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SUMMARY:Stories We Tell
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted our annual panel and reception at the SXSW Film + TV Clubhouse highlighting visionary filmmakers who directed feature films premiering at SXSW including Jennifer Holness (#WhileBlack)\, Jo Rochelle (Dead Deer High)\, and Luchina Fisher (The Dads). Moderated by producer Brit Fryer (Adam’s Apple). We learned about their creative and professional journeys in a dynamic conversation with filmmakers pushing the boundaries of cinema on screen and off. Followed by a casual networking reception celebrating filmmakers of all marginalized genders\, including over a dozen Film Fatales members who directed feature films premiering at SXSW. This in-person event was open to all festival badge holders. 
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/stories-we-tell/
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Panels
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20251219T191609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T234638Z
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SUMMARY:From Script to Screen
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted a panel discussion and reception during the Sundance Film Festival. \nWe discovered groundbreaking works of independent cinema in this panel highlighting visionary filmmakers who directed feature films premiering at Sundance including Josephine Decker (Chasing Summer)\, Liz Sargent (Take Me Home)\, and NB Mager (Run Amok). Moderated by Imani Davis (American Cinematheque).  \nPresented by United Airlines with support from IMDbPro and the Utah Film Commission. \nAt a time when funding for the arts is drying up\, we learned from Film Fatales members with Sundance premieres about how they got their films funded and made. How helpful are proof of concepts? What types of institutional support or corporate sponsorships are available? What is the path forward in the current economic climate? The panel covered evolving techniques in storytelling\, the importance of diverse perspectives\, and how these iconic filmmakers are pushing the boundaries of cinema on screen and off. 
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/from-script-to-screen/
CATEGORIES:Features,Directors,Panels
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20250929T220951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T073703Z
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SUMMARY:Directing Action
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this discussion about Directing Action films with Danishka Esterhazy (Sniper: The Last Stand)\, Geeta Vasant Patell (House of the Dragon)\, and Michelle Salcedo (Switch & Bait). Moderated by Marielle Woods (Cobra Kai). \nWant to learn more about how to direct action sequences? This dynamic discussion with working feature film and episodic television directors covers prep\, production and post in a fast-paced environment. How do you break into genre directing? How do you prepare to helm an episode of a popular show? Together we will explore the relationship between directors and stunt coordinators\, learn blocking tips\, and hear about different ways to forge a career path in action cinema.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/directing-action/
CATEGORIES:Narrative,Features,Episodic,Directors,Production,Panels
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20250619T220646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T173938Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Binary
DESCRIPTION:Join Film Fatales and Anarchists United online for a candid conversation with visionary voices in trans and queer cinema including powerhouse filmmaker Lilly Wachowski (The Matrix\, Cloud Atlas\, Bound) and Fatales Forward fellows Gulet Isse (Khutbah)\, Hao Zhao (All Fixed Up)\, Helen Peña (Crossed Veins/Venas Cruzadas)\, Kyle Casey Chu (After What Happened at the Library)\, and Roberto Fatal (Electric Homies). Moderated by StormMiguel Florez (Welcome to Roswell). Hear from boundary breaking creators reshaping the cinematic landscape as they discuss their craft and the power of authentic storytelling as a tool for meaningful change. \nFatales Forward is an innovative fellowship for emerging filmmakers working on their debut 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. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/beyond-the-binary/
CATEGORIES:Features,Directors,Panels
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T210000
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CREATED:20250529T191051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T000716Z
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SUMMARY:Cadence and Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Alliance for Women Film Composers\, Composers Diversity Collective\, and FIlm Fatales hosted an in-person panel discussion during the Tribeca Festival. This was an intimate conversation with several director/composer teams about their creative process of collaboration. Followed by a casual social mixer hosted by Gigantic Studios. Capacity is limited. All ages and genders are welcome. Panelists included: \nAmy Scott (director) and Heather McIntosh (composer) – Counting Crows: Have You Seen Me Lately?\, Josalynn Smith (director) and Freya Berkhout (composer) – Ride or Die\, Sarah Goher (director) and Mina Salib (composer) – Happy Birthday\, Victoria Fiore (director/composer) – Pavilhão\, Wynne Ashley Bennett (composer) – Dear Ms: A Revolution in Print. Moderated by Shruti Kumar (composer) \n 
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/cadence-and-conversation/
CATEGORIES:Composers,Directors,Mixers,Panels
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250517
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20250425T165907Z
