Celebrating 'True-Indie' Filmmaking & Connecting Global Talent
Supporting ‘True-Indie‘ film, the Lift-Off Global Network promotes up-and-coming voices and provides a space for collaboration and support towards the next step.
The Network believes that indie film matters, storytelling can change the world, & emerging artists need support to develop creatively, foster new connections and reach global audiences.
This Season's
Film Festivals
Season #17
Berlin Lift-Off
Feb.2026
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Austin Lift-Off
April.2026
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Toronto Lift-Off
June.2026
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Los Angeles Lift-Off
August.2026
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Amsterdam Lift-Off
October.2026
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Beijing Lift-Off
November.2026
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Manchester Lift-Off
March.2026
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Tokyo Lift-Off
May.2026
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New York Lift-Off
July.2026
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Paris York Lift-Off
Sept.2026
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Sydney Lift-Off
Sept.2026
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London Lift-Off
July.2026
Festival Events
Each festival hosts a series of online and in-person events, connecting filmmaking talent across the globe
Focus Group Feedback
Meet fellow filmmakers, exchange feedback and discuss your projects. Focus Group participants attend an online meeting to pitch their work before participating in the Feedback Session.
In-Person Networking Speeddate
Join us in the city for a showcase & networking event held in conjunction with the festival’s online screenings. Attendees chat to everyone in the room in a 'speed-date' style networking session.
Online Networking SpeedDate
Pitch your future projects or share previous work. Attendees can screen a trailer or pitch deck before meeting with everyone in a 'speed-date' style network session.