The film festival itself has grown significantly since its 2023 debut. About 300 people submitted films when it first began, Valenzuela said, compared to about 6,000 submissions received this year.

Former child actor Shia LaBeouf enjoyed a sunny day out and about in Pasadena, Calif., with his wife Mia Goth —who is known for starring in horror hits like Suspiria, X, and Pearl —in a rare casual ...