Powerful Partnership

Award-winning filmmaker Roman Coppola will help shape the 2027 Spirit Awards with fresh energy, ideas and his signature artistic perspective.

Meet the New Guy

Senior Spirit

The team behind the 2024 indie hit Thelma found the right formula to draw a wide audience to their senior-centered story.

How'd They Do It?

Extra Credit(s)

Eight little words that could have a huge impact on U.S. film production: The Motion Picture, Television, and Entertainment Revitalization Act.

Incentives & More

Events

Wed
Nov
04

Film Independent

First Rounds: A Member Meet-Up

Time 7:30 pm PT
Location Saint Felix Hollywood
Tickets FREE for Arts Circle, Filmmaker Pro and Secret Members + 1 guest
You’re invited to join us for the latest installment of our quarterly Member meet-up series. This is your opportunity to network and connect with fellow... Read More
Wed
Nov
04

Presents

Members-Only Screening: A Long Winter

Time 8:00 pm PT
Location AMC The Grove
Tickets FREE for Members + 1 guest
Please note: This theatrical screening has reached its registration capacity. Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access, and receive both priority entry and reserved seating. Email... Read More
Wed
Nov
04

Presents

Members-Only Screening: Nuisance Bear

Time 7:30 pm PT
Location Laemmle NoHo 7
Tickets FREE for Members + 1 guest
Please note: This theatrical screening has reached its registration capacity. Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access, and receive both priority entry and reserved seating. Email... Read More

Blog

Presents Wed 11.4.2026

The Perfect Pickpocket Coat with ‘The Only Living Pickpocket in New York’ Costume Designer Cailey Breneman

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New York acts differently than anywhere else; it has its own look, its own vernacular. Whether it’s the Wall Street power suit, the jeans-and-heels fashion crowd, or the Uptown Tims and Polo, New Yorkers dress up for the occasion, because that’s just what you do. Costume designer Caily Breneman�...

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