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SUMMARY:Lights Camera Money Members
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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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SUMMARY:Pitch It Members
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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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SUMMARY:Episodic Shadowing Members
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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240113
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SUMMARY:Consider This Members
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining Film Fatales for an online discussion about how to launch a successful awards campaign with limited resources. \nWe heard from filmmakers who have produced feature films that have been nominated for Spirit Awards\, Gotham Awards\, and Academy Awards. Panelists included producers Elizabeth Woodward (SXSW winning Another Body)\, and Nikkia Moulterie (Gotham and Spirit nominated Nanny). Moderated by Film Fatales member Liz Sargent (Take Me Home). \nAwards matter in raising the visibility of films for a mainstream audience\, introducing new cultural perspectives\, and elevating films seeking distribution. In the past 95 years\, only three women have won an Oscar for Best Director and only seven have been nominated. As Variety recently reported\, “Every year\, the race for the Oscar gets more expensive and less inclusive.” Campaigns for Spirit Awards and Gotham Awards are similarly challenging. Filmmakers must figure out how to independently cover their marketing costs and get their films seen by voters and audiences alike. We learned the nuts and bolts of what it takes to run an independent awards campaign in this round table conversation. \nWith support from event partners Pano Network\, The Gotham\, and NYWIFT. Thank you for coming!
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/consider-this-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231104
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SUMMARY:Think Outside the Box Office Members
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining Film Fatales for an online distribution and marketing workshop with 8 Above founder Jon Reiss\, a sought-after speaker\, moderator\, and workshop leader for IFP\, IDFA\, IDA\, Hot Docs\, FIND\, Scottish Documentary Institute\, and many more organizations all over the world. Every film is unique and with unique audiences\, opportunities and challenges. Every filmmaking team has their own goals\, resources and skills. Jon walked through some ways to create a unique pathway to get your film into the world and connect with your audience. \nJon also reviewed case studies from Film Fatales members Jasmín López (Silent Beauty)\, Ivey Camille Manybeads Tso (Powerlands)\, Nana Ghana (You Are Always Right Here)\, and Ruth Du (Samson). Moderated by Jennifer Takaki. \nWith support from event partners The Gotham\, International Documentary Association\, Pano Network\, and Minorities in Film.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/think-outside-the-box-office-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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SUMMARY:Fatales Forward Showcase Members
DESCRIPTION:Thanks for joining Film Fatales for an online showcase with the fellows from the Fatales Forward mentorship program: Brit Fryer\, Raven Two Feathers\, Rey Tang\, Silvia Del Carmen Castaños\, and Ryan Rox. Moderated by Nava Mau. \nWith support from the NEA\, Fatales Forward is an innovative fellowship for emerging filmmakers working on their debut or sophomore 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. \nThe Fatales Forward Fellowship was launched when trans visibility in the media was at an all time high and representation behind the camera was almost non-existent. As we all know\, the situation is even more dire today. We need to move beyond visibility towards true acceptance and celebration. That journey begins with authentic authorship and trans and nonbinary creators telling our own stories. We hope to create pockets of joy and creativity through our work together and look forward to celebrating this year’s fellows as they move boldly forward into the future.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/fatales-forward-showcase-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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SUMMARY:Fix It In Prep 2023 Members
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted an online workshop with celebrated writer and director Catherine Hardwicke as she discussed 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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231001
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SUMMARY:The Whole Truth Members
DESCRIPTION:This online legal workshop was held with prolific Entertainment Lawyers Erika Easter (eMinutes)\, Erika Canchola (Ramo Law)\, Nina Ameri (Ameri Law)\, and Stacey A. Davis (The Law Firm of Stacey A. Davis). \nExperts in Entertainment Law answered your questions as they spilled the tea about legal services for filmmakers from inception to distribution. They discussed everything from advising on tax incentives\, film financing\, and contract drafting to negotiations\, protecting intellectual property\, and making influential connections. They offered advice on how to create and maintain relationships with the right firms and all the other complexities involved in entertainment law. With support from community partners Chicana Director’s Initiative\, Divas With Disabilities Project\, and Latino Filmmakers Network.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/the-whole-truth-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230909
