De Anza College Student Film & Video Show
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The De Anza College Student Film & Video Show is an annual showcase presented by De Anza College's Film/TV Department in Cupertino, California. It is notable for highlighting student work across narrative, nonfiction, experimental, and animated shorts, along with screenwriting, and for serving as a long-running department event that recognizes artistic excellence through the Chadwick Okamoto Awards. The festival is significant as a student showcase within a respected community-college film program that has earned national recognition for student success, including multiple Student Academy Awards.
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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- 47 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
- Verified trusted status
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- No physical screenings
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- Documented history with archived programs
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