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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/
CATEGORIES:Narrative,Episodic,Directors
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240601
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
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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/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Development,Financing,Features,Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
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/
CATEGORIES:Narrative,Features,Funding,Panels
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240326T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240326T000000
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
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/
CATEGORIES:Activism,Features,Episodic,Directors,Equity,Mixers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240325
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20240409T200117Z
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/
CATEGORIES:Episodic,Directors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240322T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240430T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
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/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Development,Narrative,Financing,Features,Featured,Marketing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240203
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20240131T100131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T215326Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Development,Narrative,Episodic,Directors
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240123
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20240123T064742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T205614Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Shorts,Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20231006T153948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T212138Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Development,Format,Narrative,Features,Pre-Production,Directors,Featured,Screenwriters
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230708
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20230708T053140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T211832Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Episodic,Featured,Screenwriters
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230627
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20240123T045134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T210246Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Activism
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20230617T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20230617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20230618T065203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T210343Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Narrative,Features,Directors,Festivals,Mixers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230520
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20230519T071104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T091745Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Narrative,Financing,Features
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230422
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20230422T020008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240106T071528Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Episodic,Directors
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230327
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230328
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20230328T060800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T211854Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Development,Narrative,Activism,Directors,Equity,Featured
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230311
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20230310T101900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T212046Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Features,Festivals,Mixers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230304
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20230613T084951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T134100Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221112
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20231007T043439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T080235Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Narrative,Features,Distribution,Producers,Marketing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220828
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T144222Z
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SUMMARY:Ready Set Prep
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted a hands-on workshop with celebrated writer/director Catherine Hardwicke in which she discusses her journey from pre-production to final screening in this Master Class presentation. Ready Set Prep details her preparation process for film and television projects with clips\, storyboards\, shot lists\, rehearsal practices\, drawings\, and more! You’ll leave with the tools to set yourself up for success on your next project. Catherine’s directing credits include Cabinet of Curiosities\, Mafia Mamma\, Twilight\, Miss Bala\, Lords of Dogtown\, and Thirteen.  With support from community partners Film Independent\, Film at Lincoln Center\, Ghetto Film School\, The Cherry Picks\, The Jane Club\, and WrapWomen.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/ready-set-prep/
CATEGORIES:Narrative,Features,Pre-Production,Directors
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220813
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20240123T092212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T203305Z
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SUMMARY:Documenting Together
