The Orange County Film Festival recognizes young filmakers for their excellence with a one-night-only award show.
Categories
Filmmakers submit their films to a variety of categories including Short Film, Music Video, PSA, and Commercial. Individuals are also nominated to be honored for excellence in Directing, Producing, Cinematographer and more.
A Red Carpet Affair
Upon arriving at the Orange County Film Festival Awards Show, attendees have an opportunity to socialize and network with a community of filmmakers on the red carpet.
Watch the Films
Past OCFF winners and nominees are available to watch in our Viewing Room.
Dodgeball
Another in a long line of impressive commercials from Capistrano Valley.
Alumni
By creating a partnership with FilmEd Academy of the Arts, CAE has continued to collaborate on projects with alumni all over the country. Past OCFF nominees have landed jobs at NBC/Universal, CBS, BBC, Anonymous Content, The Sparkhouse, the Antfarm, and the list goes on.
Fundraising
The OCFF needs your help to keep the magic alive. There are may ways to get involved. Click here to see our fundraising packet.
Home comes when we least expect it.
A music video by filmmaker Brian Hart that took home awards for best Music Video, Graphics and Editing at OCFF 2013
Uh-Oh
Re-watch the award winning short film from producer Jacqueline Donahue and Filmaker of the Year Nathan Rickard.
Founded in 2003, The Orange County Film Festival is designed to showcase the work of up and coming filmmakers throughout Orange County.
With over 700 people in attendance annually, OCFF has become a widely anticipated event in Southern California that has received recognition nationwide. CAE continues to support and sponsor this glamorous one night only experience that has brought students, families, and the community together to celebrate artistic excellence in filmmaking.
Arrive to the festival early to pick your festival pass, mingle on the red carpet, and take pictures! Dress to impress!
Themed Award Show
January 7th, 6pm
This years festival is a one night only screening and award show hybrid where all nominated films will be screened before the winners of each category are presented. In addition to the film screenings, the spectacular themed event will offer a red carpet affair and live entertainment.
LODGING
There are a variety of lodging options in the area for attendees from out of town. Check with your travel broker to see the available amenities.