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SUMMARY:Picture This
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted an intensive online workshop about Creating a Deck that Hooks led by Film Fatales member Jenny Deller (writer-director of Future Weather and producer of Claire in Motion). Moderated by Cassandra Nicholson.\n \nIn this interactive workshop presented by ShotDeck\, filmmaker and designer Jenny Deller walked through five simple steps to help you pre-visualize and pitch your film\, music video or TV series. We learned the latest ideas that are helping showrunners\, directors and producers advance their projects and walked 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. \nThree filmmakers received live feedback on their decks during the workshop\, including one scripted feature\, one documentary feature\, and one episodic series. Filmmakers of all backgrounds were invited to audit the live class\, download the sample decks\, participate in the chat\, and watch the recording afterwards. \n 
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/picture-this/
CATEGORIES:Development,Directors,Producers,Screenwriters,Panels
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250205T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20250203T215310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T004857Z
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SUMMARY:Processing the Unimaginable
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted an online Grief Healing and Wellness workshop with Adrienne Petrino from AP Coaching. Moderated by Film Fatales member Magdalena Albizu. \nLife and grief coach Adrienne Petrino gave us tools to explore how to deal with sudden loss. The objectives of this workshop were to understand how grief shows up in times of crisis\, to create a safe space\, to introduce tools and practices to promote healing\, and to feel the support of a caring community.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/processing-the-unimaginable/
CATEGORIES:Panels
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250126
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20250109T200249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T191200Z
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SUMMARY:Brave New World
DESCRIPTION:We joined Film Fatales and United Airlines for a panel discussion and reception during the Sundance Film Festival. \nThis panel highlighted groundbreaking films from visionary filmmakers who directed feature films premiering at Sundance including Amber Fares (Coexistence My Ass!)\, Cristina Costantini (Sally)\, Meera Menon (Didn’t Die)\, and Sam Feder (Heightened Scrutiny). Moderated by Alece Oxendine (Film Durham). \nNow more than ever\, we need stories that illuminate\, educate\, inspire\, enlighten\, and imagine new possibilities. Learn about evolving techniques in storytelling\, the importance of diverse perspectives\, and how these iconic filmmakers are pushing the boundaries of cinema on screen and off. Presented by United Airlines with support from IMDbPro\, ShotDeck and The Utah Film Commission. Followed by a networking reception celebrating filmmakers of all marginalized genders.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/brave-new-world/
CATEGORIES:Features,Directors,Panels
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241012
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20240916T214148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T210909Z
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SUMMARY:Desperately Seeking Producer
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales and Dear Producer joined forces to bring you an online panel and curated networking mixer for feature filmmakers of all marginalized genders. \nWe began with a discussion around the elusive question\, ‘How do I find a producer?’ with producers Lexi Tannenholtz (Booger\, Bad Things)\, Mars Verrone (Union)\, and Monique Walton (Sing Sing\, Bull). Moderated by Dear Producer founder Rebecca Green (It Follows\, All That We Love). Afterwards\, we divided up into smaller discussion circles for intimate conversations with the panelists based on a series of guided prompts. \nLearn about the different types of producers in both the scripted and unscripted film space\, the various stages of the process to bring on a producer\, elements and materials you should prepare before approaching a producer\, what you can expect in terms of producer compensation\, and how to maintain long-term\, healthy relationships with producers. Hear from seasoned producers about how they find projects and what qualities they value in their collaborators.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/desperately-seeking-producer/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Development,Narrative,Financing,Features,Distribution,Featured,Producers,Funding,Mixers,Panels
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240610T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240610T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20240715T164459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T191956Z
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SUMMARY:Directors Composers Panel
DESCRIPTION:Composers Diversity Collective\, Alliance for Women Film Composers\, Society of Composers and Lyricists\, and Film Fatales held a conversation for director-composer collaborations at the Tribeca Film Festival! We heard from panelists Allyson Newman (composer) and Trish Dalton (director) from Diane von Furstenberg: Woman in Charge\, Alex Wakim (composer) and Nay Tabarra (director) from Ebb & Flow\, Shirley Song\, Jina An (composers)\, and Sherise Dorf (director) from The Everything Pot\, and Wynne Bennett (composer) from The Debutantes. Moderated by Shruti Kumar (composer).
