2022 UCLAxFilmFest

from UCLA Extension Winter 2023 Magazine

International Programs

The Entertainment Studies program created the UCLAxFilmFest seven years ago to give a voice and a platform to our talented students and alumni. With many of our students going on to achieve successful professional careers in the entertainment industry, the Film Festival provides a venue to showcase and share their finest work.

This year, the screenings and industry panels were held virtually; however on September 10th, 2022, our film community came together in-person for a party to celebrate the achievements of our filmmakers. Thanks to the generosity of our founding sponsor, FOX Entertainment, the party was held on the FOX Studios Lot, and filmmakers from UCLAxFilmFest 2022, 2021, and 2020 were honored. Over 300 people attended and a wonderful time was had by all. Opening remarks were made by Pascale Cohen-Ovilar, Director of the Arts Department, who introduced Associate Dean Leah Vriesman to address the crowd. After which, Scott Edwards, Exec VP Creative Advertising for FOX Entertainment, made a short speech and was presented with an award for his continued dedication to the FilmFest from UCLA Extension.

UCLAxFilmFest 2022 winners:

Best Film: Imelda & Luis, written, directed, and produced by Leonel Chee Best Unique & Artistic Film: A Sense of Joy Best Director: Kate Cobb for Dandelions Best Composer: John Kelleher for A Sense of Joy Entertainment Studies Award: A Matter of Time, written and directed by Yang Liu Audience Choice Award: The Studio Assistant, directed by Glenn Kimball, produced by Katrina Rotondo and Glenn Kimball, and scored by Miguel Mariaca.