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Hosted by Filmmakers Alliance in association with PCC Reel Women Film Festival, VisionFest 2025 marks over 25 years of celebrating creative freedom and the vibrant spirit of Los Angeles’ indie filmmaking community.
Sponsored by Pasadena City College Foundation, Blackmagic Design, First Entertainment Credit Union, League of Filmmakers, eoFlix, and Athletic Brewing Company, VisionFest will feature a full day of industry panels, networking, and world-class short film screenings — all culminating in the presentation of the Vision Award and the LA Short Film Grant.
Event Details
Location: 1570 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, CA
Admission: Free (registration required)
Panel Schedule - CINEMIX
CINEMIX is a pre-screening event connecting filmmakers with organizations and thought leaders who champion independent creators.
3:00 PM – Reimagining Cinema: The NonDē Movement
With Ted Hope, Jon Stahl, Courtney Daniels, and Ellis J. Sutton
A discussion on how filmmakers are redefining the relationship between creators and audiences in a rapidly evolving industry.
4:00 PM – Camera Magic
With John Parenteau, Blackmagic Design
A look at how indie filmmakers can achieve cinematic imagery without breaking the bank.
5:00 PM – Distribution Now
With Ami Vora (Kinema), Linda Nelson (Indie Rights), Andrew Collins (eoFlix), and Tony Piantedosi (Vertical)
Experts discuss the future of indie film monetization and sustainable distribution strategies.
Awards & Screenings
Presentation of the Vision Award
This year’s Vision Award honors NEON Films, the studio behind the Oscar-winning Anora, for its bold storytelling and unwavering support of auteur filmmakers. Past recipients include Werner Herzog, Christine Vachon, and Ted Hope.
The LA Short Film Grant
Awarded to one emerging filmmaker with an exceptional script, the grant includes production services, equipment, post-production support, and cash to bring their vision to life.
This year’s finalists: Adrift, Without a Playbook, Please, Stay, Swipe Right, and Numina.
Following the awards, attendees will enjoy screenings of acclaimed short films — with all filmmakers present for brief Q&As — and a closing reception with food and drinks.
Online Festival
Dates: November 1–10, 2025
Can’t make it in person? Experience VisionFest online through eoFlix, the streaming and networking platform built for filmmakers and festivals.
Short film blocks include Hearts & Homes, Pulse Pounders, Moment of Truth, Dark Delights, Alternate Realities, and Rites of Passage.
