Sundance Film Festival
Park City, United States
100
Tier AOscarScreenings
Festival dossier
The Film Series at Cine Gear Expo
Los Angeles, United States · Est. 1997 · Established legitimate festival with meaningful track record
Tier BTrusted
Los Angeles, United States
63
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Solid signals — do normal diligence
Tier B looks established enough for many filmmakers. Check fees, programming fit, and recent editions before submitting.
- No physical screenings
- 29 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
Overview
Since 1996, Cine Gear Expo has served film and video industry professionals by providing them the opportunity to see the newest, cutting-edge equipment; to learn about new production services; and, network with peers all within a comfortable studio lot environment. Cine Gear Expo is an acclaimed and well attended event attracting over 16,000 professionals from more than 60 countries each year in Los Angeles, California. As we prepare for our 2026 event, we welcome filmmakers to submit their projects, with a focus on cinematography and craft, to our Film Series. Categories include Music Videos, Independent Short Films, and Student Films. The Film Series at Cine Gear Expo is a great screening experience! We are one of the few festivals in the world to screen on a working film studio lot, and currently the only one in the heart of Hollywood. In addition to two badges, good for all screenings, selected projects will receive tickets to the VIP Party and awards ceremony, and a chance to take home amazing prize packages. For the chance to showcase your work to an audience of industry professionals, submit your film today.
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+28 pts)
- 29 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (3 vs 1)
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
- Has FilmFreeway community ratings
Festival Details
Founded
1997
FilmFreeway community
Avg. rating
3.5/ 5
Reviews
15
Synced 4 days ago
- Filmmaker
A beautiful experience and an honor to be selected. The theater was top notch, the sound was fantastic, and the selection of films and music videos was inspiring, not to mention the VIP party that evening! Jeanette was a gracious host and the communication from festival staff was prompt and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. The Expo and Film Series combine to make the total experience really special. Thank you Tracey and team!
- Filmmaker
Great experience, met a lot of amazing people, and got to check out the latest tech.
- Filmmaker
Fantastic experience at Cine Gear! The award show was amazing networking under the clock from Back to the Future (!) and the expo itself was an absolute blast! Loved seeing our film on that gorgeous screen at Universal alongside so many other beautiful films - definitely a killer experience like no other!
- Filmmaker
Amazing festival and amazing experience to be in the Universal Lot. Thank you to the programmers and Cine Gear for hosting me.
- Filmmaker
Amazing experience! Tracey was wonderful! We had so much fun
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