RAW Film Festival

RAWFF is the innovative short film festival from acclaimed arts showcase presenters RAW: natural born artists. Taking place at the Bootleg Theater in Echo Park, Los Angeles, the one day pop-up shorts fest features work from local talent across Southern California and beyond. Numerous cinematic disciplines are be represented, with a focus on fresh, edgy, subversive programming from innovative indies on the come-up. With a focus on multidisciplinary filmmakers and high conceptualization, the day and night are peppered with live performances and installations, each directly related to the films shown. Be prepared to open your mind, your eyes, and your ears…things are about to get RAW. WE DIG THE UNDERGROUND! "RAW Film Festival had one of the strongest festival programs that I've ever had the pleasure of being apart of. The level of talent on display inspired me and it was an honor to screen with fellow filmmakers of such high caliber. The festival's focus on the artist and its celebration of all styles, genres and forms, highlights the unique visions and diverse voices that are working in Los Angeles independent film scene." - Gerry Maravilla | RAWFF’16 Alum, Head of Crowdfunding @ Seed & Spark "RAW Film Festival is such an inspiring event...as an independent filmmaker, I continue to feel RAWFF's strong support long after the festival in the form of a collaborative and creative community, local to home. This support is absolutely invaluable, has led to many unique opportunities, and I'm grateful to support and be a part of the community for years to come." - Kayla Briët | RAWFF’16 Alum, Sundance Ignite Fellow + TED Fellow