LA Under the Stars Film Festival (7)

Festival start: 28 August 2025      Festival end: 28 August 2025

✨ Welcome to LA Under the Stars, the premier international film festival nestled in the vibrant heart of Los Angeles. Proud members of the TOP 100 BEST-REVIEWED FESTIVALS, we invite you to an unforgettable night filled with red carpet glamour, engaging filmmaker Q&A sessions, and an exciting Award Ceremony on the upper patio under the stars.

Join us at the historic El Cid Theater on West Sunset Boulevard, an iconic venue that blends Hollywood’s rich legacy with the contemporary energy of Silver Lake. LAUTS has been a platform for indie storytellers for six years, with past films featuring stars like Woody Harrelson, Juno Temple, and Danny Trejo. Our most recent festival was graced by the presence of Taylor Misiak and Nicholas D'Agosto, adding to the event’s star-studded atmosphere!

As an IMDB-accredited festival, LAUTS offers a competitive platform judged by a diverse panel of international experts. With over 1,200 submissions this year alone, the competition is fierce, and the selection process is rigorous—ensuring that the work showcased represents the best of the best.

Filmmakers, screenwriters, and creators, this is your chance to shine! Submit your work to LA Under the Stars 2024 and join a celebration that goes beyond borders, connecting your stories with a diverse and passionate LA audience. Experience the thrill of seeing your work come to life on the big screen, network with industry professionals, and enjoy the perks and prizes that make LAUTS a standout event.

Join us under the stars for a night of cinematic excellence and community like no other!

LA Under the Stars 2024 Awards

Special Trophies

- SUPERSTAR: Awarded to the best-rated film.

- WONDER WOMAN: Recognizing the outstanding female filmmaker.

- AUDIENCE CHOICE: Voted by the audience as the best film of the night.

- SCRIPT SUPERNOVA (Feature): Awarded to judges' top-rated feature script.

- SCRIPT SUPERNOVA (Short): Awarded to judges' top-rated short script.


Film Awards

- Best Narrative Film
- Best Comedy Film
- Best Horror Film
- Best Experimental Film
- Best Music Video
- Best Animation
- Best Documentary
- Best Student Short
- Best Director
- Best Actor
- Best Actress
- Best Ensemble
- M. Night Shyamalan Award (Best Twist)
- City of Angels Spotlight: Best Local Film
- Special Jury Award: Recognizing a film with extraordinary impact


Screenplay Awards

- Best TV Pilot Screenplay
- Best Narrative Feature Screenplay
- Best Horror Feature Screenplay
- Best Comedy Feature Screenplay
- Best Narrative Short Screenplay
- Best Horror Short Screenplay
- Best Comedy Short Screenplay

By submitting your film to LA Under the Stars (LAUTS), you agree to the following terms and conditions:

1. Language Requirement: All films must be in English or have English subtitles at the time of submission.

2. Original Works: Films must be original creations, and you affirm that you have all the necessary rights and permissions for the submitted material.

3. Indemnification: You agree to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend LAUTS and its employees from any liability, claims, damages, fees, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising from the submission or any related activities.

4. Adherence to Rules: Failure to comply with the competition rules and regulations may result in disqualification and forfeiture of the entry fee.

5. Defense of Claims: You agree to hold LA Under the Stars harmless and defend against any claims, demands, losses, damages, judgments, liabilities, and expenses, including attorney's fees, arising from any third-party claims related to the submitted film, whether valid or groundless.

We appreciate your understanding and compliance with these terms as we strive to maintain a fair and successful film festival experience.