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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220226
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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:20220115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220116
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211211
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T094605Z
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SUMMARY:Through the Lens
DESCRIPTION:Thanks for joining Film Fatales for a discussion about Acting in Your Own Film with multi-hyphenate creators Erica Fae (To Keep The Light)\, Rain Valdez (Razor Tongue\, Lit Girl)\, Tamara Bass (Baby Boy\, If Not Now\, When?)\, and Sujata Day (Insecure\, Definition Please). \nFor many filmmakers\, directing themselves is the scariest and most daunting part of a project. In this session\, we learned from four multi-hyphenate creators about how to direct your own film or television episode while also acting in it. What does it mean to juggle wearing different hats on the same project? This round table discussion offered real world advice for navigating working on both sides of the camera.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/through-the-lens/
CATEGORIES:Actors,Directors
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211204
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20211204T030754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240324T163339Z
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SUMMARY:Show Me the Money
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining Film Fatales for a grant-writing workshop with the creative team behind 93Queen. \nDirector/Producer Paula Eiselt and Producer Heidi Reinberg offered real-talk\, straight-up advice for navigating the documentary-funding landscape — including grants\, equity financing and co-productions. \n93QUEEN is the ITVS / arte SWR/ YesDocu co-production that received funding from all the major funders including Sundance\, Tribeca\, IDA\, Open Society | Just Films\, Fork Films\, NYSCA\, and the Hartley Film Foundation.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/show-me-the-money/
CATEGORIES:Financing,Directors,Producers,Funding
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211113
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20211112T160142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T164921Z
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SUMMARY:The Path Forward
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales members Diane Fraher (The Heart Stays)\, Geeta Malik (India Sweets and Spices)\, Nancy Kates (Regarding Susan Sontag) and Saila Kariat (The Valley) lead this engaging discussion on directing your second feature. \nMany filmmakers find that\, even with the wealth of knowledge they have acquired in the process of realizing their first feature\, the second one is even more challenging. These experienced filmmakers explore the inspiration and obstacles they faced in making their second feature and discuss key issues such as figuring out which project to pursue\, finding funding\, getting talent\, and bridging the often large time gap between your first and second feature. Watch and consider what your own path forward might be!
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/the-path-forward/
CATEGORIES:Features,Directors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210926
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20240318T222820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T162236Z
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SUMMARY:Bring Your Own Producer
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales\, Latino Filmmakers Network\, and Chicana Director’s Initiative collaborated on a panel discussion and networking mixer for filmmakers of all backgrounds.\nWe began with a panel discussion with producers Candy Ibarra (Forward Motion Entertainment)\, Gabriela Gonzalez (Words Unspoken)\, Maylen Calienes (The Three Bilinguals)\, Miguel Ferrer (Multi Studios)\, and Sandra Varona (Shine) moderated by Eileen Faxas. Afterwards\, we divided up into smaller discussion circles for intimate conversations based on a series of guided prompts.\nThank you for joining us to hear from seasoned producers about what they do\, how they do it\, and what they’re looking for. We mixed and mingled with other directors and producers to spark connections that will turn into meaningful creative relationships. \nThank you for joining us!
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/bring-your-own-producer/
CATEGORIES:Directors,Producers,Mixers,Panels
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210904
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20210904T000003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T234459Z
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SUMMARY:On the Front Lines
DESCRIPTION: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 world? What is it like to work in a conflict zone\, both technically and emotionally? How do they keep their stories intimate and their subjects safe? How can films shift culture and create tangible and lasting change?
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/on-the-front-lines/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Activism,Directors,Production
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210717
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20210716T132923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T211113Z
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SUMMARY:On the Small Screen
DESCRIPTION: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). \nIn this inspiring discussion\, accomplished episodic television directors and producing directors will share their unique journeys to the small screen and illuminate the many stages of television production\, including how to break into television and tips for building a sustainable career. How do you build rapport with actors? How do you serve appropriately as a “guest” on a set while bringing your style to the table? What is it like to step into a popular show? What can we do to create more equity and humanity in this fast-moving environment?
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/on-the-small-screen/
CATEGORIES:Episodic,Directors,Producers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210710
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20210710T011413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T183545Z
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SUMMARY:Director's Intuition
DESCRIPTION: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 on the challenges of the actor-director relationship\, the pitfalls of “result direction”\, how to break down a script\, how to prepare for casting sessions\, and when\, how\, or whether to rehearse. Judith’s students have included Alejandro G. Iñárritu\, (The Revenant\, Birdman) Ava DuVernay\, (When They See Us\, Selma)\, Taika Waititi (Jojo Rabbit\, Thor: Ragnarok) and Hanelle Culpepper (Star Trek Picard\, The Flash).
