
The Tarzana International Film Festival kicks-off with a Red Carpet Opening Night and Reception. The next day of screenings will showcase the best selections of films from around the world. That evening will be the Awards Show honoring the winners in all categories. The Closing Night Reception will feature food, fun, cocktails, lively conversation and networking with filmmakers and industry professionals.
The Tarzana International Film Festival screenings will take place at the prestigious GRAND PALACE REGAL CINEMAS in the Calabasas Commons located in the famous San Fernando Valley (SFV) close to Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Universal Studios, Warner Brothers, and many other major studios. The city of Tarzana has a legacy for being a rich History of Film from being central locations for such diverse films from Casablanca to Terminator 2, to Boogie Nights.
The Tarzana International Film Festival's multi-media celebration is designed to elevate and amplify filmmakers, encourage new friendships and future collaborations and showcase the best work from around the globe. Through its festival/competition, films are reviewed and selected to be part of the live festival experience, to enjoy the screenings, parties and red carpet events, culminating with the Closing Night Awards Gala.
Tarzana is quite unique as its name is derived from the beloved character and action hero Tarzan created by the world renowned author Edgar Rice Burroughs. The city of Tarzana and (SFV) has a rich cinematic history as a location for such classics as "Planet of the Apes", "Boogie Nights", "Terminator 2", "The Adams Family", "E.T.", "Thelma and Louise", "Lethal Weapon" and "Valley Girl" to name just a few!
Our mission is to show independent films that inform, inspire, and engage our audience. These films include action/adventure, documentaries, animation, films by women, faith-based films. TZIFF encourages attendance by all ages and is made possible by the generous donations of our sponsors, advertiser’s and festival attendees.
A custom Tarzana International Film Festival Award will be given to each winner of each individual category.