ANOTHER HOLE
IN THE HEAD
San Francisco, California – USA
December 1 to 15, 2019

Upcoming Deadline
July 1, 2019
Regular Deadline
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In the Spotlight today is San Francisco Independent’s 16th Annual Another Hole in the Head Film Festival, a genre festival that welcomes all styles of independent film. Whether it’s a major production from a professional company, a student film, or a micro-budget labor of love, the Festival is committed to giving each film due consideration. In 2018 Another Hole in the Head screened over 180 films, more than 150 Short films and more than 30 Feature films.

San Francisco is the second largest film market in the country, and a great promotional platform for indie filmmakers who are trying to get their film out into the world. Many films that screen at our festival spark the interest of other film festivals and film brokers/buyers. In addition, the films and the festival are reviewed by some of the top players in the industry, such asVariety,The San Francisco Chronicle, Dread Central, Bloody Disgusting, Twitch, and Way Too Indie.

The Festival?s ‘theatrical home’ is New People Cinema in San Francisco’s Japantown. A 143-seat underground venue located in the New People Building, the Cinema is equipped with cutting-edge HD digital projection, 35mm film projection and a THX?-certified sound system. New People Cinema hosts many local film festivals including the San Francisco International Film Festival, CAAMFest, Green Film Festival, and the Japan Film Festival of San Francisco.
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MISSION & OBJECTIVE
As a subsidiary of the San Francisco Independent Film Festival (“SF IndieFest”), the primary focus is independent film. Whether it’s a major production from a professional company, a student film, or a micro-budget labor of love, SF IndieFest is committed to giving each film due consideration.

MORE ABOUT THE FESTIVAL
Another Hole in the Head presents 21 Audience Awards, including Best Film Overall, Best Student Film, and many category-based awards such as Best Animation Film, Best Horror Film, Best Comedy Film, Best Documentary, and Best Music Video.

Features and shorts are now being accepted for consideration – submit your film today!