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/directors-intuition/
CATEGORIES:Directors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210619
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20210619T045352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T001637Z
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SUMMARY:From Shorts to Features
DESCRIPTION: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). \nThis round table discussion amplifies creative voices who have used their short films to support their feature work. Directors discuss how to use a short film as a “calling card” to find funding for the feature and build a creative team. We also address the logistical and creative challenges of expanding a short into longer form content. Do you write the feature first and shoot the first act? Do you write the short script and then expand? Learn how to take your short form content to the next level from filmmakers who have been there before.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/from-shorts-to-features/
CATEGORIES:Development,Directors,Shorts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20210528T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20210528T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20240110T080604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240427T215044Z
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SUMMARY:Music on Film Social Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales and The Alliance for Women Film Composers members joined together for a private networking mixer for directors and composers. \nWe began with a group “getting to know you” exercise facilitated by Composer Catherine Joy\, President of the Alliance for Women Film Composers\, Leah Meyerhoff\, founder of Film Fatales\, and Composer Starr Parodi\, board member and former president of Alliance for Women Film Composers\, before dividing up into smaller discussion circles for meaningful conversations based on a series of guided prompts.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/music-on-film-social-mixer/
CATEGORIES:Directors,Mixers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210522
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20210521T133010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T170352Z
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SUMMARY:Thinking Outside the Box
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted a discussion about episodic television directors Jennifer Arnold (Younger)\, Jennifer Phang (Resident Alien)\, Kelly Park (Punky Brewster)\, and Ro Haber (Pride). \nThis dynamic discussion with working episodic television directors covered prep\, production and post in a fast-paced environment; what happens in a tone meeting; how to communicate with actors on set; and each speaker’s unique career path. How do you break into directing television? How do you prepare to helm an episode of a popular show? What is it like being a “guest” on set? As productions resume and we return to set\, can we also use this opportunity to create a more inclusive\, humane and thoughtful work place?
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/thinking-outside-the-box/
CATEGORIES:Episodic,Directors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210514T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210514T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20240415T165920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T163742Z
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SUMMARY:Fix It In Prep 2021
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining Film Fatales for an interactive workshop with writer/director Catherine Hardwicke (Twilight\, Miss Bala\, Lords of Dogtown\, Thirteen) \nCelebrated writer and director Catherine Hardwicke discussed her journey from pre-production to final screening in her MasterClass presentation. Fix It In Prep detailed her preparation process for film and television projects with clips\, storyboards\, shot lists\, rehearsal practices\, drawings\, and more. \nThis event was open to the public and accessible with live captioning. Thank you for joining us!
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/fix-it-in-prep-2021/
CATEGORIES:Development,Directors,Screenwriters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210410
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20210410T000054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T142900Z
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SUMMARY:Breaking the Mold
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining us for a discussion about experimental filmmaking techniques and bold stylistic choices with Film Fatales members Emily Cohen Ibañez (Fruits of Labor)\, Mariah Garnett (Trouble)\, Olivia Peace (Tahara)\, and Penny Lane (Hail Satan?). \nWe heard from filmmakers forging a path with their uniquely creative voices\, learned where they find inspiration\, how they cultivate their style\, and how they maintain it in the fast-paced and ever-changing landscape of the film industry. Do bold choices help you stand out or are they something you have to fight to hold onto? How do you maintain your artistic integrity? How do you choose which aesthetic compromises to make?
