November 7 - November 9, 2025 PROOF: Proof of Concept Film Festival 2025 Festival | 3rd Annual PROOF Film Festival Purchase your All-Access Badge here.
ABOUT THE FESTIVAL: PROOF is a short film festival in Los Angeles dedicated to showcasing the best in proof-of-concepts. Providing a highly competitive and unique festival experience, as well as opening the door for fruitful future filmmaking opportunities, PROOF is a one-stop-shop for the newest emerging talent. PROOF is powered by the American Cinematheque. The American Cinematheque is a member-supported 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization, programming cinema at the Los Feliz 3, Aero Theatre, and Egyptian Theatre. The AC believes that cinema is a communal experience with the power to entertain, enlighten and inspire, building a diverse and engaged film community through immersive film curation, conversation, and presentation. The American Cinematheque bridges the filmmaker to the audience and film history to its future. TRAVELING TO CULVER CITY: The Shay: Pet-friendly! A unique hotel, owned by the Hyatt brand with a chic rooftop hotel pool. Around half a mile or a 13-min walk from the theater. PROOF Film Festival 2025 Booking Link | The Shay Below are a few key details regarding your room block: Group Rate: $279 per night. Booking Deadline: The link will remain active until October 1, 2025. Culver Hotel: Posh lodging in a storied ‘20s building. Full of interesting old Hollywood history and next door to the theater. Use Promo Code: MM15 for a discounted rate! Pali Hotel Culver City: Boutique hotel option, right by the theater. They are providing PROOF community members with 15% off your stay Friday November 7th – November 10th. Booking Code: PROOF25 Booking Link: Proof Film Festival 2025 – Booking Link THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!