Ainsworth

Loved everything about this film festival, especially the Latino/a/e/X filmmakers I met and the fact that there is no shortage of talent. Especially loved the hospitality of Danny Hastings and his team and the location at the museum in Palm Springs. Will definitely return next year!

December 2022

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Andrew Vasquez

I had the great fortune of having a few films shown at this festival in various categories. The programming was stellar. I was really impressed by my fellow filmmakers, and felt that the festival really sought to celebrate a diversity of creative voices.

Danny and the festival team were welcoming, and the panels held afterward enriched the experience. I am hoping to show at the festival

December 2022

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Dates & Deadlines

April 1, 2023
Opening Date
May 5, 2023
Regular Deadline
June 5, 2023
Late Deadline
July 4, 2023
Extended Deadline
August 15, 2023
Notification Date
October 12 – 15, 2023
Event Date

Categories & Fees

U.S. DRAMA SHORT FILM
Requirements: Select this category for dramatic films that have been completed between January of 2020 and August of 2022. These films must have been produced in the United States by a director, writer or producer that identifies as American Latinx Filmmaker. Films produced outside of the United States do not qualify for this category, If your film was shot and produce outside of the United States please choose International Short Film Category.
- Regular Deadline
- Standard: $20
- Gold Members: $16
- Late Deadline
- Standard: $30
- Gold Members: $24
- Extended Deadline
- Standard: $40
- Gold Members: $32
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U.S. COMEDY SHORT FILM
Requirements: Select this category for comedic films that have been completed between January of 2020 and August of 2022. These films must have been produced in the United States by a director, writer or producer that identifies as American Latinx Filmmaker. Films produced outside of the United States do not qualify for this category, If your film was shot and produce outside of the United States please choose International Short Film Category.
- Regular Deadline
- Standard: $20
- Gold Members: $16
- Late Deadline
- Standard: $30
- Gold Members: $24
- Extended Deadline
- Standard: $40
- Gold Members: $32
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U.S. DOCUMENTARY SHORT FILM
Requirements: Select this category for Documentary films that have been completed between January of 2020 and August of 2022. These films must have been produced in the United States by a director, writer or producer that identifies as American Latinx Filmmaker. Films produced outside of the United States do not qualify for this category, If your film was shot and produce outside of the United States please choose International Short Film Category.
- Regular Deadline
- Standard: $20
- Gold Members: $16
- Late Deadline
- Standard: $30
- Gold Members: $24
- Extended Deadline
- Standard: $40
- Gold Members: $32
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U.S. HORROR or SCI-FI
Requirements: Select this category for Horror, Fantasy or SCI-FI films that have been completed between January of 2020 and August of 2022. These films must have been produced in the United States by a director, writer or producer that identifies as American Latinx Filmmaker. Films produced outside of the United States do not qualify for this category, If your film was shot and produce outside of the United States please choose International Short Film Category.
- Regular Deadline
- Standard: $20
- Gold Members: $16
- Late Deadline
- Standard: $30
- Gold Members: $24
- Extended Deadline
- Standard: $40
- Gold Members: $32
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U.S. EXPERIMENTAL or ANIMATON
Requirements: Select this category for Experimental or Animation films that have been completed between January of 2020 and August of 2022. These films must have been produced in the United States by a director, writer or producer that identifies as American Latinx Filmmaker. Films produced outside of the United States do not qualify for this category, If your film was shot and produce outside of the United States please choose International Short Film Category.
- Regular Deadline
- Standard: $20
- Gold Members: $16
- Late Deadline
- Standard: $30
- Gold Members: $24
- Extended Deadline
- Standard: $40
- Gold Members: $32
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U.S. MUSIC VIDEOS
Requirements: Select this category for Music Videos that have been completed between January of 2020 and August of 2022. These films must have been produced in the United States by a director, writer or producer that identifies as American Latinx Filmmaker. Films produced outside of the United States do not qualify for this category, If your film was shot and produce outside of the United States please choose International Short Film Category.
- Regular Deadline
- Standard: $20
- Gold Members: $16
- Late Deadline
- Standard: $30
- Gold Members: $24
- Extended Deadline
- Standard: $40
- Gold Members: $32
Submit Now
U.S. WEBISODE and U.S. EPISODIC
Requirements: Select this category for Episodic Series or Webisodes that have been completed between January of 2020 and August of 2022. These films must have been produced in the United States by a director, writer or producer that identifies as American Latinx Filmmaker. Films produced outside of the United States do not qualify for this category, If your film was shot and produce outside of the United States please choose International Short Film Category.
- Regular Deadline
- Standard: $20
- Gold Members: $16
- Late Deadline
- Standard: $30
- Gold Members: $24
- Extended Deadline
- Standard: $40
- Gold Members: $32
Submit Now
U.S. SKETCH COMEDY
Requirements: Select this category for Sketch Comedy that have been completed between January of 2020 and August of 2022. These films must have been produced in the United States by a director, writer or producer that identifies as American Latinx Filmmaker. Films produced outside of the United States do not qualify for this category, If your film was shot and produce outside of the United States please choose International Short Film Category.
- Regular Deadline
- Standard: $20
- Gold Members: $16
- Late Deadline
- Standard: $30
- Gold Members: $24
- Extended Deadline
- Standard: $40
- Gold Members: $32
Submit Now
U.S. DIVERSITY - SHORT FILMS - NON LATINO
Requirements: Select this category for ANY GENRE of film that qualifies for inclusion or diversity. These films must have been produced in the United States by a director, writer or producer of any race, gender, age or religion. We look for Non-Latino films here. Films must have been completed between January of 2020 and August of 2022 and include or showcase a diverse cast. Films produced outside of the United States do not qualify for this category.
- Regular Deadline
- Standard: $20
- Gold Members: $16
- Late Deadline
- Standard: $30
- Gold Members: $24
- Extended Deadline
- Standard: $40
- Gold Members: $32
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U.S. FEATURE FILM
Select this category for Feature Films that have been completed between January of 2019 and August of 2022. These films must have been produced in the United States by a director, writer or producer that identifies as American Latinx Filmmaker. Films produced outside of the United States do not qualify for this category. If your film was shot and produce outside of the United States please choose International Feature Film Category.
- Regular Deadline
- Standard: $30
- Gold Members: $24
- Late Deadline
- Standard: $40
- Gold Members: $32
- Extended Deadline
- Standard: $55
- Gold Members: $45
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INTERNATIONAL - FEATURE FILM
These films must have been produced in Latin America, the Caribbean, Spain and/or Portugal between 2019 and August of 2022. Feature films must be at least 45 minutes long. Subtitles in English are suggested but not necessary.
- Regular Deadline
- Standard: $30
- Gold Members: $24
- Late Deadline
- Standard: $40
- Gold Members: $32
- Extended Deadline
- Standard: $55
- Gold Members: $45
Submit Now
INTERNATIONAL- SHORT FILM
These short films must have been produced in Latin America, the Caribbean, Spain and/or Portugal between 2019 and August of 2022. Short films must not be longer than 30 minutes 45 long. Subtitles in English are suggested but not necessary.
- Regular Deadline
- Standard: $20
- Gold Members: $16
- Late Deadline
- Standard: $30
- Gold Members: $24
- Extended Deadline
- Standard: $40
- Gold Members: $32
Submit Now
World Wide - Ai Film
Any Type of Ai Film, Domestic or International. Does not Need to be Latino Theme.
- Regular Deadline
- Standard: $20
- Gold Members: $16
- Late Deadline
- Standard: $30
- Gold Members: $24
- Extended Deadline
- Standard: $40
- Gold Members: $32
Submit Now

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