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Revisit a Film Fatales discussion about expanding a short into a feature film with Film Fatales members Cidney Hue (Ovum), Deb Shoval (AWOL), Erin Vassilopoulos (Superior), and Sonejuhi Sinha (Stray Dolls). This round table discussion amplifies creative voices who have used their short films to support their feature work. Directors discuss how to use a … Continued

Revisit this interactive Directing Actors workshop with Judith Weston moderated by Film Fatales member Daniela De Carlo (The Blackout). For many filmmakers, collaborating with actors is the last frontier—the scariest part and the part they long for—the human part, the place where connection happens. Come witness legendary acting and directing coach, Judith Weston, school us … Continued

Thank you for joining us for a discussion about Directing Episodic Television with Film Fatales members Lisa France (Queen Sugar, Roll With Me) and Neema Barnette (Genius, Black Lightning, Jane the Virgin). In this inspiring discussion, accomplished episodic television directors and producing directors will share their unique journeys to the small screen and illuminate the … Continued

Thank you for joining Film Fatales for a discussion about Directing TV Movies with Marianne Wunch (Executive Producer, Evil Stepmom), Ricki Maslar (Casting Director, Deadly Misconduct), and Taylor Harris (Script Supervisor, Wicked Moms Club). Moderated by Film Fatales member Tamar Halpern (Director, Sinfidelity). We heard a panel of experts illuminate the pros and cons of … Continued

Thank you for joining Film Fatales for a discussion about the Language of Light with cinematographers Nancy Schreiber (P-Valley), Rose Bush (Colette), and Vatsala Goel (Aggie). Moderated by Film Fatales member Chithra Jeyaram (Foreign Puzzle). We heard from working cinematographers who are forging a path with their uniquely creative visions. We learned where they find … Continued

Thank you for joining Film Fatales for a discussion about Writing for Television with C.A. Johnson (Filthy Rich), Dr. David Renaud (The Good Doctor), and Marilyn Fu (The Baxters). Moderated by Film Fatales member Jenna Laurenzo (Lez Bomb). This round table conversation with episodic television writers explored their creative process and how they are making … Continued

We held a discussion about Queer Love Stories with Film Fatales members Marion Hill (Ma Belle, My Beauty), Mari Walker (See You Then), and Natalia Leite (Bare). The Queer Cinema movement has been politically and aesthetically innovative, growing to include an entire generation of queer artists, filmmakers, and activists. What does this look like in … Continued

Film Fatales held a discussion about filming in conflict zones with documentary filmmakers Amber Fares (Speed Sisters), Elizabeth Mirzaei (3 Songs for Benazir), and Sedika Mojadidi (Facing the Dragon) as they share advice on the strategies, logistics and hazards of filming in daunting locations. How do they make authentic films that resonate with the wider … Continued

Is all money created equal? When is the right (and wrong) time to apply for grant funding? How do investors work? We held an informal fireside chat about film financing with Tribeca Film Institute’s former Director of Scripted Programs Bryce Norbitz and filmmaker Dyana Winkler where no question is off limits as we look honestly … Continued

Thank you for joining Film Fatales and WIF for a case study on adaptation with the creative minds behind the hit Netflix show Shadow and Bone. We'll explore the steps of translating a written work to the screen with Series Writer Leigh Bardugo, Producer Christina Strain, and Executive Producer Shelley Meals. Moderated by Film Fatales … Continued

Rewatch this panel discussion about inclusive casting with casting consultant Ava Rigelhaupt (Two Countries), filmmaker Alaa Zabara (Salahy) and talent agent Gail Williamson (KMR Talent). Moderated by Film Fatales member Khadifa Wong (Uprooted: The Journey of Jazz Dance). The question of who should tell stories of marginalized and underrepresented voices has been much discussed, sometimes … Continued