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/directors-composers-panel/
CATEGORIES:Composers,Directors,Festivals,Panels
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
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:20240311T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20240409T192035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T215728Z
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SUMMARY:SXSW Meetup 2024
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales hosted a meetup with All Entertainment Business and YTexas for a filmmaker at the Arterie House at SXSW. We showcased the thriving nexus between the Lone Star State’s film industry and forward-thinking businesses. The guest speakers included Elizabeth Avellán from Troublemaker Studios (Producer of Spy Kids\, Desperado\, Sin City)\, Bill Vargos from Freestyle Digital Media\, Catherine Gonzalez from Detour Filmproduction (Boyhood\, Dazed and Confused)\, and notable actors such as Jae Head (The Blind Side) and Stephanie Drapeau (Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D)\, and Film Fatales member Iram Parveen Bilal (Wakhri).
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/sxsw-meetup-2024/
CATEGORIES:Mixers,Panels
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20240318T215937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T212811Z
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SUMMARY:WIE Summit
DESCRIPTION:The seventh annual Women in Entertainment Summit took place at the Skirball Center in Los Angeles\, CA. The full-day event featured a series of keynotes\, panels and fireside chats with some of the industry’s most successful and progressive minds. Speakers included Film Fatales member Lulu Wang (Expats creator)\, Mimi Leder (The Morning Show director)\, Sarayu Blue (Expats actress)\, and many more.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/wie-summit/
CATEGORIES:Mixers,Panels
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220913
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20220912T170021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T200019Z
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SUMMARY:Cents and Sensibility
DESCRIPTION:Breaking Through the Lens joined Film Fatales at the Toronto International Film Festival for an in person panel discussion about making meaningful change in the world of film financing with Apoorva Guru (Producer\, Joyland)\, April Shih (Founder\, Diversity Hire)\, Luis De Filippis (Director\, Something You Said Last Night)\, Nikkia Moulterie (Producer\, Nanny)\, and Sophia Dilley (SVP\, Concord Originals). Moderated by Jasmin Morrison (Sky Original Film).  \nThe constant search for funding is one of the hardest aspects of creating a film. Access to finance and budget size are the major barriers for under-represented groups in the industry. This talk brought together directors\, producers\, sales agents and financiers who walk the walk to find creative ways to fund a diverse slate of projects. Through their experiences\, we explored how one can move the needle on whose story gets to be told and what you can do to find funding for your films!
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/cents-and-sensibility/
CATEGORIES:Financing,Festivals,Panels
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220129
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
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:20210925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210926
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20240318T222820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T162236Z
UID:25492-1632528000-1632614399@filmfatales.org
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;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210430T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240327T000000
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20210430T160302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T194239Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Fling Filmmaker Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales and Moonshot Initiative gathered for a virtual networking mixer for filmmakers of all genders and experience levels. Filmmakers eager to meet creative collaborators\, excited to share details about their latest passion projects\, and missing the company of like-minded artists all joined in. We began with a “getting to know you” exercise before dividing up into smaller discussion circles for meaningful conversations based on a series of guided prompts. This virtual event was open to filmmakers of all genders and experience levels.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/spring-fling-filmmaker-mixer/
CATEGORIES:Mixers,Panels
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210206
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20210205T170048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T174108Z
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SUMMARY:Wander Darkly
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining Film Fatales and Lionsgate for a panel discussion with the Wander Darkly creative team including Writer/Director Tara Miele and producer Sam Housman about their journey from Sundance to Virtual Cinemas. Moderated by Film Fatales member Maria Burton. \nIn Wander Darkly\, a traumatic accident leaves a couple\, Adrienne (Sienna Miller) and Matteo (Diego Luna)\, in a surreal state of being that takes them on a disorienting journey through the duality of their shared moments. By reliving fond recollections from the beginning of their romance while also navigating the overwhelming truths of their present\, they must discover what truly binds them together.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/wander-darkly/
CATEGORIES:Narrative,Panels
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201129
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20201128T210008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T215430Z
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SUMMARY:Script to Screen
DESCRIPTION:Revisit Film Fatales and Women Creating Change’s discussion about bringing Middle Eastern and North African stories from script to screen with Dana Eden (Executive Producer\, Tehran)\, Maytha Alhassen (Staff Writer\, Ramy)\, Rola Nashef (Director\, Detroit Unleaded) and Sahar Jahani (Writer\, 13 Reasons Why). Moderated by Film Fatales and WCC member Natasha Kermani (Director\, Lucky). \nThis panel discussion with Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) filmmakers explores the filmmakers’ processes from the early stages of script development all the way through distribution\, the challenges they might have faced and how they were able to overcome them in order to create compelling\, truthful and pioneering narratives.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/script-to-screen/
CATEGORIES:Development,Distribution,Screenwriters,Panels
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201114
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20201113T092623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T221657Z
