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SUMMARY:Elevating The Frame
DESCRIPTION:Multiple filmmaker groups gathered together during Women’s History Month in support of filmmakers of all marginalized genders to deepen connections and expand their networks. There was a Canon photo studio activation on site with complimentary digital headshots for all participants.  \nCo-hosted by community partners Alliance of Women Directors\, Alliance for Women Film Composers\, Asian American Documentary Network\, Brown Girls Doc Mafia\, Chicana Director’s Initiative\, Film Fatales\, International Community of Female+ Cinematographers\, Latino Filmmakers Network\, ReFrame\, WIF\, Women In Media\, and Women Make Movies. \nPresented by Canon with support from event sponsors First Entertainment Credit Union\, Profoto\, Scriptation and ShotDeck.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/elevating-the-frame/
LOCATION:Canon Burbank\, 3400 W Olive Ave\, Ste 250\, Burbank\, CA\, 91505\, United States
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Narrative,Cinematographers,Features,Composers,Episodic,Directors,Shorts,Editors,Producers,Screenwriters,Mixers
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T051819Z
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SUMMARY:Reel to Real
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted an in-depth\, virtual Festival Strategy Workshop led by Kimberley Browning\, a shorts programmer for the Tribeca Festival and founder of Hollywood Shorts. This webinar featured case studies from three participating filmmakers Dana Nachman (The Second Life of Freddie Nole)\, Lauren Greenhall (That’s How You Make a Torah)\, and Ran Jing (Imprint). \nWant to learn what film festival programmers are really looking for? Watch this online workshop to explore tips and insights on evaluating your film in order to create a productive festival strategy. We reviewed a selection of films from workshop participants\, and delved into the process of understanding the best types of festivals to maximize each film’s potential. We also explored how festivals can be part of your overall distribution plans\, audience building\, and how they can advance your career.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/reel-to-real/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Narrative,Directors,Festivals
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T234638Z
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SUMMARY:From Script to Screen
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted a panel discussion and reception during the Sundance Film Festival. \nWe discovered groundbreaking works of independent cinema in this panel highlighting visionary filmmakers who directed feature films premiering at Sundance including Josephine Decker (Chasing Summer)\, Liz Sargent (Take Me Home)\, and NB Mager (Run Amok). Moderated by Imani Davis (American Cinematheque).  \nPresented by United Airlines with support from IMDbPro and the Utah Film Commission. \nAt a time when funding for the arts is drying up\, we learned from Film Fatales members with Sundance premieres about how they got their films funded and made. How helpful are proof of concepts? What types of institutional support or corporate sponsorships are available? What is the path forward in the current economic climate? The panel covered evolving techniques in storytelling\, the importance of diverse perspectives\, and how these iconic filmmakers are pushing the boundaries of cinema on screen and off. 
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/from-script-to-screen/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Features,Directors,Panels
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20251103T214733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T235057Z
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SUMMARY:Changing the Ratio Oscars
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted an in-person cocktail reception in Los Angeles as we celebrate with like-minded folks interested in amplifying underrepresented voices during awards season. There was a panel discussion with Gotham award winning filmmaker Vera Drew and Academy Award nominated composer Laura Karpman\, followed by a reception celebrating creators of all marginalized genders. With some light bites\, great music\, and plenty of good cheer to go around. Co-hosted by the AWFC\, Film Fatales\, ReFrame and WIF. Sponsored by Paramount+. \nChanging the Ratio is a cross disciplinary networking event for industry professionals celebrating women\, trans and/or nonbinary filmmakers during awards season. Our focus is to shine a light on some of the amazing projects and their creators from this year as we come together for a night of industry conversation and networking with professional filmmakers\, crew\, and influential industry decision-makers. \nFilm Fatales recently launched the Parity Pipeilne\, a results-driven initiative that fights inequities in the film industry by connecting underrepresented filmmakers directly with key decision-makers seeking to hire equitably and program inclusively. \nReFrame is getting ready to release its WHAT TO WATCH: 2026 Film FYC Guide. As part of WIF’s mission to advocate for change\, the Voter Guide aims to amplify the work of deserving women\, trans\, and nonbinary folk\, serving as a go-to resource for industry voters who are conscious of gender bias and desire equity in the industry. \nWith the current underrepresentation of women and non-binary creatives across technical and craft categories – from directors to composers\, cinematographers\, VFX and editors – our collective goal with this event is to carve out and occupy shared space. As film award  season is underway\, this event will highlight members across our organizations who have the potential to be nominated and considered for awards.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/changing-the-ratio-oscars/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Awards,Narrative,Cinematographers,Composers,Directors,Editors,Producers,Screenwriters,Mixers
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20250929T220951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T073703Z