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
CREATED:20240225T023538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T210027Z
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SUMMARY:Fest and Furious Members
DESCRIPTION:Revisit this Film Fatales online workshop about Maximizing your Film Festival Strategy led by Kathy Susca and Jeffrey Winter from The Film Collaborative. Moderated by Lagueria Davis (Director/Producer\, Black Barbie: A Documentary). Film festivals can be elusive and confounding. They are also opportunities to advance your career\, grow your network and expand your audience. But how does it all work? Join this webinar with Film Fatales and The Film Collaborative to  receive answers to all your burning questions\, such as: Which festival is the right fit for your film? How do you get your project to stand out to programmers? Once you get into a festival how do you create buzz about your project? What are useful techniques for getting your film in front of sales agents and distributors? We’ll cover all this and more to help you curate a strategy for your film to find success on the festival circuit. Three audience members were invited to share their current projects to be used as a case study for live feedback during the webinar. With support from event partners The Film Collaborative\, Ghetto Film School\, Minorities in Film\, Portrait Creative Network\, and NYWIFT.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/fest-and-furious-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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SUMMARY:Meet the Managers Members
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an online panel discussion about How to Find Representation with managers Adesuwa McCalla (MetaMorphic Entertainment)\, Krista Sipp (Heroes and Villains Entertainment)\, and Rose Zhang (Aaron Kogan Management). Moderated by Christina Campagnola (GRLBND Management) with support from event partners Chicana Directors Initiative\, NALIP\, and Untitled Ladies Script Club. \nFinding representation is one of the hardest hurdles in the career of a creative. This panel of experienced managers will discuss how they find and work with talent. What is the best way to reach out to potential representation? What materials should you package to make the best impression? What goes on during an initial meeting and how do you know if it’s the right fit. \nFour audience members were invited to join the managers live for brief general meetings. In solidarity with the current strikes\, all participants were asked to refrain from pitching or promoting their projects in any way.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/meet-the-managers-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230708
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
CREATED:20240222T201239Z
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SUMMARY:Do The Write Thing Members
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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230520
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
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SUMMARY:Finding Funding Members
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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230425
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
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SUMMARY:Creative Regeneration Members
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales members participated in an interactive Creative Regeneration workshop led by Bristol Baughan and Daniela De Carlo. This experience was a way to gain insight and inspiration in our creative lives. We discussed ways to focus our energies to avoid burnout and maximize creativity.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/creative-regeneration-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230422
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
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SUMMARY:Virtual Shadowing Members
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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230408
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
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SUMMARY:Creating Safer Sets Members
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales members held an online workshop about Creating Safer and Supported Sets with Dr. Annalise Ophelian\, N. Jasmine Johnson\, Heather María Ács\, and Olivia Troy from Reps on Set\, a BIWOC-led consulting firm specializing in intimate storytelling\, cultural coordination\, and on-set mental health services. Moderated by Body Parts director Kristy Guevara-Flanagan. Co-presented by Level Forward. \nThe webinar answers questions like: how can directors get the most out of working with an intimacy coordinator? How do you tell stories about marginalized communities authentically? When is it appropriate to bring a therapist to set? You’ll learn about the role of intimacy coordinators (including how to hire and work with them)\, the importance of cultural coordination in storytelling and set dynamics\, and how mental health providers can support the well-being of your cast and crew. Watch the recording and learn from industry experts and improve the safety and well-being of your cast and crew!
