(818) Day at Idle Hour with The Actors Network
We’ve bogarted The Actors Network Happy Hour on Friday, August 18, to celebrate (818) Day. Join us on the back patio, by the fire pit, to connect with old friends and new, and to toast the San Fernando Valley on its special day.
RSVP required for headcount purposes: support@actors-network.com
VFF23: CLOSING NIGHT PROGRAM ~ COGNITIVE and THAT'S OUR TIME
The Valley Film Festival presents the Los Angeles Premiere of COGNITIVE, directed by Evan Richards, preceded by the short film THAT’S OUR TIME.
Note: Films are unrated by the MPAA. Program is current at time of publication and titles may be subject to change. Tickets may be purchased directly from the Laemmle NoHo7 Theatre box office.
VFF23: SISTERS OF UKRAINE and TEN DAYS
The Valley Film Festival presents the Los Angeles Premiere of SISTERS OF UKRAINE, directed by Mike Dorsey, preceded by the short subject TEN DAYS.
Note: Films are unrated by the MPAA. Program is current at time of publication and titles may be subject to change. Tickets may be purchased directly from the Laemmle NoHo7 Theatre box office. (TICKET LINK COMING SOON.)
VFF23: DOCUMENTARY SHORT FILM PROGRAM
Journey around the world in this collection of short documentary films.
Note: Films are listed in alphabetical order, not screening order, and are unrated by the MPAA. Program is current at time of publication and titles may be subject to change. Tickets may be purchased directly from the Laemmle NoHo7 Theatre box office.
VFF23: KillHer and GOOD TIMES/BAD TIMES with DANCE WITH ME
The Valley Film Festival presents the feature film, KillHer, directed by Robyn August, preceded by the short film, GOOD TIMES/BAD TIMES, and the trailer for the feature film, DANCE WITH ME.
Note: Films are unrated by the MPAA. Program is current at time of publication and titles may be subject to change. Tickets may be purchased directly from the Laemmle NoHo7 Theatre box office.
VFF23: “SEEN OR SCENE?” SHORTS PROGRAM
This collection of mixed genre short films deals with themes of being seen and heard, from the supernatural to the self.
Tickets may be purchased directly from the Laemmle NoHo7 Theatre box office.
Note: Films are listed in alphabetical order, not screening order, and are unrated by the MPAA. Program is current at time of publication and titles may be subject to change.
VFF23: TWO LIVES IN PITTSBURGH and MOTEL ROOM with CRY
The Valley Film Festival presents the feature program, TWO LIVES IN PITTSBURGH, directed by Brian Silverman, preceded by the short film, MOTEL ROOM, and the music video, CRY.
Tickets may be purchased directly from The Laemmle NoHo7 Theatre online or at the box office.
Note: Films are unrated by the MPAA. Program is current at time of publication and titles may be subject to change.
VFF23: EVERYBODY WANTS TO BE LOVED and INSIDE with I AM SO SORRY THAT I DIDN'T CALL YOU
The Valley Film Festival presents the Los Angeles Premiere of ALLE WOLLEN GELIEBT WERDEN (EVERYBODY WANTS TO BE LOVED), directed by Katharina Woll, preceded by the short film, INSIDE, and the music video, I AM SO SORRY THAT I DIDN’T CALL YOU.
Tickets may be purchased directly from the Laemmle NoHo7 Theatre online or at the box office.
Note: Films are unrated by the MPAA. Program is current at time of publication and titles may be subject to change.
VFF23: “VFF AFTER DARK" SHORTS PROGRAM
Join us as we honor The Valley’s cheekier side with this collection of saucy, and sassy, short films.
While films are unrated by the MPAA, some contain nudity, adult themes, and language and are best suited for those ages 18 and older.
Note: Films are listed in alphabetical order, not screening order, and are unrated by the MPAA. Program is current at time of publication and titles may be subject to change. Tickets may be purchased directly from the Laemmle NoHo7 Theatre box office.
VFF23: WILD BOYS and SINIGANG with SAFE AT HOME
The 23rd Annual Valley Film Festival is delighted to take you on an adventure with WILD BOYS, directed by Morten Forland, preceded by the short films SINIGANG and SAFE AT HOME.
Note: Films are unrated by the MPAA. Program is current at time of publication and titles may be subject to change.
Tickets may be purchased directly from the Laemmle NoHo7 Theatre box office.
VFF23: DRAMATIC SHORTS PROGRAM
The Valley Film Festival presents a showcase of dramatic short films that follow characters dealing with grief, emotional hardship, and vulnerability.
Note: Films are listed in alphabetical order, not screening order, and are unrated by the MPAA. Program is current at time of publication and titles may be subject to change. Tickets may be purchased directly from the Laemmle NoHo7 Theatre box office. (TICKETS ON SALE SOON)
Distribution Opportunities for Short Films
The 23rd Annual Valley Film Festival is pleased to welcome back Derek Horne, Distribution Specialist, USC School of Cinematic Arts, to discuss current short film distribution opportunities.
