LUMENFRAME International Film Festival (LIFF)
Los Angeles, United States
6 Years Running
Film Festival
About this Festival
LUMENFRAME International Film Festival celebrates bold storytelling, visual innovation, and voices that challenge the way we see the world. Dedicated to emerging and established filmmakers alike, LUMENFRAME shines a light on narrative risk-takers, boundary-pushing documentarians, and visionary artists working across film, XR, and new media.
The festival blends in-person screenings, industry programming, and a robust virtual platform, creating a global, inclusive experience for filmmakers and audiences.
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Rules & Terms
Eligibility
Submitted films must be original works. The submitter must hold all necessary rights, licenses, and permissions. Films must be completed on or after January 1, 2023, unless otherwise stated. Non-English films must include English subtitles. Premiere status is not required.
Categories
The Festival accepts feature-length and short films, including narrative, documentary, animation, experimental, student, and episodic works. The Festival reserves the right to reassign categories as needed.
Submission
All submissions must be made through an approved online platform and include a screener and basic project information. Submission fees are non-refundable and may vary by deadline.
Selection
Films are reviewed by Festival programmers and/or jurors. Selection is based on artistic merit and overall quality. All decisions are final. Submitters will be notified by the posted notification date.
Exhibition & Awards
Selected films may be exhibited in-person, online, or in a hybrid format at the Festival’s discretion. The Festival may present jury or audience awards. Awards carry no cash value unless stated.
Rights & Promotion
By submitting, filmmakers grant the Festival a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to screen the film during Festival dates and to use excerpts (up to 60 seconds) and stills for promotional purposes. Submission does not transfer ownership or distribution rights.
Withdrawal & Liability
Films may be withdrawn prior to notification; fees are non-refundable. Submitters warrant they hold all rights and agree to indemnify the Festival and Organizer against claims arising from exhibition.
Privacy & Legal
Personal information is used solely for Festival administration. These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California. The Festival may modify these Terms at any time.
By submitting a film, the submitter agrees to these Rules & Terms.
*This Festival and these Rules & Terms are fictional and for demonstration purposes only.*
Awards & Prizes
Best Narrative Feature
Best Documentary Feature
Best Short Film
Best International Film
Best First-Time Filmmaker
Audience Choice Award
Jury Prize for Innovation
Social Impact Award
Best Creature Feature
Submission Dates & Deadlines
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