SCREENINGS
For eight days and nights, we showcase more than 130 entrants from 15+ countries
including features, shorts, documentaries, music videos, animation and web series.
Every film programming block
ends with a moderator-hosted Q&A. Mix and mingle in the lobby; have your picture taken on the red carpet, chat with the press or hob nob with the stars.
Film Screenings
5240 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
Theater Parking:
Parking lot is located at 11144 Weddington St. (one block North of the theatre) on the south side of the street.
THE LOT IS ALSO LABELED "5250 PARKING". The theater validates parking.
OPENING NIGHT SURPRISE
STAR WARS DAY SCREENING:
STAR WARS: VISIONS - "The Pit"
followed by Q&A with award-winning PIFF alumnus director/writer/executive producer LeAndre Thomas.
FREE SCREENING! May the Fourth Be With You.
5240 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
Date: Thursday, May 4th, 2023
Time: 3:00 PM
PANELS
Industry pros and Hollywood heavy-hitters share their knowledge about the entertainment industry during the panel discussions.
Jake O'Flaherty:
Entertainment Industry Workshop
State of the Industry Today from a talent Agent's Perspective:
Self tapes, self submissions, marketing yourself, creating your own content, changing your mindset to book the room and the job, finding the right agent for representation.
Jake O'Flaherty representing the Dangerfield Talent Agency.
Venue: Laemmle NoHo 7
5240 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Date: Friday, May 5 2023
Time: 1:00 PM
PARTIES
Exclusive networking events such as our "Passholders Lounge". Our star-studded Great Gatsby Gala and Award Ceremony on closing night is not to be missed!
Passholder's Lounge
5303 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
Across from the theater. All Pass/Badge holders receive 20% off food/soft drinks throughout the entire festival run.
Great Gatsby Gala & Award Ceremony
72 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 219-6054
Date: Thursday, May 11, 2023
7:00 PM - Red Carpet
8:00 PM - Award Ceremony
"The Pasadena International Film Festival is an experience not to be missed by filmmakers. From the elegant black tie "Great Gatsby" Gala Opening night, to the diverse, informative panels, to the top quality screenings in an actual mainstream movie theatre… in over ten years of traveling the festival circuit with multiple films, this was, hands down, one of the best-run festivals, and the best times I have even had AT a festival. I wish I had another film ready to go so I could submit next year!"
— Heather Connell
director, Forget Us Not
"You guys really put on a show! The organization and logistics… everything ran so smoothly, and looked so positively effortless, that it belied all the long hours and dedication you poured into this project. You also managed to assemble a marvelous group of volunteers and staff, all of whom are to be commended for their work. I heard nothing but superlatives from all who attended. [...] My wife and I, along with our friends, are already looking forward to next year's festival -- and to watching it grow in your capable hands."
— Michael Gross
actor, Family Ties
"It's so cool to be back to this festival. They do such a good job! I mean, it's flawless. I've been to a lot of festivals and Pasadena is one of the most flawlessly put on, well organized, beautiful festivals, in this beautiful hotel and this wonderful courtyard... it's just a nice thing."
— Aaron Wolf
director, The Walk
Become a Sponsor
The Pasadena International Film Festival has brought films from around the world to the great city of Pasadena, long known for its love of arts and culture. We are a grass-roots organization, however, and rely on the support of film aficionados to sustain it. Please consider becoming a PIFF sponsor today.
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