Summer 2025 Submissions Are Open!
The Teens of L.A. Film Fest is an opportunity for young filmmakers to show us their talent, enthusiasm, and creative spirit.
We're calling all young filmmakers to showcase their talent, creativity, and passion in the upcoming Fifth Annual Teens of L.A. Film Fest!
If you're in grades 6-12 and age 19 or younger, you can submit your own short film in one of several categories. The top films will be screened at the Teens of L.A. Film Festival event at the Central Library on August 9, 2025.
Submissions deadline has been extended! Submissions will continue to be accepted through Sunday, July 6, 2025.
If you are in or entering grades 6-12 and are 19 years of age or younger, send us your short film in any of the categories below to be entered into the Teens of L.A. Film Fest.
We’re accepting films in the following categories:
- Book Trailer
- Documentary Short
- Experimental Short
- Live Action or Animated Short
- Micro Short
- Public Service Announcement
Submitting Your Film
- Make sure you have read and understand the submission guidelines.
- If you are under 18, please have a parent or guardian with you before clicking the button to submit.
- All submissions must be received by June 30 at 11:59 p.m.
Please note: if you and/or your parent or guardian have already filled out and submitted the release form by clicking the above button, you can access the submission site directly. Please do not submit your film without completing the release.
Questions? Contact us.