Now its 27th year, DANCES WITH FILMS champions the unflinching spirit at the very core of the independent film scene. While the vast majority of film fests rely heavily on celebrity, we have relied on the innovation, talent, creativity and sweat equity that revolutionized the entertainment industry. And that reliance continues to prove successful with alumni moving on to write, direct and produce celebrity-studded vehicles, star in blockbuster movies and television series, produce multi-million dollar films and create hit TV shows. Oh…. and we even have several OSCAR® nominees… In a world of homogenized, formulaic film festivals, DWF continues to defy the rules.

“One of the best festivals I’ve ever been to and my absolute favorite in LA.”
– Chelsea Gonzalez

“It is SO hard to sell out screenings at LA venues and all the screenings at this fest are always packed with people. Amazing communication. This fest is such a well oiled machine. Highly recommend!”

“Dances With Films” is an AWESOME festival!!!!”
– Arianna Grace Goarley

“Their passion, dedication and integrity is evident in every aspect of this well run festival!!!”

“My films have gone around the world and DWF continues to be the best.”
– Barry Rosenthal

“The team is phenomenal and due to its presence in the hub of filmmaking in Hollywood, the exposure and prestige is unmatched.”

“Dances with Films was a phenomenal experience that left me in awe.”
– Henk Lambert Pretorius

“From the world-class film panels featuring masters in their craft, I gleaned a wealth of knowledge and insights that have deeply enriched my own filmmaking journey.”

“This festival is the best one I have been too and I’ve been going to fests and run my own for years.”
– Chris Cullen

“What they do for my film students and high school filmmakers is incredible.”

“Hands down, the best festival for independent filmmakers.”
– Arianna Grace Goarley

“There are tons of talks and opportunities to meet with press and distributors if you spend time at the festival.”

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“One of the best festivals I’ve ever been to and my absolute favorite in LA.”
– Chelsea Gonzalez

“Dances With Films” is an AWESOME festival!!!!”
– Arianna Grace Goarley

“My films have gone around the world and DWF continues to be the best.”
– Barry Rosenthal

“Dances with Films was a phenomenal experience that left me in awe.”
– Henk Lambert Pretorius

“This festival is the best one I have been too and I’ve been going to fests and run my own for years.”
– Chris Cullen

“Hands down, the best festival for independent filmmakers.”
– Arianna Grace Goarley

Mailing Address

12400 Ventura Boulevard, Ste 736
Studio City, CA 91604
323-854-8176
hello@danceswithfilms.com

“One of the best festivals I’ve ever been to and my absolute favorite in LA.”– Chelsea Gonzalez

“Dances With Films” is an AWESOME festival!!!!”– Arianna Grace Goarley

“My films have gone around the world and DWF continues to be the best.”– Barry Rosenthal

“Dances with Films was a phenomenal experience that left me in awe.”– Henk Lambert Pretorius

“This festival is the best one I have been too and I’ve been going to fests and run my own for years.”– Chris Cullen

“Hands down, the best festival for independent filmmakers.”– Arianna Grace Goarley

Mailing Address

12400 Ventura Boulevard, Ste 736Studio City, CA 91604323-854-8176hello@danceswithfilms.com

“One of the best festivals I’ve ever been to and my absolute favorite in LA.”
– Chelsea Gonzalez

“Dances With Films” is an AWESOME festival!!!!”
– Arianna Grace Goarley

“My films have gone around the world and DWF continues to be the best.”
– Barry Rosenthal

“Dances with Films was a phenomenal experience that left me in awe.”
– Henk Lambert Pretorius

“This festival is the best one I have been too and I’ve been going to fests and run my own for years.”
– Chris Cullen

“Hands down, the best festival for independent filmmakers.”
– Arianna Grace Goarley

12400 Ventura Boulevard, Ste 736
Studio City, CA 91604
323-854-8176
hello@danceswithfilms.com