

(est. 2016)
​​​​​​Shine your talents in sunny SoCAL! The Southern California International Film Festival is a part of the GO Independent series of film festivals in the FAME family. Our goal is to give more opportunities for independent filmmakers and screenwriters to showcase and promote their art.
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​The SoCAL Fest is a one hundred percent live event. We hold screenings, an Awards Ceremony, Pre-Receptions, and After Parties!
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For the year 2025 and for the foreseeable future, we will be producing exclusive live events. Please understand, before submitting, that with little to no notification, we may have to change presentation formats, venues, and/or dates in adherence to any local or national policies.
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(Deadline: 10.20.25)
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IMPORTANT DATES
​2026
Submissions Open: August 30, 2025
Early Bird Deadline: October 06, 2025
First Deadline: November 21, 2025
Regular Deadline: January 09, 2026
Late Deadline: March 09, 2026
Extended Deadline: May 29, 2026
FINAL Deadline: June 29, 2026
Notification: July 13, 2026
Live Festival: August 12-16, 2026
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*Due to events beyond our control, schedules may change with little to no notification.