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/breaking-the-mold/
CATEGORIES:Cinematographers,Directors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210320
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20210319T170047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T200812Z
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SUMMARY:The Creative Spark
DESCRIPTION:Revisit a round table discussion about maintaining your Creative Spark while releasing a film during a pandemic with Film Fatales members Anna Kerrigan (Cowboys)\, Christina Faith (Love You Right)\, Daniela De Carlo (The Blackout)\, and Jessie Barr (Sophie Jones). \nListen in as filmmakers discuss their individual journeys from project development through distribution. Where do you find inspiration? How do you keep your creative voice alive throughout? What strategies help you push through to the finish line? How does the creative process vary from the writing stage to production and post? What are the techniques for building audiences in Virtual Cinemas? Hear from four accomplished Writers and Directors who have recently released their feature films about the trials and tribulations it took to get where they are today.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/the-creative-spark/
CATEGORIES:Development,Directors,Screenwriters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210313
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20210312T170019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240601T172940Z
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SUMMARY:Making the Leap
DESCRIPTION:Revist our discussion about Making the Leap from independent feature to the studio world with Ekwa Msangi (Director\, Farewell Amor)\, Laura Terruso (Director\, Work It)\, Lena Khan (Director\, Flora & Ulysses)\, and Leslye Headland (Showrunner Russian Doll). \nHow do you make your “leap”? Was it worth it and what do you have to sacrifice? What is it like working for hire as opposed to being in complete control of your project? What does the industry look like from that vantage point in terms of representation? How do you hold the door open for others or make a dent in your own way? Come get answers from four fantastic filmmakers who are blazing the trail for us all.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/making-the-leap/
CATEGORIES:Features,Directors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210306
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20230928T114558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T192852Z
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SUMMARY:All Eyes on Women
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining Film Fatales at Berlinale as filmmakers seeking distribution presented their feature films to an industry panel of international buyers and distributors. After\, we had a Q&A. \nThe filmmakers who presented their projects are: Cristina Ibarra (The Infiltrators)\, Iram Parveen Bilal (I’ll Meet You There)\, Khadifa Wong (Uprooted)\, Kavery Kaul (The Bengali)\, and Yi Chen (First Vote). \nFollowed by a discussion with Amanda Trokan (HBO)\, Elise McCave (Kickstarter)\, Jackie Sayno (Encore)\, Nele Willaert (Gaumont)\, Opal Hope Bennett (DOC NYC)\, Sarah Lash (Condé Nast)\, and Sophie von Uslar (Constantin Film). Moderated by Alece Oxendine (Columbia University).
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/all-eyes-on-women/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Features,Directors,Festivals,Distribution,Marketing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210220
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20210220T010055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240601T173644Z
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SUMMARY:Stranger Than Fiction
DESCRIPTION:Revisit this intimate conversation about personal storytelling in the documentary space with Film Fatales members Elan Bogarín (306 Hollywood)\, Lynne Sachs (Film About a Father Who)\, and Tiffany Hsiung (Sing Me A Lullaby). Moderated by Film Fatales member Judith Helfand (Love & Stuff). \nThis conversation will focus on the unique and nuanced experiences of documentary filmmakers creating personal films. With insight into the ethical and artistic decisions that filmmakers make\, we will explore the complex relationship between directors and film participants. How do filmmakers approach delicate subject matter\, building trust and setting boundaries? What are the responsibilities that come with sharing personal histories with the world? How do relationships change throughout the course of a film?
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/stranger-than-fiction/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Directors,Production
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210123
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20210122T170005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T193730Z
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SUMMARY:The Donut King
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining Film Fatales and Greenwich Entertainment for a screening of The Donut King and a panel discussion with Director/Cinematographer/Writer Alice Gu and Writer/Editor Carol Martori moderated by Film Fatales member Stephanie Wang-Breal. \nTed’s story is one of fate\, love\, survival\, hard knocks\, and redemption. It’s the rags to riches story of a refugee escaping Cambodia\, arriving in America in 1975 and building an unlikely multi-million-dollar empire baking America’s favorite pastry\, the donut. Ted sponsored hundreds of visas for incoming refugees and helped them get on their feet teaching them the ways of the donut business. By 1979 he was living the American Dream. But\, in life\, great rise can come with great falls.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/the-donut-king/
CATEGORIES:Cinematographers,Features,Directors,Editors,Screenwriters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210109
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20210108T080038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T202620Z
UID:3574-1610064000-1610150399@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Deep Dive Into Development
DESCRIPTION:Revisit a Deep Dive Into Development panel discussion with writer/directors Bridget Stokes (Boy Genius\, Herman & Shelly)\, Minhal Baig (Hala\, Ramy)\, Sarah Adina Smith (Hanna\, Looking for Alaska\, Buster’s Mal Heart\, The Midnight Swim) and Suzi Yoonessi (Insatiable\, Unlovable\, Daphne & Velma\, Dear Lemon Lima). \nHow do you keep digging deeper into a story when it’s been years in development? Where do you find inspiration? How do you continue to break and re-break the story? Come hear heavy development hitters walk us through their process\, their challenges\, and how they’ve managed to break through. Followed by a Q&A.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/deep-dive-into-development/
CATEGORIES:Development,Directors,Screenwriters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201212
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20201211T220046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240615T173943Z
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SUMMARY:Respect for Acting
DESCRIPTION:Rewatch Respect for Acting with actors Alysia Reiner (Orange is the New Black)\, Dawn-Lyen Gardner (Queen Sugar)\, Michelle Hurd (Star Trek: Picard)\, and Monica Raymund (Hightown). Moderated by Film Fatales member Elisabeth Subrin (A Woman\, A Part). \nThis panel discussion focused on the creative partnership between Actors and Directors. How does this very special relationship play out from different points of view? What are performers looking for in terms of direction? What communication techniques have directors found to be most helpful? How does this dynamic translate to our current times? Hear it from the source!
