Beyond Fest is the largest genre film festival in the United States,[1] held annually in Los Angeles, California.
Established in partnership with the American Cinematheque, Beyond Fest focuses on showcasing horror, science fiction, fantasy, and other genre films.
The festival features a diverse range of programming, including new releases, rare retrospectives, and special events.
[2] The festival's schedule features a blend of world and U.S. premieres, along with special screenings that frequently include appearances and Q&A sessions with directors, actors, and other industry experts.
[5] 2023: The festival honored producer Roger Corman with a presentation of four films, followed by a discussion with several directors who started their careers working for the renowned genre icon.