CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS, Dance Film Showcase, 2014

The Dance Film Showcase, in its fifth year at TFF, strives to present the highest quality of visually engaging, sensory stimulating, movement driven short film work. The program curated by Cari Ann Shim Sham*, an award winning filmmaker, video artist, educator and Topanga local, continues a partnership with Dances Made to Order and local based filmmakers of Los Angeles.

We consider films under 15 min that engage at least one of these topics: 

1.) Dance for Camera

2.) Experimental film involving dance

3.) Narratives about dance

4.) Documentaries about dance

5.) Films about movement

DEADLINE: May 1st, FREE of charge

TO APPLY please email a private link of your film to: shimsham@topangafilmfestival.com

OR Send a DVD and a cover letter with your contact info to: 

Dance Film Showcase, ATTN: Cari Ann Shim Sham* 

274 No. Topanga Canyon Blvd. Topanga, CA 90290

MISSION & OBJECTIVE

Now in its 10^th year, TFF is dedicated to the exhibition of independent cinema that explores trans‐format content and inspires the imagination. The festival provides a unique opportunity to enjoy a wealth of international content that ranges from pure unbounded creativity to empowering and educational. The festival endeavors to bridge cultures, create and expand community, provide cultural exchange, and networking opportunities.

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

“The Topanga Film Festival is a true original. A chance to see great films under the stars in one of the most magical spots on the continent.  A jewel of a festival.”

~ Wendie Malick,, actor

Deep in heart of Southern California’s counter-culture enclave Topanga Canyon, a small evolution is brewing. Organizers of the 9th Annual Topanga Film Festival, to be held July 17^th-20^st, 2014 will include documentary films, panels, and networking opportunities. With hands-on demonstrations of cutting edge technology, those in attendance enjoy a user friendly, culturally creative experience.