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/respect-for-acting/
CATEGORIES:Actors,Directors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201121
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20201120T220045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240622T161309Z
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SUMMARY:Directing Actors
DESCRIPTION:Revisit a Directing Actors workshop led by Film Fatales member Adrienne Weiss (Love\, Ludlow) with actors Candice Jean-Jacques (Hunters) and Ellie Foumbi (Our Father\, The Devil). \nHow do you get the best out of your actors? How do you fix a performance that’s off? Directing Actors founder Adrienne Weiss developed The Tools\, a method that gives directors the skills they need to correctly diagnose what’s wrong with performances and swiftly make them great.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/directing-actors/
CATEGORIES:Actors,Directors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201107
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20201106T080011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T160120Z
UID:3344-1604620800-1604707199@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Documenting Politics
DESCRIPTION:Revisit a Film Fatales discussion about making documentaries in the political space with filmmakers Alison Klayman (The Brink)\, Lisa Cortés (All In: The Fight For Democracy)\, Ramona Diaz (A Thousand Cuts)\, and Yi Chen (First Vote). Moderated by Amy Adrion (Half the Picture). \nWith politics dominating our newsfeeds and spurring our engagement\, join us as we discuss the process\, responsibility and motivation of documentary filmmakers whose work highlights the issues and people involved in the political arena. With clashing ideologies driving increased participation in political discourse and heightening tensions in the US and abroad\, we’ll talk to filmmakers who bravely tackle hot button issues and document political movements\, seeking to enlighten\, educate and inspire.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/documenting-politics/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Activism,Directors,Panels
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201024
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20201023T210015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T165922Z
UID:3945-1603411200-1603497599@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Micro-Budget Filmmaking
DESCRIPTION:Revisit a Film Fatales discussion of Low Budget Filmmaking with Diana Peralta (De Lo Mio)\, Julia Kots (Inez & Doug & Kira)\, Mariette Monpierre (Elza)\, Madoka Raine (Happy 40th)\, and Maria Mealla (Bring Me an Avocado) where they chronicle their individual experiences\, navigating the world of microbudget filmmaking. We explore the unique trials of writing\, financing\, casting\, crewing\, planning\, shooting\, post-production\, and distribution strategies for feature films made on minimal budgets. Learn how each of these filmmakers found creative ways to overcome challenges specific to low-budget filmmaking.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/micro-budget-filmmaking/
CATEGORIES:Development,Financing,Directors,Distribution
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201017
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20201016T120039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T234807Z
UID:3953-1602806400-1602892799@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Using Film For Social Change
DESCRIPTION:Revisit a Film Fatales discussion about Using Film for Social Change with Alex Stapleton (Hello Privilege. It’s Me\, Chelsea)\, Fanny Grande (Our Quinceañera)\, Jiayan “Jenny” Shi (Finding Yingying) and Reaa Puri (Mary Kom). Moderated by Film Fatales member Alahna Lark (Black In America 2020). \nIn this webinar you will learn about ways to be anti-racist through your work and how to let humanity lead you as an artist. What are some inherent biases we all have and how can we work through these biases? How can we put humanity at the forefront of our work? Through this discussion we address issues of classism\, white privilege\, and hopefully learn to be storytellers who are on the right side of history.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/using-film-for-social-change/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Activism,Directors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201010
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20201010T000049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T170629Z
UID:3956-1602201600-1602287999@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Marriage Story
DESCRIPTION:Revisit a Film Fatales discussion about The Director-Producer Partnership with independent producers Avril Z. Speaks (Jinn\, Hosea)\, Heather Rae (Bull\, Tallulah)\, Kim Sherman (Sun Don’t Shine\, You’re Next)\, and Shruti Ganguly (H.\, Initials SG). Moderated by Film Fatales member Ruth Du (Your Baby Is Mine). \nWe tackle the important and sometimes difficult relationship between the Director and Producer in the narrative feature film space. Panelists discuss their experiences with short term and long term collaborators\, what it takes to maintain a creative relationship\, and weigh in on what they would do in fictional hypothetical situations.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/marriage-story/
