About this Event
National MV Shorts Film Festival — Schedule
11:30 AM — Doors Open & Check-In
Arrive early, check in, meet fellow filmmakers, veterans, creators and guests.
12:00 PM — Welcome & Opening Remarks
Kick off the National MV Shorts Film Festival and celebrate the filmmakers and stories bringing the military and veteran community to the screen.
12:15 PM — Film Block One
A curated selection of short films featuring compelling stories, fresh voices and diverse perspectives.
1:30 PM — Intermission & Networking
Meet filmmakers, special guests and members of the entertainment and veteran communities.
2:00 PM — Film Block Two
The festival continues with another selection of outstanding short films from across the country.
3:15 PM — Special Guests & Filmmaker Conversations
Hear from filmmakers, veterans and special guests about storytelling, entertainment and the experiences behind the work.
3:45 PM — MV Shorts Awards & Recognition
Celebrating this year's standout films, filmmakers and storytellers.
4:30–5:00 PM — Closing Reception, Photos & Networking
Stick around, connect with filmmakers and guests, take photos and celebrate another year of MV Shorts.
Schedule subject to change.
Ticket Options
EARLY BIRD — $25
Get in early and save! Early Bird admission includes access to the National MV Shorts Film Festival, film screenings, filmmaker conversations, special guest appearances, awards presentation and networking.
Limited quantity available.
GENERAL ADMISSION — $30
Join us for an afternoon celebrating military and veteran filmmakers and powerful stories from across the country. Includes festival admission, screenings, special guests, filmmaker conversations, awards and networking.
VIP — $40
Upgrade your festival experience! VIP guests receive:
- Priority check-in
- Reserved VIP seating in a preferred section
- Early entry before general admission
- Access to a VIP meet & greet/photo opportunity with participating filmmakers and special guests
- Official MV Shorts commemorative credential/lanyard
- Recognition as a VIP supporter of military and veteran storytelling
VIP is just $40 and available throughout ticket sales. Space is limited.
FINAL RELEASE — $50
For those joining us closer to festival day, Final Release tickets provide full General Admission access to the National MV Shorts Film Festival. Subject to availability.
Saturday, November 7 | 12:00–5:00 PM
Bob Hope Patriotic Hall | Los Angeles
Experience an afternoon of films, filmmakers, special guests, conversations and awards as the National MV Shorts Film Festival brings together the military, veteran and entertainment communities.
Come for the films. Stay for the people, conversations and connections.
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Patriotic Hall, 1816 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, United States
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