The Catalina Film Festival is an annual international event held on Catalina Island in Avalon, Los Angeles County, California. Known as "Hollywood's Island" due to its historical ties to the film industry, the festival showcases independent films and hosts star-studded events against the picturesque island backdrop. It has been recognized by FilmFreeway as one of the top 1% of film festivals globally and by MovieMaker Magazine as a "Film Festival Worth the Entry Fee" and a "Great Film Festival in a Vacation Destination". The festival presents various awards, including the Ronald Reagan "Great Communicator" Award, the Charlie Chaplin ICON Award, and the Stanley Kramer Social Artist Award, alongside filmmaker awards.