Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival
LALIFF 2026 celebrates its 25th edition, marking a quarter-century of sharing stories from the Latino perspective and bringing culturally significant cinema to audiences in Los Angeles and beyond. This milestone reflects decades of commitment to nurturing talent, showcasing authentic voices, and connecting communities through the power of storytelling.
Now in its second year as an Academy Award®–qualifying festival, LALIFF offers winners of the Best U.S. Latino Live Action Short and Best U.S. Latino Animated Short categories eligibility for Oscar® consideration.
May 28th – June 1st, 2025
LALIFF HIGHLIGHTS
With a focus on financing, equity, co-production, content creation, and immersive storytelling, LALIFF Connect: Market & Creative Forum is a curated hub where producers and financiers discover fresh talent, explore cross-border opportunities, and forge partnerships that move projects forward.
Comedy Night
LALIFF Comedy Night is the festival’s most playful and high-energy celebration, showcasing the best in Latino comedic talent through stand-up, improv, and spontaneous live performances.
YCP@LALIFF, a branded “festival within a festival,” showcases short films and creative content from the Youth Cinema Project (YCP).
SOCIAL FEED
What Constance Marie said 😌✨
We can’t wait to celebrate and showcase all the incredible talent at LALIFF’s 25th edition, happening May 27–31, 2026!
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LALIFF matters to Aida Rodriguez ❤️ Thank you for reminding us how important it is for art to be respected!
We can’t wait to celebrate and showcase all the incredible talent at LALIFF’s 25th edition, happening May 27–31, 2026!
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⏰✨ The clock is ticking!
The late submission deadline for LALIFF is February 7, at 11:59 PM (PT). ‼️
Be part of the LALIFF experience. 🔗 Link in bio to apply!
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Introducing the LFI Below-The-Line Fellowship, a program for emerging filmmaking professionals focused on below-the-line crafts. The fellowship combines instruction, mentorship, and on-set experience. 🎬💪
Learn more at the link in our bio. 🔗
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LALIFF matters to Douglas Spain ❤️ Thank you for being part of our family!
We can’t wait to celebrate and showcase all the incredible talent at LALIFF’s 25th edition, happening May 27–31, 2026!
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Partnering with LALIFF connects your brand to engaged audiences and authentic cultural storytelling. Sponsors gain visibility across digital and in-person platforms, with exclusive access to screenings, events, and VIP experiences, creating meaningful connections with a dynamic and diverse community. Our partners invest because we deliver high retention, deep engagement, and visible results. By supporting the festival, brands align with a high-impact platform that amplifies Latino voices and showcases a wide range of narratives across multiple mediums, reflecting the richness and complexity of the community.
LALIFF 2025 RECAP
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Transforming the industry by empowering storytellers and creators. LFI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating infrastructure for education, advancement, and innovation in the entertainment, tech arts, and media industries.
LFI houses signature programs, such as: the Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival (LALIFF), the Youth Cinema Project (YCP), LFI Scholar and Policy, LFI Spotlight, and LFI Fellowships.
