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Festival Focus

In a modern entertainment industry that is ever-changing, how do film festivals actually help filmmakers? Let's explore.

Indie Insights

Don't-Miss Indies

Our pal Matt Warren makes a cameo appearance on the blog with a banger of a Don't-Miss Indies list for June...

Matt-tastic

From the Summit

The worlds of science and storytelling came together at the 2025 Sloan Summit to discuss creativity, authenticity and collaboration.

The Sloan Zone

Events

Tue

Jun

Programs

Sloan Salon: Storytelling in the Age of Climate: Big Screen,...

Time 5:30 pm PT

Location Online

Tickets FREE and open to the general public

As climate change shapes our reality, it also transforms the stories we tell. Film Independent is proud to partner with the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation... Read More

Tue

Jun

Programs

PYOP: Pitching Yourself and Your Project

Time 7:30 pm PT

Location Film Independent HQ

Tickets FREE for Members; $20 for non-Members

Whether it’s in an elevator room, in a room or on Zoom, if you’re shopping a project, you need to be ready to seize the... Read More

Thu

Jun

Film Independent

3rd(ish) Thursdays

Time 7:30 pm PT

Location Film Independent HQ

Tickets FREE and open to the general public

Please note: This time around, 3rd Thursday will take place on the 4th Thursday of the month: June 26! 3rd Thursdays is your monthly opportunity... Read More

Blog

Film festivals… whether you’re a filmmaker, goer, or both, you may find yourself wondering, ‘What are they good for?’ Well, for one, they’re a great place to attract an audience. They give your film legitimacy, a theatrical premiere, and the potential for distribution. Festivals are also a...