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Dances With Films, now in its 15th year, champions the unflinching spirit at the very core of the independent film scene. While the vast majority of film fests rely heavily on celebrity, we have relied on the innovation, talent, creativity and sweat equity that revolutionized the entertainment industry. And that reliance continues to prove successful with alumni moving on to write and direct celebrity-studded vehicles, star in blockbuster movies and net- work series, produce multi-million dollar films and create hit TV shows. Oh....and we even have several OSCAR® nominees... In a world of homogenized, formulaic film festivals, DWF continues to defy the rules.

 

SWEET 16 OF DANCES WITH FILMS HEADS TO THE CHINESE!
YEAR 16 marks the largest Dances With Films since its inception in 1998. Expanding to 11 days at the Chinese Theatres, DWF16 will present nearly 100 films from across the globe. With nearly 60 world premieres and double the amount of panels and industry conversations....the previous benchmark is about to be raised.

MAKING PLANS FOR DWF16?
We will be announcing the line up soon for what is looking to be a banner sweeeeet 16 of a year for DWF. If you're heading out to join us - check out the LOEWS HOLLYWOOD HOTEL which is literally steps away from the Chinese Theatres. Use PROMO CODE "DANCE" for a great rate of $195 a night! You can even get that rate old school by calling 1-800-235-6397

DWF EXPANDS TO 11 DAYS
YEAR 16 will mark a dramatic change for Dances With Films as the fest expands to 11 days at the Chinese Theatres. Electrifying the Hollywood film community with a celebration teeming with remarkable films and refreshingly free of the wheeling, dealing, and politics that can too often pollute the creative experience. At DWF, every aspect of the festival is driven by an unflinching slogan: “No politics. No stars. No sh*t.” The result is an unforgettable 11 day festival that puts great material in front of powerful people and truly allows a filmmaker’s work to speak for itself. DWF’s success comes not from a slew of big “names” populating its red carpet but from a formidable list of career launches.

DWF GIVES A SHOUT OUT TO ITS SPONSORS!!
Thanks to our great sponsors THE LOT, CANON, SHOWBIZ SOFTWARE, AUDIO RENTS, SAGIndie, CAA and new sponsors VER, ICM, SPLASH from 2012 (to name a few) - as well as the incredible line up of panelists - our 15th year was the largest fest in our history! As we move into "Sweet 16" - take a moment to check them out by visiting our SPONSORS page!

DANCES WITH BLOGS
DWF's own Robert Mellette heads up the festival BLOG. It's entertaining and quite insightful. Best of all, even if you are just now in prep for your film or simply thinking about making a film, you should be reading Dances With Blogs, for the insider view of how films make or don't make the grade to acceptance. It's filled with valuable inside information on what sets DWF apart and how you can gain the advantage on the submission process. GO to the BLOG