Tier 3
London, United Kingdom
Last verified 12 June 2026
The London Independent Film Festival (LIFF) is devoted to the advancement of first- and second-time filmmakers telling amazing stories with limited budgets. Hosted every April at the Genesis cinema - repeatedly voted the best cinema in the UK - the 2026 London Independent Film
The main submission deadline for London Independent Film Festival is around 6 August 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to London Independent Film Festival costs from GBP 35 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. London Independent Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
London Independent Film Festival takes place in London, United Kingdom.
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