In the Spotlight this week is the 11th Annual FIRSTGLANCE FILM FESTIVAL HOLLYWOOD, one of the longest-running "truly indie" film festivals in California. Organized by filmmakers for filmmakers, FirstGlance offers the exposure, accolades, and resources that can elevate a project to the next level. Providing opportunities for distribution, marketing and promotion, and even an in-house printing service, FirstGlance has become a one-stop shop for filmmakers on the verge.
Official selections are provided with a complimentary All-Access Festival Pass, and are invited to attend parties and events where they can reach out to fans and industry executives alike. Each screened film receives an award upon premiering at FirstGlance, making every film a winner, and feature films are offered theatrical distribution while short films receive digital distribution opps. Other prizes and honors are offered, including the audience-selected "Best of the Fest," accompanied by cash awards.
FirstGlance considers its bi-coastal film festivals and other annual competitions to be the foundation of a continually growing community of filmmakers and fans. As such, FirstGlance treats all of its filmmakers and attendees like family - keeping prices low, excitement high, and personal attention to the max. It's the consideration to detail and continuous stream of support and information that keeps people coming back to FirstGlance year after year.
UPCOMING DEADLINE
October 11, 2010 - Regular Deadline
Upgraded projects save $5 on this deadline
MISSION AND OBJECTIVE
FirstGlance continues to salute the hard-working individuals that keep the independent spirit alive through their unique projects and looks forward to showing many more indie films to new audiences through their festivals, website, and partnerships, providing new opportunities and exceptional experiences to filmmakers and fans.
MORE ABOUT THE FESTIVAL
In 1996, the FirstGlance Film Festival was born out of the basement of an old theater in Philadelphia where a one-weekend event screened 20 films for 150 people. In the years since, the Festivals have grown exponentially, evolving into much more than initially intended.
To date, FirstGlance has produced 22 festivals, shown over 1,100 award-winning films to over 26,000 attendees and has grown to 250-seat venues with state-of-the-art projection capabilities. In addition to producing their award-winning bi-coastal film festivals, FirstGlance has year-round activities that include screenplay competitions, on-line film competitions, "Show Us Your Shorts" screenings, short film productions, and online distribution. FirstGlance has also inked a deal to create a new distribution platform and offer FirstGlance Alumni red carpet theatrical premieres in Las Vegas; this year's favorites and winners will be invited to FirstGlance's inaugural Las Vegas Fest in June of next year.
Take advantage of all that FirstGlance Film Festival Hollywood has to offer - submit your film today!
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