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/creating-safer-sets-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230327
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230328
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
CREATED:20240311T214847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T211642Z
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SUMMARY:Transcendent Storytelling Members
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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230304
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T212110Z
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SUMMARY:Poetic Witness Members
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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230204
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
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SUMMARY:Presentation is Everything Members
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales held an online workshop about Making Pitch Decks That Hook with filmmaker Jenny Deller (writer-director\, Future Weather and producer\, Claire in Motion)—moderated by Film Fatales member Sekiya Dorsett (director\, Stonewall 50). \nIn this workshop\, filmmaker and designer Jenny Deller walked us through five simple steps to help you pre-visualize and pitch your film\, music video\, or TV series. We learned the latest ideas to help 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 this spring. 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. With support from event partners The Big Apple Film Festival\, NYWIFT\, PANO\, Seed&Spark\, and NFMLA.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/presentation-is-everything-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230107
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
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SUMMARY:For Your Consideration Members
DESCRIPTION:For Your Consideration highlights Gotham Award-winning and Spirit Award-nominated director Antoneta Alamat Kusijanović (Murina)\, Oscar-nominated director Rintu Thomas (Writing With Fire)\, and Spirit Award-winning and Gotham-nominated producer Mynette Louie (I Carry You With Me). Moderated by Film Fatales member Luchina Fisher (Mama Gloria). \nAwards matter in raising the visibility of films for a mainstream audience\, introducing new cultural perspectives\, and ultimately shaping the world in which we live. In the past 94 years\, only three women have won an Oscar for Best Director\, and only seven have been nominated. Hear from filmmakers who have directed or produced feature films nominated for\, or won\, Spirit Awards\, Gotham Awards\, and Academy Awards. Dive into what it takes to launch a successful awards campaign with limited resources. With support from event partners The Gotham\, Ghetto Film School\, HUSSLUP\, PANO\, and WrapWomen.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/for-your-consideration-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221112
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
CREATED:20240228T182631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T213237Z
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SUMMARY:Demystifying Distribution Members
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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221029
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
CREATED:20240303T220016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T214642Z
UID:25157-1666915200-1667001599@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:The Future of Film Festivals Members
DESCRIPTION:An online discussion about the ins and outs of Film Festival Programming with head programmers Celeste Wong (Mill Valley Film Festival)\, Faridah Gbadamosi (Tribeca Film Festival)\, and Lily Yasuda (Slamdance). Moderated by Kareema Bee (Cinematters Film Festival). \nGet the inside scoop as prolific festival programmers talk about the latest trends on the festival circuit. They will discuss how their film festivals curate their lineups\, how each decision maker approaches their selection process\, recommendations for filmmakers submitting to competitions\, and how the programming landscape continues to evolve. With support from community partners CherryPicks\, Film Festival Alliance\, Film Independent\, Free the Work\, Ghetto Film School\, Seed & Spark\, and WIF.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/the-future-of-film-festivals-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220828
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
CREATED:20240306T144702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T214808Z
UID:25224-1661558400-1661644799@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Ready Set Prep Members
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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220730
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
CREATED:20240304T160424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T214834Z
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SUMMARY:Money Matters Members
DESCRIPTION:We held a discussion about Fundraising for Independent Film with Mynette Louie (Producer\, The Population)\, Tamir Muhammad (Founder\, Populace)\, and Viviana Zarragoitia (VP\, Three Point Capital). Moderated by Film Fatales member Fanny Grande (CEO\, Avenida). Constantly searching for funding is one of the most challenging aspects of creating a film. In this event\, you heard from highly successful film producers and investors who discussed how they have found financing for their films. We demystified the process and answered your burning questions about how to find the money for your projects with support from community partners WIP\, NALIP\, Pano\, and The Gotham.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/money-matters-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220625
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
CREATED:20240307T214705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T215042Z
UID:25264-1656028800-1656115199@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Summer of Rage Members
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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220528
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
CREATED:20240304T162520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T215333Z
UID:25175-1653609600-1653695999@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:The Write Stuff Members
DESCRIPTION:Revisit a Film Fatales panel discussion about The Art of Screenwriting with writer/directors Jessica Sharzer (A Simple Favor)\, Laurie Collyer (Sherrybaby)\, Mora Stephens (Zipper)\, and moderated by Jamie Burton-Oare (African/American). Hear from heavy hitting screenwriters as they discuss what it takes to write a successful script. Where do they find inspiration\, how do they discover and maintain their creative voice\, what tools and routines help them to get over the finish line\, how do they give and get feedback\, how do they get their scripts into the right hands\, and much much more! With support from community partners Breaking Through The Lens\, New Filmmakers LA\, Stowe Story Labs\, The Jane Club\, and The Writers Lab.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/the-write-stuff-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220430
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
CREATED:20240310T195301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T215408Z
UID:25318-1651190400-1651276799@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Episodic Television Prep Members
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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220326
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
CREATED:20240306T143657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T215449Z
UID:25218-1648166400-1648252799@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Documentary Development Members
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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220226
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
CREATED:20240306T144957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T215556Z
UID:25226-1645747200-1645833599@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Narrative Development Members
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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220129
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
CREATED:20240307T214914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T215724Z
UID:25268-1643328000-1643414399@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:A Reel Story Members
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-members/
CATEGORIES:Members
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220129
DTSTAMP:20260525T025002
CREATED:20220128T130040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T215407Z
UID:4709-1643328000-1643414399@filmfatales.org
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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