CATEGORIES:Directors,Producers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200926
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20200925T120006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T170938Z
UID:3968-1600992000-1601078399@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Building Trust in Documentaries
DESCRIPTION:Revisit a Film Fatales discussion about Building Trust in Documentaries: The Relationship Between Filmmaker and Participants with Film Fatales members Ashley O’Shay (Unapologetic)\, Valerie Red-Horse (Mankiller)\, Yoruba Richen (The Killing of Breonna Taylor)\, and Yu Gu (A Woman’s Work). Moderated by Erika Cohn (Belly of the Beast). \nThis conversation focuses on the unique and nuanced relationships that filmmakers have with documentary film participants. With insight into the ethical and artistic decisions filmmakers make\, we explore the challenges and complexities of the director/film participant relationship. Given that each film presents a different set of circumstances\, how do filmmakers approach transparency\, building trust and boundaries? How do relationships change throughout the course of a film?
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/building-trust-in-documentaries/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Directors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200919
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20200918T120019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T165651Z
UID:3976-1600387200-1600473599@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Making or Breaking a Story
DESCRIPTION:Revisit a Film Fatales discussion about Making or Breaking a Story with episodic television creators\, writers\, and showrunners Alexandra Cunningham (Dirty John)\, Kitao Sakurai (The Eric Andre Show)\, Shoshannah Stern (This Close) and Marie Jamora (Family Style). \nThis panel was an open conversation with episodic television creators and showrunners to discuss how they are pushing boundaries and conventions in the stories that they choose to tell. How did the seed idea become the show it is today? How do you navigate the studio/network and still maintain a unique voice? How do you build and lead a creative team?
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/making-or-breaking-a-story/
CATEGORIES:Episodic,Directors,Producers,Screenwriters
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200912
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20240312T202014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T210815Z
UID:25360-1599782400-1599868799@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Work Life Balance
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted a discussion about Filmmaking While Parenting with feature film directors Débora Souza Silva (Black Mothers)\, Kestrin Pantera (Mother’s Little Helpers)\, and Renée Wilson (Crepe Covered Sidewalks). Moderated by Film Fatales member Tamara Perkins (Life After Life). \nThis round table discussion will feature filmmakers carving out new ways of building creative life while raising families. Each will share experiences and insight on reimagining creative space and opportunity for parent filmmakers to thrive. Questions that will be explored include: How can the film industry better support working parents? How do we as filmmakers work together to co-create spaces that include families\, respect the unique needs of parents on and off sets\, and see working parents as assets to projects and not liabilities? What role can policy change play in equalizing the industry for women and parents? How does self-care contribute to boosting morale\, mindfulness and sparking and sustaining creativity in working parents. How can we support each other more in this industry and what can filmmakers without kids do to make equitable spaces for their parenting colleagues a reality?
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/work-life-balance-2/
CATEGORIES:Features,Directors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200829
DTSTAMP:20260417T103303
CREATED:20200828T120010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T171440Z
UID:3990-1598572800-1598659199@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Creating Your Own Work
DESCRIPTION:Revisit this discussion about Creating Your Own Work with episodic television and feature film writer/directors Isidora Marras (I Am Not Lorena) Jennifer Arnold (Shameless)\, Marta Cunningham (Fear The Walking Dead)\, Susan Youssef (Marjoun and the Flying Headscarf)\, and Vanessa Parise (Charmed). Moderated by Meera Menon (Equity). \nThis round table discussion explored how we support each other’s unique voices to create our own work. During Covid\, our group of director friends started a writing circle that has changed the way we approach our careers. We are working together to support each other’s unique voices\, to create truly individual and inspired work\, not the stories we’ve heard before. Covid has forced us to slow down. We’ve found a silver lining in creating a new space to delve deep and listen to our inner storytellers\, and help each other to tell our stories in the most impactful and engaging ways. As we develop our individual careers\, we believe success comes from working together.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/creating-your-own-work/
CATEGORIES:Development,Narrative,Episodic,Directors,Screenwriters
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