Best in Fest
Host Leslie LaPage, Director of LaFemme International Film Festival uncovers the Secrets of Filmmaking with her lineup of industry professional guests. In every episode you will learn things like how to make the most out of the film festival circuit, how to find a great distribution partner, how to attract A list talent, finding the perfect representation, the dirty little secrets of Hollywood and much more.
Best in Fest
LaFemme Winners: Powerful Women’s Voices — From War Diaries to Comedy Shorts - Part 1
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Leslie LaPage
In this inspiring Best in Fest episode, host Leslie LaPage spotlights the award-winning filmmakers of the 2025 LaFemme International Film Festival. From a Ukrainian refugee’s moving documentary Mama’s Voice, to the hilarious and heartfelt short The Whole Truth about motherhood and hemorrhoids, to the genre-bending Nepo Baby exploring identity and fame, to the chilling psychological thriller Don’t Let Them Out, and the emotional documentary The Ramba Effect about Chile’s last circus elephant—each story celebrates female creativity, courage, and vision.
🎥 Featured Films & Creators:
- Mama’s Voice — resilience through war and art
- Nepo Baby — a Vietnamese fantasy about fame and family
- Don’t Let Them Out — psychological horror with a purpose
- The Whole Truth — moms, friendship, and the funny side of taboo
- The Ramba Effect — saving Chile’s last circus elephant
✨ Tune in for exclusive filmmaker interviews, behind-the-scenes insights, and a celebration of women redefining cinema across every genre.