South East European Film Festival

South East European Film Festival (SEEfest) is a non-profit public benefit corporation based in Los Angeles, California. As a 501(c)(3) organization, SEEfest is dedicated to promoting cultural understanding and exchange. The organization is comprised of a small team of five employees. SEEfest is a competition film festival showcasing the diverse cinematic landscape of Southeast Europe. The festival features a variety of film categories, including feature films, narrative documentaries, short fiction, short documentaries, and short animations. Filmmakers from the Balkans and Caucasus submit their work, with selections announced in February. SEEfest offers a platform for filmmakers to connect with Hollywood professionals, who serve as jurors for the awards presented at the end of the week-long festival. A significant part of SEEfest's mission is to serve as a cultural hub for scholars and filmmakers interested in Southeast Europe. The organization regularly hosts conferences and retrospectives, providing valuable resources and fostering dialogue within the film community. Individuals interested in learning more about SEEfest, its programs, or donation opportunities can visit their website at http://seefilmla.org.