UID:3335-1605225600-1605311999@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Stunts on Screen
DESCRIPTION:Revisit a Film Fatales and Veterans in Media and Entertainment panel for a discussion about Stunts on Screen with Deven MacNair (Stunt Coordinator\, Queen Sugar)\, Eddie Perez (Stunt Coordinator\, Shameless)\, Janeshia Adams-Ginyard (Stunt Performer\, Black Panther) and Marielle Woods (Stunt Department Coordinator\, Westworld). Moderated by Film Fatales and VME member Rebecca Murga. \nThis conversation offers a rare glimpse behind the scenes of action sequences\, explores the relationship between directors and stunt coordinators\, and addresses the controversial practices of “wigging” and “paint downs” as part of wider discrimination in the stunt industry. Hosted in partnership with Film Fatales\, an arts non-profit supporting women and non-binary filmmakers\, and Veterans in Media & Entertainment\, a 501c3 that unites current and former members of the military working in film\, television\, media\, gaming\, music\, and more.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/stunts-on-screen/
CATEGORIES:Panels
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201107
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
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:20200821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200822
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20200821T120021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240512T153146Z
UID:3998-1597968000-1598054399@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Gatekeepers and Gatecrashers
DESCRIPTION:Revisit a Film Fatales discussion with episodic television creators\, showrunners and producing directors including Elle Johnson (Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam CJ Walker)\, Janine Sherman Barrois (Claws\, Self Made)\, Lesli Linka Glatter (Homeland) and Sarah Gertrude Shapiro (UnREAL). Moderated by Film Fatales member Shaz Bennett (Director\, Queen Sugar\, Billions). \nThis panel was an open conversation to discuss the push for hiring equality NOW. How do you manage your gate? What are the barriers to systemic change? How do directors get that first episode? And how do they get invited back? How do you find directors that can authentically tell your stories?
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/gatekeepers-and-gatecrashers/
CATEGORIES:Activism,Episodic,Directors,Equity,Producers,Panels
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200815
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20200814T120010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240512T162457Z
UID:4055-1597363200-1597449599@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Between Two Worlds
DESCRIPTION:Revisit a discussion with filmmakers who straddle the line to create in both documentary and scripted spaces. How do you develop stories in these two fields? How are they linked? How are they different? \nSpeakers included Jennifer Sharp (Director Una Great Movie)\, Maria Agui Carter (Director Rebel)\, Moira Griffin (Producer\, Cap)\, and Pratibha Parmar (Director\, Alice Walker: Beautfy in Truth). Moderated by Film Fatales member Angela Tucker (Director\, All Styles).
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/between-two-worlds/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Development,Narrative,Directors,Panels
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200808
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20200807T120014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240622T160842Z
UID:4067-1596758400-1596844799@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Camera Phone Filmmaking
DESCRIPTION:Revisit a Film Fatales discussion about Camera Phone Filmmaking with Hope Farley (EP\, Adolescent Content)\, Leslie Bumgarner (DP\, Co-Ed)\, Richard Vialet (DP\, 9 Rides)\, and Ted Melfi (Director\, Daughter). Moderated by Film Fatales members Rachel Feldman (Director\, The Rookie) and Christine Swanson (Director\, The Clark Sisters: The First Ladies of Gospel). \nWelcome to filmmaking during the Pandemic. Join us for a deep dive into making films with what we might have at hand. We unpack the hows of nimble filmmaking with expert directors\, cinematographers\, and producers who have utilized phone technology to shoot remarkable films. With our professional curiosity piqued\, we dive into how we might apply some of these skills and resources to making our own films while we stay at home. Maybe you’re itching to shoot a short in your house\, up your home-movie game\, or are prepping your next film with this amazing technology\, we focus on craft and creativity in a time when camera houses and production teams are not yet within reach.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/camera-phone-filmmaking/
CATEGORIES:Cinematographers,Directors,Producers,Panels
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200805T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200805T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20240502T173753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T202657Z
UID:26397-1596614400-1596646800@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Embracing What You Can Control
DESCRIPTION:If there was ever a time to focus on what you can control in your entertainment career and create a powerful new vision\, this is that moment. This interactive workshop was led by Certified Career Coach and Talent Agent Consultant Jim Arnoff\, who provided coaching tools to see exactly how one can gain that control through powerful virtual collaborations\, envisioning your ideal career\, tapping into your personal resiliency\, and creating tangible projects using all of your resources to move that perfect career forward now. His coaching helps you gain ways to break through blocks\, tap into your creativity\, and create new ways to unleash your strengths.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/embracing-what-you-can-control/
CATEGORIES:Panels
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200725
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20200725T000026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T214908Z
UID:4095-1595548800-1595635199@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Laugh Riot
DESCRIPTION:Laugh it off with this panel discussion with comedy directors working in feature films\, television\, late-night\, and even documentary! Film Fatales members Anna Margarita Albelo (Clare at 16)\, Geeta Patel (The Great)\, Kimberly McCullough (The Bold Type)\, and Maureen Bharoocha (Jimmy Kimmel Live) joined us for this engaging conversation\, moderated by Amy French (El Súperstar). \nHear from working comedy directors about how they keep it funny\, both on the screen and behind the scenes\, as we discuss both the craft and business of telling comedic stories. We explore\, too\, the ways that diverse perspectives make for richer comedy\, and explore how jokes are a tool in the fight for social justice. Watch and laugh!
