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). When creating scripted content, the process doesn’t start on the first day of production. It begins with the smallest seeds of … Continued
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: … Continued
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). Rewatch to listen to documentary filmmakers straight off their SXSW premiers discuss their creative and practical processes for developing documentary features. How do you … Continued
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 … Continued
Thank you for joining our Film Fatales social mixer! BYOP - 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 … Continued
Thank you for joining Film Fatales for an in person cocktail hour at Tribeca! Film 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. … Continued
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). With so many fundamental human rights currently under attack in this country, we’re gathering to listen, learn, and take action. Our conversation was with … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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). Our panel of industry experts demystified film distribution and gave you an inside look at how producers, sales agents, and … Continued
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. Documentary Films are vital to our understanding of the world. Their insight … Continued
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 … Continued
