2026 Screenings
January 15
February 19
March 19
April 16
May 21
June 18
July 16
August 20
September 17
October 15
November 19
Film of the Year Screening
December 17
Monthly submissions accepted
Submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis
Programming space is limited each month
Films not selected may be considered for future programming
Due to submission volume, only selected filmmakers will be contacted
All genres and formats welcome
No AI-generated content
Most monthly selections are 15 minutes or under, but longer films may still be considered
$15 (Non-refundable)
First-time submitters may use waiver code GARDENA
Each screening includes an audience vote
The top-voted film receives the Audience Choice Award
Monthly Audience Choice winners return in December to compete for Film of the Year
Selected films must be delivered as a Scope DCP
Gardena Cinema offers DCP conversion for $50, if needed
Projection and playback are provided by the venue
Submission guidelines are subject to change without notice