A pioneering platform at the intersection of experimental cinema, music, and technology; an opportunity for screenings in Los Angeles and a traveling tour in various cities worldwide
Festival Name: VLX8 – VASTLAB Experimental 2027
Organizer: VASTLab
Location: Los Angeles, USA (with a traveling tour to various cities in 2027)
Dates: February 20, 2027 (Los Angeles launch) / Traveling tour throughout 2027
About the Festival: The festival operates at the intersection of experimental cinema, music, visual arts, and technology. It seeks works that challenge norms and expand the boundaries of storytelling. The festival provides a space for emerging and established artists to showcase their work live before audiences in Los Angeles and other cities on the tour. Selected works may be screened multiple times throughout the tour in various programs.
Accepted Genres: Experimental film, video art, animation, projection, audiovisual performances, and hybrid works.
Duration: Under 10 minutes (unless otherwise agreed upon for special projects or installation work).
Year of Production: No restrictions mentioned.
Language & Subtitles: English / English subtitles required.
Submission Deadline: November 30, 2026
Additional Information:
- Physical copies are not accepted (online submission only).
- All work will be screened digitally.
- By submitting, the artist grants the festival permission to use promotional materials (stills, clips, posters) to promote the event. Additionally, the festival reserves the right to document live screenings and performances (photo/video) and use short excerpts of such documentation for promotion during the 2027–2028 season.
- The artist warrants that they are the rightful owner of the submitted work and that it does not infringe upon any copyright or intellectual property rights.
