Slamdance, the acclaimed “by filmmakers for filmmakers” organization, has announced that its annual film festival will make a significant move to Los Angeles, starting in February 2025.
This relocation is hailed as a strategic step to foster the ongoing growth of the organization’s mission, providing a vibrant community for independent and visionary filmmakers and creators throughout the year.
The festival is scheduled to run from February 20 to 26, 2025, across various venues in and around Hollywood, including the Landmark Theatres and the DGA Theater Complex, with additional locations yet to be disclosed. Emphasizing financial accessibility, the festival offers in-person passes starting at $50, with many programs accessible to the public free of charge.
Existing and new programs will feature prominently at the festival, including Polytechnic, Slamdance’s free educational endeavor; “6ixty,” showcasing one-minute short films made on any format; Next Wave LA, presenting new media work by LA-based artists; and the immersive DIG (Digital, Interactive, Gaming) program.
Panasonic LUMIX has been named the Official Sponsor of the 2025 Slamdance Film Festival, solidifying a partnership at the forefront of technology and independent filmmaking. Other industry partners include the DGA, Landmark Theatres, and AGBO.
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Filmmakers and AGBO co-founders Anthony and Joe Russo expressed their unwavering commitment to Slamdance, stating, “Our journey in the film industry began at Slamdance, and our commitment to the festival and the opportunities it offers filmmakers has remained unwavering.”
The move has received endorsement from Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, who highlighted the city’s historical significance as a hub for independent storytelling and expressed excitement for the festival’s arrival.
Slamdance President and Founder Peter Baxter expressed enthusiasm about the expansion, stating, “Slamdance is coming to Los Angeles! Building upon our success in Utah, we will grow the festival with greater accessibility in Los Angeles and continue our work in launching new films, new careers, and new ideas in filmmaking.”
Notable Slamdance alumni and supporters include prominent figures such as The Russo Brothers, Emma and Christopher Nolan, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Sean Baker, Rian Johnson, Bong Joon Ho, and Steven Soderbergh.
Since its inception in 1995, the Slamdance Film Festival has celebrated emerging filmmaking talent from around the world. The 2024 edition showcased 113 films, with a significant focus on diversity and inclusion. Submissions for the 2025 festival will open on May 8, 2024.
In addition to the festival, select Slamdance features, shorts, and episodics can be viewed year-round on the Slamdance Channel.
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