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ARCHITECTS OF CINEMA
LOS ANGELES • SEPTEMBER 25-26, 2026
DaVinci Benchmark
The DaVinci International Film Festival (DIFF) is a premier international destination for independent filmmakers, hosted at AMC Theatres at The Grove. The festival celebrates the Architects of Cinema, awarding excellence in the Masterwork with the prestigious Leo Award®.
Established in 2017, DIFF is a 5-star, top-reviewed platform honoring independent creatives across four signature categories: narrative, documentary, animation, and screenwriting.
Beyond the screen, DIFF hosts panel events including FilmAfrica, The Writers’ Corner, and UP, to name a few. In 2024, the DaVinci Film Society launched the Junior Leo Program, fostering the multidisciplinary spirit in burgeoning creatives and providing a powerful platform for the next generation of storytellers.
Festival Schedule
D8 Call for Entries: NOV, 2025 - SEPT, 2026
DIFF launches call for entries at FilmFreeway.com
2025-26 Selection Qualifying
Jury qualifies Official Selections in narrative, animation, documentary, and screenwriting categories for DIFF's 8th Edition.
MAY 15, 2026 DaVinci Masquerade, Cannes FR
INVITE-ONLY. The Carlton Hotel at Cannes Film Festival
SEPT 25-26, 2026. Experience the DIFF.
Join us to celebrate the masterworks of independent cinema from around the globe; engage with industry panels, and connect with our creative community.
Tickets & Passes II
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DaVinci International Film Festival is hosted at AMC Theaters, The Grove in Los Angeles.
Premier LA Film Festival, DaVinci International Film Festival is hosted at AMC Theaters, The Grove.
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