Check out the latest winners of LA Indies Fest

The IMDb qualifying competition of LA INDIES FEST is a prestigious competition that is wholly dedicated to celebrating and promoting the vibrant world of indie cinema. This festival serves as a significant platform for independent filmmakers, providing them with an opportunity to showcase their unique voices and creative visions. The programming and jury team comprises seasoned professionals who are deeply rooted in the entertainment industry, with members based in key locations such as Hollywood, Anaheim, Temecula, and Santa Monica.

The festival believes that independent cinema is an essential component of the film industry, providing fresh narratives and diverse storytelling that often challenge mainstream norms. Our committed team comprises indie filmmakers, artists, critics, agents, and distributors who are passionate about supporting emerging talent and ensuring they receive the recognition they deserve. Whether your project is a thought-provoking drama, a light-hearted comedy, a gripping thriller, or an experimental piece, the festival embraces your creativity and originality. It is designed to accommodate a wide range of artistic expressions, ensuring every filmmaker has the opportunity to shine and connect with an audience that values the art of storytelling. This festival is more than just a competition; it is a celebration of creativity, a gathering of like-minded individuals, and an opportunity to inspire and be inspired. It is with great pleasure for us to announce the latest winners of the competition.

Best Feature Narrative Film

The Act

Director: Lance Parkin

Best Feature Documentary Film

A WARP IN TIME / The Enduring Ordeal of The Yoruks

Director: Sabri Kuşkonmaz

Best Short Narrative Film

游離之繞 Nekton

Director: Wai Ling Lam

Best Short Documentary Film & Best Female Filmmaker

Slow Tsunami

Director: Julie Dumont

Best Comedy

A Haunt in Bushwick

Director: Daniel Padulo

Best Science Fiction

FLUX

Director: Geraldo J. Uscategui

Best Horror

Harlowe's Well

Director: Jack H Wood

Best Animation

TWIN

 Director: Megan Kirk

Best Student

Lost Haven

Director: Marisol Diaz

Best TV Series/Pilot/Web

Ben & Tony

Director: Sascha Schneider

Best Experimental

WALK ALONE

Director: Anna Szurant

Best Director

Tommy Jay Dwyer

Solus

Best Actor

Colby Sinclair Herbst

I Am Cain

Best Actress

Frederique Amelie Attuel

In Me I Trust

Best Cinematography

Steven Schloss

Solus

Best Script

Ffin

Jamie "Sage" Cotton