The South Central Film Festival (SCFF), a project of Esperanza Community Housing and L.A. Grit Media, dedicated to celebrating emerging filmmakers and amplifying underrepresented voices from Indigenous, Black, Brown, LGBTQIA2S+, immigrant, and disabled communities in cinema.

Awards & Prizes

Youth Award
Jury Award
Audience Award

Rules & Terms

We are looking for films by and about Indigenous, Black, Brown, LGBTQIA2S+, and
immigrant people, including folx of all abilities.

We are committed to creating a multilingual space. We encourage the submission of
films in languages other than English. Subtitles are recommended but should not keep
filmmakers from submitting.

SCFF does not consider films that require screening/rental fees.
All films will be shown out of competition.
8 Reviews
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  • Mark Bernard

    Wish I could've been there! Thanks so much for the selection!

    April 2026
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  • Daniel Eduvijes Carrera

    One of my all time favorite festivals! A great sense of community and appreciation for the art of Cinema. Exceptionally produced with filmmakers in mind. Bravo!

    March 2026
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  • Karina Ramos Villalobos

    This was my first year attending this film festival, and I'm so grateful that my film was a part of this special, community-based event. I love the message this film festival carries. I can't wait for next year!

    March 2026
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  • Marquise Myles

    SCFF is such an amazing festival! I would highly recommend submitting to their next one. They truly care about films and filmmakers!

    November 2024
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  • Desmond Bailey

    The team behind the South Central Film Festival is amazing! I've been blessed to have had two of my films selected over the past two years and have absolutely enjoyed my experience each time.

    The venue itself is top notch at the Mercado La Paloma food court which offers a variety of cultural culinary experiences and then there's also live entertainment.

    Each year, this festival grows and rightfully so. I highly urge indie filmmakers, especially those from the Los Angeles area, to submit their work and support the continued growth of this festival. I know I certainly plan to submit more projects in the future.

    November 2024
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