IMDb Qualifying Festival - The PEACH Theatre and Film Intl. Festival is a unique and rare experience that merge two beautiful genres of arts and entertainment. Both theatre and film, showcasing a series of short films and selected plays, in one of the world's most famous cities, internationally known for being the home of entertainment. Los Angeles, California.

Our mission is to select films and plays based on content, quality, and merit. It is also our volition to honor the creatives selected, with integrity and respect for their hard work, discipline and sacrifice to get their productions completed and ready for display. As playwrights, filmmakers and entertainment professionals ourselves, we understand what it takes, and for that reason, we salute you!

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Awards & Prizes

SHORT FILMS:
(MUST INCLUDE TRAILERS TO BE QUALIFIED FOR FILM SUBMISSIONS).

Best Short film
Best Drama
Best Comedy
Best Narrative Short
Best Animation
Best Fantasy/Si-Fi
Best Short Documentary
Best Action/Thriller
Best Experimental
Black Excellence Film

Best foreign Short film
Best foreign Drama
Best foreign Comedy

SUB TITLES:

Best Lead Actor
Best Lead Actress
Best Supporting Actor
Best Supporting Actress
Best Ensemble
Best Director
Best Producer
Best Editing
Best Cinematography
Best Original score
Best Original music
Best Special Effects
Best Lighting/Sound

THEATRE:
***(PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT SCRIPTS).

***ONLY VIDEO SUBMISSIONS ALLOWED FOR THEATRE SUBMISSIONS).
Video submissions of rehearsals or table/staged reads are accepted.

***THEATRE SUBMISSIONS are for the (SOLE PURPOSE) of (LIVE PERFORMANCES) of selected plays. (PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT) your plays/rehearsal videos or table/staged readings if you are not able to perform your piece (LIVE) at the festival, if selected.

***NOTE:
Theatre Submissions that are longer than the 30 minute (maximum) required length
(can be) submitted "as is" Yet, if selected, the theatre piece must be reformatted to (30 minutes in length/Maximum) to showcase in the festival. (NO EXCEPTIONS).

Best Play
Best Story
Best (One Man/Woman) Show
Best Muti-Cultural Play
Best Musical
Black Excellence Play

SUB TITLES:

Best Playwright
Best Director
Best Producer
Best Lead Actor
Best Lead Actress
Best Supporting Actor
Best Supporting Actress
Best Ensemble
Black Excellence-Theatre

*(PLEASE...DO NOT SUBMIT SERIES EPISODES), Theatre & Short Film submissions ONLY.

*Award categories, amount of plays and films displayed at the festival, are subject to adjustments according to submissions.

Rules & Terms

*Our disclaimer, at The PEACH Theatre & Film Intl. Festival, exempts our organizers from liability because of loss, damage, theft, or injury to body or property of attendees even when that damage may be the result of some negligence.

The event disclaimer states that attendance, and participation are deemed at your own risk and that anyone attending or taking part in the event must use good judgment, obey all laws and take reasonable care to avoid any injury to their person or property. By submitting to The PEACH Theatre & Film Intl. Festival, you agree to these terms.

*Submission Fee includes consideration for all categories.

*(Filmmakers): Trailers must be included in your FilmFreeway submission, to be considered for official selection.

*We do not accept student films or "Works in progress."

*Films must have been released, no earlier than January '2020

*Those who submit films, must own the rights to the film, own the rights or have proper clearance for the original or selected music featured in the film, and footage.

*All Non English films submitted, must include English captions.

*This festival reserves the right to make amendments/revisions to the event itinerary, or postpone due to possible/forthcoming COVID-19 restrictions.

*By submitting: You consent for our festival to use still shots and/or footage from your play or film, for promotional purposes.

*We do not pay screening fees to films selected to screen in our festival.

*(All) submission fees are non-refundable.

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  • TmeOut Entertainment

    Our team had an amazing experience at this festival. The hospitality was unmatched, and we truly felt seen, supported, and celebrated as filmmakers of color. Out of all the festivals we’ve attended, this one stood out for the genuine love and recognition it gave to our work. We will be returning next year.

    November 2025
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  • Leanne Smith

    I had such a wonderful time at the PEACH Theatre & Film International Festival! This was one of the first festivals I attended in Los Angeles as an award winner, and the experience was unforgettable. The atmosphere was engaging and never drawn out — it truly felt like being in a room full of friends.

    Peachanda is an incredibly warm and welcoming organizer who has built a remarkable community of filmmakers and creatives. The opportunity to connect and chat with so many fellow artists was such a gift, and it made the whole experience feel special and personal.

    Winning Outstanding Actress and Best Romantic Comedy in 2024 was an incredible honor, and I left feeling inspired and supported. This festival is vibrant, fun, and thoughtfully put together. I would absolutely submit again and encourage others to do the same!

    September 2025
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  • Stephanie Soto

    We like to thank the Founder of Peach Theater & Film Int'l Festival Peachanda Dubose and her Team for accepting Lost & Found short film in this 2024 event. We were graced with 2 wins and appreciate the awards! This Festival brings Theatre and Film under one roof for a spectacular experience." If you are an emerging or seasoned filmmaker this is the festival for you. We had a great time and cant wait to submit future projects!

    December 2024
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  • Angela Andronache

    Great experience! Thank you for the award and recognition.

    December 2024
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  • Maurizio Dominguez

    Our team had a great time at this year's PEACH Theatre & Film Intl' Festival. The event is organized by a dedicated and enthusiastic team that truly loves film, and they create a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for everyone. I am very grateful to Peachanda and her team for their hard work putting the festival together and for creating more opportunities for independent filmmakers. I am eager to see this festival grow and hope to return soon!

    November 2024
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