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/laugh-riot-directors-in-comedy/
CATEGORIES:Documentary,Narrative,Activism,Features,Comedy,Episodic,Panels
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200718
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20200718T000059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T170947Z
UID:4138-1594944000-1595030399@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:In the Writers' Room
DESCRIPTION:Revist our conversation on television writing with Film Fatales members Cherien Dabis (Ramy\, Empire)\, Nijla Mu’min (Jinn\, Swagger)\, Sian Heder (Little America\, Orange is the New Black)\, and Vera Miao (The Expatriates\, Two Sentence Horror Stories). Moderated by Deb Shoval (AWOL). \nThis is a dynamic discussion with working episodic writers covers bibles\, pilots\, & pitches; what happens in a writers’ room in person and now virtually; what is unique to episodic structure; the potential of the medium to further movements for racial justice\, climate justice and equity; and each speaker’s unique career path.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/in-the-writers-room/
CATEGORIES:Episodic,Directors,Screenwriters,Panels
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200311
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20240312T210159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T211234Z
UID:25427-1583798400-1583884799@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Disabilities On Screen and Off Members
DESCRIPTION:You joined Film Fatales\, RespectAblility\, and Film Independent for an intersectional discussion around inclusive casting for both visible and nonvisible disabilities\, creating accessible sets\, and ensuring accessible finished products for film festivals and beyond. \nSpeakers included Ashley Eakin (Director\, Single)\, Michele Spitz (Founder\, Woman of Her Word)\, Shari Bisnaught (Costume Designer\, Best Summer Ever)\, and Tatiana Lee (Hollywood Inclusionist\, RespectAbility) moderated by Film Fatales members Nasreen Alkhateeb and Tchaiko Omawale.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/disabilities-on-screen-and-off-members/
CATEGORIES:Members,Panels
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200311
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20230927T064427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T215652Z
UID:7438-1583798400-1583884799@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Disabilities On Screen and Off
DESCRIPTION:Film Fatales\, RespectAblility\, and Film Independent hosted an intersectional discussion around inclusive casting for both visible and nonvisible disabilities\, creating accessible sets\, and ensuring accessible finished products for film festivals and beyond. \nSpeakers included Ashley Eakin (Director\, Single)\, Michele Spitz (Founder\, Woman of Her Word)\, Shari Bisnaught (Costume Designer\, Best Summer Ever)\, and Tatiana Lee (Hollywood Inclusionist\, RespectAbility) moderated by Film Fatales members Nasreen Alkhateeb and Tchaiko Omawale.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/disabilities-on-screen-and-off/
CATEGORIES:Activism,Features,Directors,Panels
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200113T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T185523
CREATED:20200113T205628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T214233Z
UID:25860-1578902400-1578934800@filmfatales.org
SUMMARY:Intimacy on Screen
DESCRIPTION:Alexandra Creswick (Sensitivity Reader) and Carly Weckstein (Intimacy Director) had a facilitated discussion by Film Fatales member Daniela De Carlo about the emerging role of intimacy coordination.
URL:https://filmfatales.org/event/intimacy-on-screen/
CATEGORIES:Actors,Production,Panels
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