8th Annual Lonely Seal International Film, Screenplay and Music Festival

Welcome to the home of stories “aching to be told.” We are a nonprofit organization in California and Massachusetts recognized by the Mass Cultural Council as a multiple grant recipient. We are a “Top 100 Best Reviewed” festival on FilmFreeway, and our 175+ Five-Star Reviews put us in the top percentiles of best-reviewed film festivals worldwide.

Discover the unparalleled blend of tradition and innovation at The Lonely Seal International Film, Screenplay & Music Festival. Our event occurs at the Regent Theatre, a 109 year-old Vaudevillian gem in Arlington, Massachusetts (Boston), renowned for its culturally diverse content.  Our 8th edition takes place from August 20-24, 2025. We invite you to join us.