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SUMMARY:Directing Action
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this discussion about Directing Action films with Danishka Esterhazy (Sniper: The Last Stand)\, Geeta Vasant Patell (House of the Dragon)\, and Michelle Salcedo (Switch & Bait). Moderated by Marielle Woods (Cobra Kai). \nWant to learn more about how to direct action sequences? This dynamic discussion with working feature film and episodic television directors covers prep\, production and post in a fast-paced environment. How do you break into genre directing? How do you prepare to helm an episode of a popular show? Together we will explore the relationship between directors and stunt coordinators\, learn blocking tips\, and hear about different ways to forge a career path in action cinema.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/directing-action/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Narrative,Features,Episodic,Directors,Production,Panels
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250912T020000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20250825T203324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T183921Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Shadowing 2025
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales and Scriptation hosted an in-depth Episodic Television Directing Class with two-time Emmy award-winning television director Mary Lou Belli\, whose directing credits include Elsbeth\, True Lies\, Sweet Magnolias\, NCIS: New Orleans\, and The Ms. Pat Show. \nSix emerging episodic directors participated live in this highly interactive class as Virtual Shadows including: Anna Fahr\, Christina YR Lim\, Lilian T. Mehrel\, Melissa Haizlip\, Sonia Sebastian\, and Whitney Clinkscales. \nFilmmakers of all experience levels are invited to observe the class to learn how to prep from a working TV director! Together we will explore casting\, location scouting\, script breakdown\, scene blocking\, overheads\, and shot listing. Compare your work to an episode that has already aired and evaluate how your choices would be an alternative option or what you might change to make the work more “shootable.” \nMary Lou’s extensive teaching experience includes the 2023 Warner Brothers Discovery Access Directors Program as well as many vibrant diversity programs including ABC/Disney\, CBS\, Sony\, HBO Access\, and AFIDWW+. 
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/virtual-shadowing-2025/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Development,Pre-Production,Episodic,Directors,Production
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20250619T220646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T173938Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Binary
DESCRIPTION:Join Film Fatales and Anarchists United online for a candid conversation with visionary voices in trans and queer cinema including powerhouse filmmaker Lilly Wachowski (The Matrix\, Cloud Atlas\, Bound) and Fatales Forward fellows Gulet Isse (Khutbah)\, Hao Zhao (All Fixed Up)\, Helen Peña (Crossed Veins/Venas Cruzadas)\, Kyle Casey Chu (After What Happened at the Library)\, and Roberto Fatal (Electric Homies). Moderated by StormMiguel Florez (Welcome to Roswell). Hear from boundary breaking creators reshaping the cinematic landscape as they discuss their craft and the power of authentic storytelling as a tool for meaningful change. \nFatales Forward is an innovative fellowship for emerging filmmakers working on their debut feature films about the trans experience. The program consists of three months of one-on-one mentorship with established trans filmmakers\, a virtual Career Advancement Intensive\, creative peer to peer workshops\, and ongoing artist development support. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/beyond-the-binary/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Features,Directors,Panels
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250308T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20250206T035345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T193146Z
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SUMMARY:Changing the Ratio Austin
DESCRIPTION:The Alliance for Women Film Composers\, All Entertainment Business\, Film Fatales\, and Women in Film & TV Austin co-hosted a dynamic event celebrating collaboration\, inclusion\, and progress in the entertainment industry. The gathering brought together producers\, directors\, composers\, music supervisors\, investors\, and business leaders to foster meaningful connections and promote gender parity across creative and business sectors. \nFeatured speakers included Film Fatales member Geeta Gandbhir (The Perfect Neighbor)\, AWFC member Carla Patullo (Magic Hour)\, AEB founder Jennifer Hutchins and WIFT-Austin President Laura Annalora. Moderated by Cassandra Nicholson (ShotDeck). \nSponsored by ShotDeck with beverages from Tequila 512 and Good Night Loving Vodka.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/changing-the-ratio-austin/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Actors,Narrative,Cinematographers,Features,Composers,Directors,Editors,Festivals,Producers,Screenwriters,Mixers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250215
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T162145Z
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SUMMARY:Happily Ever After
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted a panel discussion about Directing Romantic Comedies with Emily Ting (Tall Girl 2)\, Lynn Chen (I Will Make You Mine)\, Nnegest Likké (Everything But A Man) and Sara Zandieh (A Simple Wedding). Moderated by Christine Luby (Royal Rendezvous). \nLove was in the air\, and so was movie magic!  On Valentine’s Day\, we dived into the world of rom-coms through the director’s lens. From landing the job to shaping the perfect director’s cut\, we broke down what it really takes to make a rom-com shine in a crowded market. We unpacked the secret sauce— story beats\, on-set chemistry\, and every trick in the book—to craft those swoon-worthy moments that stay with audiences forever. Revisit our deep dive into why our favorite rom-coms are timeless and how you can create the next classic! 
