Nestled along the same sun-kissed boulevard where Hollywood’s legends are etched in terrazzo and brass, the Walk of Fame Film Festival is a celebration of storytelling that turns the sidewalk into a runway for tomorrow’s icons. Imagine the pavement beneath your feet—not just as a tribute to the past, but as a stage for the future. Here, every screening is a star being born, each film a fresh constellation in the galaxy of cinema.

Like the Walk of Fame’s immortalized stars, our festival honors the bold, the visionary, and the unforgettable. From indie gems that spark like meteors to documentaries that dig deep into the soul of our era, we’re curating a mosaic of voices as diverse as the names beneath your feet. This is where emerging auteurs walk the same path as Coppola and Chloé Zhao, their stories unfolding under the same California sky that’s inspired decades of silver-screen magic.

Our live event will be held at Hollywood blvd Headshots at August 31 with Q&A, networking, press-conference and much more. Don’t hesitate and submit. Become new Star at Walk Of Fame!

Join us where the legends of tomorrow take their first steps. After all, every immortal career begins with a single footprint on the path. 🌟

Awards & Prizes

Best Genre
Best Short
Best Feature
Best Experimental
New Hollywood Star
Best Animation
Short Screenplay
Feature Screenplay
Best Documentary
Best Music Video
Best Student Work
Best Director
Best Actor
Best Actress
Best DoP
Best VFX
Best Composer
Best Original Soundtrack
Best Costume Design
Best Production
Best Producer

Rules & Terms

Walk of Fame Film Festival – Official Rules & Guidelines

1. Eligibility
- Films must have been completed after January 1, 2022
- All genres (narrative, documentary, animation, experimental, etc.) and lengths (shorts, features, series episodes) are accepted.
- Films may not have had a theatrical release in Los Angeles or be publicly available on major streaming platforms (exceptions for private Vimeo/YouTube links).
- International films are welcome but must have English subtitles if not in English.

2. Submission Guidelines
- Via FilmFreeway or the festival’s official website.
- Secure online screener (private Vimeo/YouTube links preferred).
- Press kits, posters, and director bios encouraged but not mandatory.

3. Selection Process
- Films are reviewed by a pre-screening committee, then final selections are made by the festival jury.
- Selected filmmakers will be notified via email by Notification Date.
- The festival does not provide feedback on rejected submissions.

4. Screening & Attendance
- Selected films must provide DCP or high-quality digital file by 1 week before Screening Deadline
- Filmmakers are strongly encouraged to attend (discounted filmmaker passes available).
- The festival reserves the right to adjust screening dates/times if necessary.

5. Awards & Prizes
- Winners are chosen by a jury of industry professionals.
- Awards include Golden Footprint (Best Picture), Rising Star (Best New Director), Spotlight (Best Actor/Actress), etc.
- Some awards may include cash prizes, distribution opportunities, or mentorship programs.

6. Rights & Permissions
- Filmmakers retain all rights to their work.
- By submitting, filmmakers grant the festival the right to:
- Screen their film during the festival.
- Use clips (under 2 min) and promotional materials for marketing.
- Filmmakers must have full rights to all music, images, and content in their films.

7. Code of Conduct
- The festival is committed to inclusivity—no hate speech, discrimination, or harmful content tolerated.
- Films with explicit content (violence, nudity, etc.) must be flagged during submission.
- Attendees and filmmakers must adhere to professional and respectful behavior at all events.

8. Disputes
- The festival reserves the right to disqualify any film that violates rules.
- Disputes will be resolved at the festival director’s discretion.