Tier 2
Los Angeles, United States
Last verified 12 June 2026
Established in 1983 to promote the work of Asian and Pacific Islander artists, this festival prioritises community building over ego. It has a very encouraging acceptance ratio, helps generously with travel, and hands out a range of awards.
Oscar Documentary Short · Documentary Short Subject
Win Golden Reel Award for Documentary Short to qualify for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject.
Oscar Live Action Short · Live Action Short Film
Win Golden Reel Award for Narrative Short to qualify for the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film.
No premiere requirement. Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Yes. Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival can qualify a film for an Academy Award (Oscar), subject to the specific category and condition for each award. The exact route differs per award body.
Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival takes place in Los Angeles, United States.
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