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/happily-ever-after/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Narrative,Features,Directors,Featured,Genre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250131T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20250102T175659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T205223Z
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SUMMARY:Movie Magic
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted a live online workshop about Understanding Film and Television Tax Credits with Fanshen Cox (DEIA Manager) and Leah Medrano (Deputy Director) from the California Film Commission. \nWe learned about the CA Film Commission\, what they do\, and how they can help fund your next film. In this discussion\, we dispelled myths about getting California tax credits. During this interactive session we broke down the application process with the goal of increasing representation for the projects that apply. The webinar helped demystify the tax credit application process and provided an introduction to the California Film Commission\, its services\, and its helpful representatives. The workshop was not recorded to create a safe space for active participation.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/movie-magic/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Development,Narrative,Financing,Features,Producers,Funding
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250126
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20250109T200249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T193417Z
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SUMMARY:Brave New World
DESCRIPTION:We joined Film Fatales and United Airlines for a panel discussion and reception during the Sundance Film Festival. \nThis panel highlighted groundbreaking films from visionary filmmakers who directed feature films premiering at Sundance including Amber Fares (Coexistence My Ass!)\, Cristina Costantini (Sally)\, Meera Menon (Didn’t Die)\, and Sam Feder (Heightened Scrutiny). Moderated by Alece Oxendine (Film Durham). \nNow more than ever\, we need stories that illuminate\, educate\, inspire\, enlighten\, and imagine new possibilities. Learn about evolving techniques in storytelling\, the importance of diverse perspectives\, and how these iconic filmmakers are pushing the boundaries of cinema on screen and off. Presented by United Airlines with support from IMDbPro\, ShotDeck and The Utah Film Commission. Followed by a networking reception celebrating filmmakers of all marginalized genders.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/brave-new-world/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Features,Directors,Panels
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241012
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20240916T214148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T210909Z
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SUMMARY:Desperately Seeking Producer
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales and Dear Producer joined forces to bring you an online panel and curated networking mixer for feature filmmakers of all marginalized genders. \nWe began with a discussion around the elusive question\, ‘How do I find a producer?’ with producers Lexi Tannenholtz (Booger\, Bad Things)\, Mars Verrone (Union)\, and Monique Walton (Sing Sing\, Bull). Moderated by Dear Producer founder Rebecca Green (It Follows\, All That We Love). Afterwards\, we divided up into smaller discussion circles for intimate conversations with the panelists based on a series of guided prompts. \nLearn about the different types of producers in both the scripted and unscripted film space\, the various stages of the process to bring on a producer\, elements and materials you should prepare before approaching a producer\, what you can expect in terms of producer compensation\, and how to maintain long-term\, healthy relationships with producers. Hear from seasoned producers about how they find projects and what qualities they value in their collaborators.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/desperately-seeking-producer/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Development,Narrative,Financing,Features,Distribution,Featured,Producers,Funding,Mixers,Panels
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240727
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20240723T195207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T224702Z
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SUMMARY:Direct to TV
DESCRIPTION:Join Film Fatales for an online discussion about directing Episodic Television with representatives from Television Shadowing Programs and DEI Initiatives. Speakers include Lily Parrish-Kruger (Director\, Current Programming at Sony Pictures Television)\, Shari Page (Program Director\, Half Initiative)\, Will Schnabel (Manager\, Pipeline Programs at Warner Bros. Discovery)\, and Yasmin Dunn (VP of Diversity at Paramount Global). Moderated by Film Fatales member Christine Swanson (Director of P-Valley\, Bel-Air\, Chicago PD). \nLearn from industry insiders about the multifaceted paths available for advancing your episodic directing career including Shadowing Programs\, Directing Labs\, Open Directing Assignments\, and more. How do you position yourself to land an episode? Where do you meet showrunners? What steps do you take to prepare? Together we will explore on-set etiquette and your next steps for transitioning into directing television. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity as you embark on your new journey towards building a sustainable career in episodic television!
