19th Annual LA SKINS FEST Call For Films

The LA SKINS FEST is the largest Native American film festival in the United States taking place in Hollywood, CA. The festival seeks original works that are distinguished, offers a new voice in cinema and provides a unique perspective from the indigenous community.

“Share your story. Let your voice resonate. LA SKINS Fest is calling for films that amplify Indigenous narratives.” announced Patricia Gomes, festival director. “Where Indigenous stories take center stage. Submit your film and be part of the LA SKINS Fest community.”

Films accepted in the festival will be eligible for the competition and prizes from our corporate sponsors. This year, awards will be given to the following categories: Achievement in Narrative Filmmaking, Documentary, Narrative Short, Documentary Short, Animation, Writer, Director, Actor, Actress and Audience Award. 

This year’s festival will offer a week-long series of events throughout Hollywood. The film festival will premier exciting new indigenous films, present the 14th Annual Native Media Awards Ceremony, host the 7th Annual Hollywood Pow Wow and celebrate indigenous filmmakers from around the world.

The festival is an initiative of the Native American non-profit the Barcid Foundation and aims to showcase the rising talent in Native American filmmaking. This year the LA SKINS FEST is expanding the screening series to accommodate the growing talent in Indian Country.

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Corporate support of the LA SKINS FEST plays an essential role in the life of the festival and emphasizes the festival’s commitment to quality, exploration, and excellence in the art of cinema, TV and new media. The LA Skins Fest is privileged to partner with some of the world’s most renowned entertainment brands this year; including the Motion Picture Association of America.

About The LA SKINS FEST

The prestigious LA Skins Fest ranks among the country’s best film festivals and is an annual gathering for film industry insiders, cinema enthusiasts, filmmakers, and critics. The LA Skins Fest is considered a major launching ground for Indian Country’s most talked about films. Founded in 2007, the LA Skins Fest, presented in the historic TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, is a 6-day multicultural event celebrating the art of film, TV and new media. The LA Skins Fest’s long‐standing commitment is to join filmmakers and film connoisseurs together to experience great cinema. The exciting schedule consists of dozens of filmmakers presenting their newest works, special artist development programs, tributes to community leaders, special events, and remarkable films. Festival headquarters are in Los Angeles, CA.