Think SLO has the best film festival? It needs your help to win the title
The San Luis Obispo International Film Festival is a beloved Central Coast tradition.
But is it the best film festival in the United States?
As part of its annual 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, USA Today is canvasing the nation to determine its top film festival — and San Luis Obispo’s is in the running.
According to a news release, the International Film Festival was nominated for the second year in a row, placing it “among an elite group of festivals celebrated for excellence in film programming, community engagement and cultural impact.”
The local festival is held in downtown San Luis Obispo in the spring, showcasing a diverse assortment of films and themed events. This year’s film festival is slated for April 23 to 28.
Now, the winner will be determined “entirely by public vote,” the release said.
How to vote for SLO International Film Festival
Voting is expected to run through the start of March.
According to the release, people can vote once per day until ballots close at 8:59 a.m. on March 2. The top 10 winners will be announced March 11.
Supporters are encouraged to vote “early and often” to show their love of the local festival.
To vote for the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival, visit 10best.usatoday.com/awards/san-luis-obispo-international-film-festival-san-luis-obispo-california.
A full list of the nominated festivals is available at 10best.usatoday.com/awards/best-film-festival.
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