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/direct-to-tv-2024/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Narrative,Episodic,Directors
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240601
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20240604T154123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T215057Z
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SUMMARY:The Reel Deal
DESCRIPTION:Revisit this discussion about Funding Unscripted Feature Films with panelists Kristin Feeley (Director\, Documentary Film Program\, The Sundance Institute)\, Lucy Mukerjee (Documentary Lab Director\, Firelight Media)\, and Soheil Rezayazdi (Nonfiction Programs Manager\, The Gotham). Moderated by Film Fatales member Luchina Fisher (Director\, The Dads). \nThere are many paths towards getting your next documentary feature film made. Learn from representatives from top arts organizations about the multifaceted paths available including fellowships\, labs\, incubators\, grants\, and other funding opportunities for unscripted feature filmmakers. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to navigate the myriad options available to you as you embark on the development of your next documentary film.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/the-reel-deal/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Development,Financing,Features,Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20240416T155252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T192319Z
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SUMMARY:Lights Camera Money
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining Film Fatales for an online panel discussion about Funding Scripted Feature Films with Diana Luna (Executive Director\, NALIP)\, Ilyse McKimmie (Deputy Director\, Sundance Institute‘s Feature Film Program)\, and Michelle Hamada (Manager of Development and Production\, Tribeca Studios). Moderated by Film Fatales member Jennica Carmona (Programmer\, Atlanta Film Society). \nThere are many paths towards getting your next feature film made. We heard from representatives from top arts organizations about the multifaceted paths available including artist development labs\, incubators\, grants\, and other funding options for scripted feature filmmakers. This is an exciting opportunity to revisit how to navigate the myriad options you have as you embark on the development of your next film. \nWith support from NALIP\, Sundance Institute\, and Tribeca Studios.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/lights-camera-money/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Narrative,Features,Funding,Panels
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240326T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240326T000000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20210326T164828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T204007Z
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SUMMARY:Building Connections
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales members gathered for a virtual social mixer with feature film and episodic television directors around the world. We had a community discussion around inclusive language\, authentic authorship and ethical filmmaking practices as we continue to work towards decolonizing the film industry. We stand in solidarity against systemic racism and gender-based violence as we make space to listen to each other and build deeper connections within our community.  \nWe began with a grounding ritual and group conversation led by co-hosts Dewi Marquis (Ara Untamed)\, Chelsea Hernandez (Building The American Dream) Donna Wheeler (Death of a Saleswoman)\, and Rijaa Nadeem (Scandal Made me Famous)\, before dividing up into smaller discussion circles to deepen our relationships based on a series of guided prompts.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/building-connections/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Activism,Features,Episodic,Directors,Equity,Mixers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240325
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T205434Z
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SUMMARY:Episodic Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for attending an intimate conversation with Film Fatales member Christine Swanson and for your questions about breaking into episodic directing. How do you position yourself to land an episode? What steps do you take to prepare? Together we explored set etiquette\, gained valuable insights into building a sustainable career\, and next steps for transitioning into directing television. This private event was hosted by Moonshine Post in Atlanta\, GA.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/episodic-workshop/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Episodic,Directors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240430T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20240207T083511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T222423Z
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SUMMARY:Pitch It
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted an online workshop about How to Create Impactful Decks and Pitches led by Film Fatales member Jenny Deller (writer-director of Future Weather and producer of Clare in Motion). Moderated by Film Fatales member Maria Breaux (director of Vulveeta). \nIn this workshop filmmaker and designer Jenny Deller will walk you through five simple steps to help you pre-visualize and pitch your film\, music video\, or TV series. Learn the latest ideas that are helping showrunners\, directors\, and producers advance their projects and walk away with some basic concepts\, design tips\, and resources to get your pitches off to a great start. Jenny‘s decks have assisted award-winning film\, television\, and commercial creators land work for Warner Brothers\, HBOMax\, Showtime\, AppleTV+\, TNT\, and USA Networks; as well as national brands like Toyota\, Cox\, Amazon\, and Home Depot. \nSelected filmmakers will receive live feedback on their decks during the workshop\, including Christy Veeder (Sweet Home Sarasota)\, Gabriella Moses (Leche)\, Jay Melena (Grit)\, and StormMiguel Florez (Welcome to Roswell). Filmmakers of all backgrounds are invited to audit the live class\, download the sample decks\, participate in the chat\, and watch the recording afterwards. \nPresented by ShotDeck with additional support from community partners Big Apple Film Festival\, Cherry Picks\, Minorities in Film\, NFMLA\, NYWIFT\, Pano Network\, Seed&Spark\, and Urbanworld Film Festival. 