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining Film Fatales online for a filmmaker mixer in partnership with DOC NYC! Were you excited to share details about your latest passion project? Did you miss the company of like-minded artists? This was the perfect event for you! We began with a group “getting to know you” exercise facilitated by the founder of Film Fatales Leah Meyerhoff and DOC NYC Director of Industry and Education Malikkah Rollins\, before dividing up into smaller discussion circles for meaningful conversations based on a series of guided prompts. Co-hosted by Film Fatales members CJ Russo (Lady Buds)\, Dami Rock (Malcolm’s Echo)\, Leila Jarman (Voice of the Valley)\, and Renée Wilson (Crepe Covered Sidewalks)
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/documenting-together/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Mixers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220625
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20220625T043122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T214552Z
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SUMMARY:Summer of Rage
DESCRIPTION:We held a discussion about Reproductive Justice on Film with Cynthia Lowen (Battleground)\, Emma Pildes (The Janes)\, Tracy Droz Tragos (Abortion: Stories Women Tell)\, and Angela Tucker (Belly of the Beast). \nWith so many fundamental human rights currently under attack in this country\, we’re gathering to listen\, learn\, and take action. Our conversation was with documentary filmmakers on the front lines of Reproductive Justice in the United States. We heard what they’ve seen\, what they’ve learned\, how they feel about the current situation\, and what they\, and we\, as artists\, can do now. And why we must continue to tell these stories. \nWe will continue to hold space for you all to work toward a more accessible and equitable society collectively. With support from community partners\, Women Make Movies\, New York Women in Film and Television\, BVAC Media\, and rePro Film.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/summer-of-rage/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Activism
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220615
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20240129T070508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T215144Z
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SUMMARY:Tribeca Industry Cocktails 2022
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining Film Fatales for an in person cocktail hour at Tribeca! \nFilm Fatales and Tribeca Studios joined together for an Industry Cocktails to celebrate all of the films directed by Film Fatales members premiering at the Tribeca Festival. This private event was open to Film Fatales members and festival badge holders only. \nThe evolution of Film Fatales has resulted in a veritable force at the 2022 Tribeca Festival\, where over a dozen members have directed feature films premiering this year. These include the narrative features Our Father The Devil directed by Ellie Foumbi\, We Might As Well be Dead directed by Natalia Sinelnikova\, Subject directed by Jennifer Tiexiera and Camilla Hall\, and documentaries Battleground directed by Cynthia Lowen\, Body Parts directed by Kristy Guevara-Flanagan\, Halftime directed by Amanda Micheli\, To the End directed by Rachel Lears\, Lowndes County and the Road to Black Power co-directed by Geeta Gandbhir\, Unfinished Business directed by Alison Klayman\, The Rebellious Life of Mrs Rosa Parks co-directed by Yoruba Richen\, Naked Gardens co-directed by Ivete Lucas\, The Cave of Adullam directed by Laura Checkoway\, and My Name is Andrea directed by Pratibha Parmar. Additional Film Fatales members have directed short form content at the festival including Hallelujah co-directed by Dayna Goldfine\, John Leguizamo Live at Rikers co-directed by Abigail Fuller\, Paint & Pitchfork directed by Christine Turner\, and The Originals co-directed by Cristina Constantini.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/tribeca-industry-cocktails-2022/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Narrative,Features,Directors,Festivals,Mixers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220605
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20240129T072221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T215305Z
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SUMMARY:NYC Summer Picnic in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining our Film Fatales social mixer! \nBYOP – bring your own picnic! Excited to reconnect with old and new friends? Ready to shoot the summer breeze with other filmmakers? This was the perfect event for you to join us in person for a summer picnic in Central Park for Documentary Filmmakers of all marginalized genders! We came out for some fun in the sun: eat\, drink\, network\, and continue building our independent filmmaker community. This event was co-hosted by DOC NYC\, Film Fatales\, Brown Girls Doc Mafia\, Pano Network\, Maysles Documentary Center\, and Women Make Movies. Thanks for coming! \nWe invited all participants to fill out a Skill Share Form in advance to build deeper connections. This in-person event was by invitation only. Only members and guests of participating organizations were invited to attend.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/nyc-summer-picnic-in-the-park/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Mixers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220430
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20220429T170038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240310T195131Z
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SUMMARY:Episodic Television Prep
DESCRIPTION:Rewatch Film Fatales’ panel discussion about Episodic Television Prep with directors Christine Swanson\, Valerie Weiss\, and Bola Ogun! We heard from prolific episodic television directors as they discussed what it takes to prep before day one of shooting. What happens in a tone meeting? How do you communicate with actors before you get on set? How do you prepare to helm an episode of a popular show? What is it like being a “guest” on set? How can you use this opportunity to create a more inclusive\, collaborative and mindful workplace? \nEvent supported by community partners The Black TV & Film Collective\, Ghetto Film School\, and Minorities in Film.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/episodic-television-prep/
CATEGORIES:Development,Episodic,Directors
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220326
