Breaking the Mold

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?). We heard from filmmakers forging a path with their uniquely creative voices, learned where they find inspiration, how … Continued

Breaking the Mold Members

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?). We heard from filmmakers forging a path with their uniquely creative voices, learned where they find inspiration, how they … Continued

Once in a Lifetime

Thank you for joining Film Fatales for a discussion about character-driven documentaries with Amber Fares (Speed Sisters), Eunice Lau (Accept the Call), Laura Checkoway (Edith + Eddie), and Rita Baghdadi (My Country No More). We heard from experienced multi-hyphenate filmmakers as they discussed their approach to creating character-driven documentaries, where they find their stories, and … Continued

Once in a Lifetime Members

Thank you for joining Film Fatales for a discussion about character-driven documentaries with Amber Fares (Speed Sisters), Eunice Lau (Accept the Call), Laura Checkoway (Edith + Eddie), and Rita Baghdadi (My Country No More). We heard from experienced multi-hyphenate filmmakers as they discussed their approach to creating character-driven documentaries, where they find their stories, and … Continued

Walking Boldly

Film Fatales hosted a round table discussion with Showrunners, Writers, and Creators about breaking barriers in Episodic Television with Emily Spivack (Worn Stories), Ilse Fernandez (Cyberwar), Mel Shimkovitz (High Maintenance), and Xan Aranda (My Love). Together we can amplify creative voices who are breaking barriers in episodic television. How do you pitch a show that … Continued

Walking Boldly Members

Film Fatales hosted a round table discussion with Showrunners, Writers, and Creators about breaking barriers in Episodic Television with Emily Spivack (Worn Stories), Ilse Fernandez (Cyberwar), Mel Shimkovitz (High Maintenance), and Xan Aranda (My Love). Together we can amplify creative voices who are breaking barriers in episodic television. How do you pitch a show that … Continued

Spring Fling Filmmaker Mixer

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 … Continued

Raising Our Voices

Thank you for joining Film Fatales for a discussion about making socially conscious documentaries with filmmakers Aisling Chin-Yee (No Ordinary Man), Jennifer Tiexiera (P.S. Burn this Letter Please), Meena Nanji (View From a Grain of Sand), and Nancy Schwartzman (Roll Red Roll). This roundtable discussion focused on amplifying creative voices who are changing our cultural … Continued

Raising Our Voices Members

Thank you for joining Film Fatales for a discussion about making socially conscious documentaries with filmmakers Aisling Chin-Yee (No Ordinary Man), Jennifer Tiexiera (P.S. Burn this Letter Please), Meena Nanji (View From a Grain of Sand), and Nancy Schwartzman (Roll Red Roll). This roundtable discussion focused on amplifying creative voices who are changing our cultural … Continued

Fix It In Prep 2021

Thank you for joining Film Fatales for an interactive workshop with writer/director Catherine Hardwicke (Twilight, Miss Bala, Lords of Dogtown, Thirteen) Celebrated 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, … Continued

Fix It In Prep 2021 Members

Thank you for joining Film Fatales for an interactive workshop with writer/director Catherine Hardwicke (Twilight, Miss Bala, Lords of Dogtown, Thirteen) Celebrated 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, … Continued

Thinking Outside the Box

Film Fatales hosted a discussion about episodic television directors Jennifer Arnold (Younger), Jennifer Phang (Resident Alien), Kelly Park (Punky Brewster), and Ro Haber (Pride). This 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 … Continued