The Independent Filmmakers Showcase (IFS) Film Festival showcases an extensive collection of undiscovered independent films from around the world, alongside work from Hollywood's best known directors. Founded in 1990 in LA, US.

The Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival is the most important national film festival in Turkey. The Festival considers for selection feature films from Asia, Europe and Middle East countries. Since 2009, the event has been organised solely by the Antalya Foundation for Culture and Arts and has included an international section within the main body of the festival. Founded in 1963.

Film Crash is an annual film festival showcasing independent short films. The programmers select a group of films, screening in one day in Los Angeles. Awards are presented. Known for creating a vibrant film community encouraging people and ideas to “crash” together, Film Crash has multiplied and traveled the globe. Founded in 1985.

The Short Film Corner is a Forum dedicated to short films. Neither a selection, nor a competition, the Short Film Corner - as a market area - is designed to boost networking between professionals.

The Manhattan Film Festival was recently named among “The Coolest Film Festivals in the World: 2013″ to go along with being named “25 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee: 2012” by MovieMaker Magazine. Founded in 2007.

Remaining true to the independent spirit, the Arizona International Film Festival is a venue for independent filmmakers in search of an independent audience. The Festival is designed to showcase innovative independent works from around the world. Founded in 1990.

The Belize International Film Festival held annually in Belize City, Belize since 2003. It focuses on Central American and Caribbean films, as well as international films from around the world.