VFF23 - SAMURAI PRIEST VAMPIRE HUNTER (Free Screening)
The Valley Film Festival continues its tradition of supporting VFF alumni with a free screening of SAMURAI PRIEST VAMPIRE HUNTER directed by Mark Terry.
VFF23: SHIP OF DREAMS: Titanic Movie Diaries and SONAR
The Valley Film Festival presents the feature documentary, SHIP OF DREAMS: Titanic Movie Diaries, preceded by the short film, SONAR.
Note: Films are unrated by the MPAA. Program is current at time of publication and titles may be subject to change.
Tickets may be purchased directly from the Laemmle NoHo7 Theatre box office.
VFF23: DRAMATIC SHORTS PROGRAM (JOURNEYS)
Traverse along with The Valley Film Festival as we showcase a collection of dramatic short films that take you, and the characters, on a journey.
Note: Films are listed in alphabetical order, not screening order, and are unrated by the MPAA. Program is current at time of publication and titles may be subject to change. Tickets may be purchased directly from the Laemmle NoHo7 Theatre box office.
Grow Your YouTube Channel
The Valley Film Festival is excited to have filmmaker Paul Hough return to #VFF23 to share new ways to grow your YouTube channel. Whether you've just launched your channel or have producing content for years, you'll want to sit on this special educational panel.
Multi-award winning filmmaker Paul Hough details his adventures in YouTube and how he developed his own storytelling channel of 300,000+ subscribers. He'll teach how to start and grow your own YouTube Channel in any niche. In late-2023, Recorded Books will release two audio-books based off his viral hit The Creepy School Bus, starring the voices of Christina Hendricks (Mad Men) Erika Alexander (Get Out) and Chris Jericho (WWE)
VFF23: OPENING NIGHT PROGRAM ~ EAST BAY and ALL I EVER WANTED
The Valley Film Festival presents the Los Angeles Premiere of EAST BAY, directed by Daniel Yoon, preceded by the short film ALL I EVER WANTED.
Note: Films are unrated by the MPAA. Program is current at time of publication and titles may be subject to change.
Tickets may be purchased directly from the Laemmle NoHo7 Theatre box office.
VFF23: OPENING NIGHT SHORTS PROGRAM ~ "MADE IN THE (818)"
The Valley Film Festival is proud to support local film production and highlight short films '“MADE IN THE (818)”
Note: Films are listed in alphabetical order, not screening order, and are unrated by the MPAA. Program is current at time of publication and titles may be subject to change.
Tickets may be purchased directly from the Laemmle NoHo7 Theatre box office.
Focus On: A Conversation with SAG-AFTRA
The Valley Film Festival sits down with members of the SAG-AFTRA Theatrical Negotiating Committee to learn how to remain focused and actionable during the SAG-AFTRA strike.
A DAY OF SERVICE & SOLIDARITY WITH WGA & SAG-AFTRA
Join The Valley Film Festival as we show our support by joining WGA and SAG-AFTRA on the picket lines at The House of Mouse (500 S. Buena Vista). RSVP here.
VFF23 x CINE GEAR EXPO
We’re dusting off our spin-to-win and breaking out the summer leis! Walk through the streets of old New York and peek into a soundstage, or two, as you check out all the new film gear and network with your peers & colleagues.
Focus On: The Whole Artist
Join The Valley Film Festival for its 3rd Annual wellness weekend, Focus On: The Whole Artist. On Zoom, we will dive into hard to discuss topics (imposter syndrome, balancing caretaking, toxicity in the industry, and more) and connect through creativity and self-care. Always free. Join us!
VFF22: Closing Night Program ~ Silent River and Divine Comedy
The 22nd Annual Valley Film Festival presents SILENT RIVER and DIVINE COMEDY
VFF22: Remember Me: The Mahalia Jackson Story and Shaded
The 22nd Annual Valley Film Festival presents REMEMBER ME: THE MAHALIA JACKSON STORY preceded by the short documentary, SHADED.
VFF22: Belle Vie, Final Chapter, and We’re Gonna Come Back
The 22nd Annual Valley Film Festival presents the documentary BELLE VIE with FINAL CHAPTER and WE’RE GONNA COME BACK.
VFF22: Dramatic Short Films (The Female Gaze)
VFF presents a collection of short films about empowerment and the female gaze.
VFF22: Elemental: Redefining our Relationship with Fire, Dominion, and Blvd Hvnny: Joaquin
The 22nd Annual Valley Film Festival presents the Los Angeles Premiere of ELEMENTAL: REDEFINING OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH FIRE
VFF22: Road to Perth, The Night Out, and Fat Butlers: The End
The 22nd Annual Valley Film Festival Opening Night featuring the world premiere of TWO DASH ONE ONE (2-11)
VFF22: Dramatic Short Films (Mental Health)
A collection of dramatic short films that bring mental health to the big screen.