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20220326T052230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240204T062042Z
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SUMMARY:Documentary Development
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales joined DocLands and DOC NYC for a panel discussion about Documentary Development with Daresha Kyi (Mama Bears) and Iliana Sosa (What We Leave Behind)\, moderated by Kristy Guevara-Flanagan (Águilas). \nRewatch to listen to documentary filmmakers straight off their SXSW premiers discuss their creative and practical processes for developing documentary features. How do you choose a compelling subject and see it through with authenticity\, creativity\, and sensitivity? Where do you find funding and how do you build trust with your subjects and audience? How do we address implicit and explicit biases and make efforts to decolonize docs? We learned how to take action on our inspirations from these accomplished artists.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/documentary-development/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Development,Activism
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220315
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20240204T064832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T215511Z
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SUMMARY:SXSW Mixer 2022
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining us for an in-person gathering in support of 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 have directed feature films premiering at SXSW including: Paula Eiselt (Aftershock)\, Sara Dosa (Fire of Love)\, Julie Cohen and Betsy West (Gabby Giffords Won’t Back Down)\, Daresha Kyi (Mama Bears)\, Maureen Bharoocha (The Prank) and many more! This event was open to all festival badge holders.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/sxsw-mixer-2022/
CATEGORIES:Features,Directors,Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220226
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20220226T042147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T093258Z
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SUMMARY:Narrative Development
DESCRIPTION:Rewatch Film Fatales deep dive discussion into narrative feature development with writer/directors Anna Sang Park (The Cho Stories)\, Chanel Monet James (As of Yet)\, Charneice Fox (Love Dot Com)\, and Kat Coiro (Marry Me). \nWhen creating scripted content\, the process doesn’t start on the first day of production. It begins with the smallest seeds of inspiration\, which must be nurtured and guided to grow into complex and compelling stories. In this recording\, seasoned filmmakers share their tools for creating an effective script\, from brainstorming to story mapping to character development and world building\, with an eye toward social responsibility in storytelling.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/narrative-development-2/
CATEGORIES:Development,Narrative,Features,Directors,Screenwriters
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220129
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20220128T130040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T215407Z
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SUMMARY:A Reel Story
DESCRIPTION:In this Film Fatales panel and mixer\, host Akua Gyamfi (British Blacklist) chats with Moroccan-American documentary filmmaker Rita Baghdadi (Sirens) and two time Sundance Grand Jury Prize winner Ondi Timoner (Last Flight Home) about the art of telling underrepresented stories for the screen.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/a-reel-story/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Members,Activism,Panels
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220122
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20220121T083607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T214218Z
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SUMMARY:Framing Agnes
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining Film Fatales and BFFoundation for a discussion with the creative team behind Framing Agnes fresh off their Sundance premiere. Speakers include director Chase Joynt\, (cinematographer) Aubree Bernier-Clarke\, (participant) Jules Gill-Peterson\, (writer) Morgan M. Page\, and Samantha Curley (producer). Moderated by programmer Stephanie Owens. \nIn 1958\, a young trans woman named Agnes entered a study about sex disorders at UCLA to get the gender-affirming care she needed\, by any means necessary. Her story was long considered to be exceptional until never-before-seen case files of other patients were found in 2017. Directed by Chase Joynt (No Ordinary Man) and featuring an all-star cast of transgender artists and actors\, Framing Agnes uses re-enactment and genre-blurring storytelling techniques to breathe new life into previously unknown people who redefined gender in the midcentury. Featuring Angelica Ross\, Jen Richards\, Zackary Drucker\, Silas Howard\, Max Wolf Valerio\, and Stephen Ira.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/framing-agnes/
CATEGORIES:Narrative,Cinematographers,Activism,Festivals,Producers,Programmers,Screenwriters
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220116
DTSTAMP:20260417T022425
CREATED:20220116T104750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T212440Z
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SUMMARY:Americanish
DESCRIPTION:Thanks for joining Film Fatales at the Cinematters: NY Social Justice Film Festival for a virtual screening of Americanish directed by Film Fatales member Iman Zawahry\, followed by a panel discussion. \nA twist on the traditional romantic comedy\, Americanish highlights layers of womanhood as intersecting with cultural expectations. In Jackson Heights\, Queens\, two sisters and their newly-immigrated cousin must navigate the demands of romance\, culture\, work\, and family. The panel conversation focused on issues of authentic authorship\, immigration\, and identity. Speakers include the film’s director Iman Zawahry\, producer Roy Wol\, producer and actor Aizzah Fatima\, and Dalia Fahmy from the Islamic Scholarship Fund. Moderated by Ramy writer and producer Dr. Maytha Alhassen.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/americanish/
CATEGORIES:Narrative,Directors
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