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/pitch-it/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Development,Narrative,Financing,Features,Featured,Marketing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240203
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20240131T100131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T215326Z
UID:22908-1706832000-1706918399@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Episodic Shadowing
DESCRIPTION:Join Film Fatales online for an in-depth Episodic Television Directing Class led by prolific television director Bethany Rooney\, whose credits include more than 250 episodes of prime-time narrative shows\, most recently Law & Order\, Chicago PD\, Law & Order SVU\, The Rookie\, Criminal Minds Evolution\, and Chicago Med. \nEight emerging episodic directors were selected to participate live in this highly interactive class as virtual shadows including Alycia Cooper\, Elaine Del Valle\, Iram Parveen Bilal\, Julia Weisberg Cortés\, Kate Tsang\, Maya Table\, Nikki Taylor-Roberts\, and Stacie Hawkins. Filmmakers of all experience levels are invited to audit the class by reading the script\, observing the live class\, and watching the recording. \nLearn how to prep from a working TV director! Episodic directing is such a multi-layered job with unique scripts and visual styles\, including different staff\, cast and crew in every episode. In this interactive workshop\, you will explore ways to solidify your prep so that you can show up ready for success. Bethany will use a script from a recent episode of Network Television she has directed to walk you through scene blocking\, shot listing and more.  \nBethany co-created two of the industry’s leading diversity director training programs: Warner Bros. and the DGA Director Development Initiative. She co-wrote (with Mary Lou Belli) the industry’s preeminent directing craft textbook\, Directors Tell the Story\, which Rooney uses when she teaches the WB Access Craft Intensive and the NBC-Universal Launch program. \nWith support from event partners Black Film & TV Collective\, Chicana Directors Initiative\, Free the Work\, The Gotham\, Latino Filmmakers Network\, NYWIFT\, and Women In Film.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/episodic-shadowing/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Development,Narrative,Episodic,Directors
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240123
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20240123T064742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T205614Z
UID:20393-1705881600-1705967999@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:What Should I Do Right Now?
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining us for What Should I Do Right Now?\, a film festival in partnership with Film Fatales and A2C Entertainment at IFB Studios in Los Angeles to celebrate short films & foster a creative community. Any theme. Any format. Any filmmaker.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/what-should-i-do-right-now/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Shorts,Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20231006T153948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T212138Z
UID:7255-1696550400-1714521599@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Fix It In Prep 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join Film Fatales for an online workshop with celebrated writer and director Catherine Hardwicke as she discusses her journey from pre-production to final screening\, taking us through her detailed preparation process for her film and television projects emphasizing shot lists\, shooting diagrams\, and prepping action. Catherine’s directing credits include Prisoner’s Daughter\, Cabinet of Curiosities\, Mafia Mamma\, Twilight\, Miss Bala\, Lords of Dogtown\, and Thirteen. With support from event partners Ghetto Film School\, WIF\, Women Make Movies\, and Wrap Women.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/fix-it-in-prep-2023/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Development,Format,Narrative,Features,Pre-Production,Directors,Featured,Screenwriters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230708
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20230708T053140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T211832Z
UID:5567-1688688000-1688774399@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Do The Write Thing
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales caught up with successful writers Felicia Pride (Grey’s Anatomy)\, Jessica Sharzer (Nine Perfect Strangers)\, Peres Owino (African Queens: Njinga)\, and Rebecca Murga (Swagger) for a discussion about breaking into television writing. \nA career as a screenwriter is always a roller coaster\, especially now. How can aspiring writers build a viable career path to create their work\, sell their scripts\, and make a living? Hear from successful television writers and showrunners who broke into the industry through a diverse set of paths from adaptations to documentaries. They shine a light on their unique professional journeys and answer all your burning questions. How do you break into TV writing? What happens in a writers room? Where do you meet showrunners? How do you find representation? With support from event partners NYWIFT\, Stowe Story Labs\, The Writers Lab\, and WIF.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/do-the-write-thing/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Episodic,Featured,Screenwriters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230627
