New Beginnings

We are thrilled to officially welcome award-winning media executive Juan Devis as the new President of Film Independent.

Let's Build Together

Don't-Miss Indies

May flowers are around the corner but, for now, April is showering us with a ton of fantastic movies to watch. Don't miss 'em!

Springtime Cinema

Write Place, Write Time

The 2026 Screenwriting Lab Fellows have arrived, and they're ready to embark upon a very special storytelling journey.

Meet the Fellows

Events

Apr
01-15

Presents

Always Remember: The Most Precious of Cargoes

Time 12:00 am – 11:59 pm PT
Location Film Independent Presents Online Screening Room
Tickets FREE and open to the general public
Please note: This online screening has reached its registration capacity. Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access to online screenings. Email artscircle@filmindependent.org to join and reserve... Read More
Apr
01-15

Presents

Always Remember: Inked: Our Stories Remarked

Time 12:00 am – 11:59 pm PT
Location Film Independent Presents Online Screening Room
Tickets FREE and open to the general public
Please note: This online screening has reached its registration capacity. Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access to online screenings. Email artscircle@filmindependent.org to join and reserve... Read More
Apr
15-16

Presents

Programmers’ Picks: Mad Bills to Pay (or Destiny, dile...

Time 12:00 am – 11:59 pm PT
Location Film Independent Presents Online Screening Room
Tickets FREE for Members + 1 guest
Please note… This theatrical screening has reached its registration capacity*. * Arts Circle Members can be added to the waiting list by emailing artscircle@filmindependent.org. Join... Read More

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Film Independent Tue 4.14.2026

Film Independent Names Veteran Media Exec Juan Devis President

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Juan Devis, former Chief Creative Officer at the Public Media Group of Southern California (PBS SoCal | KCET), has been named President of Film Independent. Devis, an accomplished media executive, creative strategist and proven fundraiser, will lead the organization into its next chapter. The appoin...

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