PROOF: Proof of Concept Film Festival 2026

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 2026 Booking Link | The Shay
Below are a few key details regarding your room block:

• Group Rate: $279 per night, plus a $15 destination fee, bringing the total to $294 per night for standard rooms.

• Booking Deadline: The link will remain active until 10/05

• Room Availability: If the link becomes inactive before the cut-off date, it may indicate the block has sold out. Let us know if so and we can reach out about adding more rooms.

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: PROOF26
Booking Link: https://be.synxis.com/?Hotel=4253&Chain=10634&arrive=2026-11-05&depart=2026-11-07&adult=1&child=0&promo=PROOF26

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!