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20240123T045134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T210246Z
UID:20394-1687737600-1687823999@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Every Body Screening
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining Film Fatales and Focus Features for a special New York preview screening of Every Body directed by Film Fatales member Julie Cohen. \nEvery Body is a revelatory investigation of the lives of intersex people. The film tells the stories of three individuals who have moved from childhoods marked by shame\, secrecy\, and non-consensual surgeries to thriving adulthoods after each decided to set aside medical advice to keep their bodies a secret and instead came out as their authentic selves. Actor and screenwriter River Gallo (they/them)\, political consultant Alicia Roth Weigel (she/they)\, and Ph.D. student Sean Saifa Wall (he/him) are now leaders in a fast-growing global movement advocating for greater understanding of the intersex community and an end to unnecessary surgeries. Woven into the story is a stranger-than-fiction case of medical abuse\, featuring exclusive footage from the NBC News archives\, which helps explain the modern-day treatment of intersex people.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/every-body-screening/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20230617T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20230617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20230618T065203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T210343Z
UID:16975-1687024800-1687032000@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Tribeca Industry Cocktail
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales members gathered together for a Tribeca Industry Cocktail to celebrate all of the feature films directed by Film Fatales members premiering at the Tribeca Festival this year. \nOver a dozen Film Fatales members directed feature films that premiered at the 2023 Tribeca Festival including Alexandria Bombach (It’s Only Life After All)\, Chelsea Hernandez (Breaking The News)\, Gabriella A Moses (Boca Chica)\, Georden West (Playland)\, Heather Courtney (Breaking The News)\, Irene Lusztig (Richland)\, Isabel Bethencourt (Embodied)\, Jane M Wagner (Break the Game)\, Jennifer Esposito (Fresh Kills)\, Jennifer Reeder (Perpetrator)\, Jude Chehab (Q)\, Julie Cohen (Every Body)\, Katherine Propper (Lost Soulz)\, Lisa Cortés (The Space Race)\, Numa Perrier (The Perfect Find)\, Princess A Hairston (Breaking The News)\, and Stewart Thorndike (Bad Things).
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/tribeca-industry-cocktail-2023/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Narrative,Features,Directors,Festivals,Mixers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230520
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20230519T071104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T091745Z
UID:3587-1684454400-1684540799@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Finding Funding
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted an online discussion about Film Financing and Packaging for Scripted Feature Films with Apoorva Guru Charan (Producer\, Joyland)\, Mollye Asher (Producer\, Nomadland)\, and Tiffany Boyle (President\, Ramo Law). It was moderated by Film Fatales Member Ruth Du (Director\, Samson). \nFunding a Feature Film can be the hurdle that stops creators in their tracks. This panel of experts helped demystify the process of packaging and raising money for your scripted feature. They discuss all the different ways a film can secure funding to put you on the path to getting your film made. \nSupported by event partners Black Film Space\, BTTL\, Free the Work\, Ghetto Film School\, NALIP\, Stowe Story Labs\, The Gotham\, The Writer’s Lab\, WIF\, and Wrap Women.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/finding-funding/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Narrative,Financing,Features
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230422
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20230422T020008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240106T071528Z
UID:3169-1682035200-1682121599@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Shadowing
DESCRIPTION:Emmy award-winning television director Mary Lou Belli\, whose directing credits include True Lies\, Sweet Magnolias\, NCIS: New Orleans\, and The Ms. Pat Show\, joined Film Fatales for this in-depth Episodic Television Directing Class. Watch and learn how to prep from a working TV director! We explore casting\, location scouting\, script breakdown\, scene blocking\, and shot listing. Compare your work to an episode that has already aired and evaluate how your choices would be an alternative option or what you might change to make the work more “shootable.” \nEight emerging episodic directors participate live in this highly interactive class as virtual shadows\, including Afia Nathaniel\, Anna Sang Park\, Catherine Eaton\, Danielle Eliska\, Maya Washington\, Nicole Gomez Fisher\, Shari Carpenter\, and Yoruba Richen. Filmmakers of all experience levels can learn from watching – or rewatching! – this engaging webinar. \nWith support from event partners Film at Lincoln Center\, Ghetto Film School\, NYWIFT\, The Gotham\, and WrapWomen.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/virtual-shadowing/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Episodic,Directors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230327
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230328
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20230328T060800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T211854Z
UID:3766-1679875200-1679961599@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Transcendent Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales and Outfest Fusion hosted a live panel discussion about Authentic Storytelling. We heard from new voices in trans cinema including Fatales Forward fellows M.G. Evangelista (Burning Well) and Seyi Adebanjo (Ọya: Something Happened On The Way To West Africa!) as they discuss their filmmaking process and the power of storytelling as a tool for meaningful cultural change. Despite the increased visibility of trans characters on screen\, opportunities for gender-expansive directors behind the camera are virtually non-existent. By sidelining gender nonconforming voices\, Hollywood is actively contributing to the misrepresentation that leads directly to real-world violence. We need more gender-nonconforming storytellers behind the camera to ensure the authenticity of the stories being told. Moderated by Nava Mau. \nFatales Forward: Trans Stories is a trailblazing fellowship from Film Fatales created to uplift trans and gender diverse filmmakers by fostering an enduring collaborative community of creators. This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/transcendent-storytelling/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Development,Narrative,Activism,Directors,Equity,Featured
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230311
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20230310T101900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T212046Z
UID:20023-1678406400-1678492799@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:SXSW 2023
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining us for an in-person gathering supporting filmmakers of all marginalized genders and those interested in amplifying underrepresented voices in the industry to make connections and build their network. This was also an opportunity to hear from members of Film Fatales who directed feature films premiering at SXSW including Alexandria Bombach\, Amanda Mustard\, Dawn Porter\, Ella Glendining\, Jenny Mackenzie\, Jude Hope Harris\, Kit Zauhar\, Lagueria Davis\, Lina Lyte Plioplyte\, Lisa Cortés\, Liz Sargent\, Luchina Fisher\, Ondi Timoner\, Penny Lane\, Rachel Beth Anderson\, and Tracy Droz Tragos.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/sxsw-2023/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Features,Festivals,Mixers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230304
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20230613T084951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T134100Z
UID:3154-1677801600-1677887999@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Poetic Witness
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining Film Fatales for an online panel discussion about Documentary Development with accomplished filmmakers Dawn Porter (The Lady Bird Diaries)\, Iliana Sosa (What We Leave Behind)\, and Lagueria Davis (Black Barbie: A Documentary)—moderated by Half the Picture producer Jude Harris. \nDocumentary Films are vital to our understanding of the world. Their insight and perspective can open eyes and change hearts. Come hear from successful creators of impactful award-winning films as they discuss how they went from idea to conception. What does it take to make a compelling and truthful slice-of-life documentary\, and how do you get it seen? Walk with them through their journey and learn what it takes to break the mold. With support from event partners BGDM\, Chicana Directors Initiative\, Firelight Media\, The Gotham\, NYWIFT\, Women in Entertainment\, and Women Make Movies.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/poetic-witness/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221112
DTSTAMP:20260417T004151
CREATED:20231007T043439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T080235Z
UID:3084-1668124800-1668211199@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Demystifying Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Thanks for joining Film Fatales for a discussion about Demystifying Distribution with Avril Z. Speaks (Distribution Advocates)\, Dina Amer (You Resemble Me)\, and Sophia Fields (Gravitas Ventures). It was moderated by Alece Oxendine (Columbia University). \nOur panel of industry experts demystified film distribution and gave you an inside look at how producers\, sales agents\, and distributors work to get your films into the world. We heard about various paths toward distribution\, creative ways to sell your work\, and what the industry’s changing landscape means for independent filmmakers. With support from event partners Black Film Space\, NYWIFT\, Women Make Movies\, and WrapWomen.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/demystifying-distribution/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Narrative,Features,Distribution,Producers,Marketing
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