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Write On

These bold writers are set to take part in our 2025 Screenwriting Lab where they'll work with industry experts to further their projects.

Meet the Fellows

Remembering Josh

With the spirit of our friend and colleague Josh Welsh in our hearts, we share this beautiful remembrance written by his family.

Always With Us

Still Celebrating

Rewatch the entire 2025 Film Independent Spirit Awards, or check out your favorite speeches and highlights right now on YouTube.

Forever Forty

Where the Heart Is

This collection of some of our favorite LA-centric indies includes a list of resources for all those affected by the recent wildfires.

L(ove) A(lways)

Events

Wed

Apr

Presents

Programmers’ Picks: Secret Mall Apartment

Time 7:30 pm PT

Location Film Independent Theater

Tickets FREE for Members + 1 guest

Please note… This theatrical screening has reached its registration capacity*. * Arts Circle Members can be added to the wait list by emailing artscircle@filmindependent.org. Join... Read More

Mon

Apr

Presents

Live Read New York: Cruel Intentions

Time 7:30 pm ET

Location DGA New York Theater

Tickets $25 for Members; $35 for non-Members

Please note: Tickets will be available to Members starting at 12:00 pm PT on Monday, March 17. Tickets open to the general public beginning at... Read More

Mon

Apr

Programs

Fi Nonfiction Works in Progress: What Will I Become?

Time 7:00 pm PT

Location Film Independent Theater

Tickets FREE for Members

Film Independent Members, you’re invited to join us for a work-in-progess screening of What Will I Become?, followed by a conversation and feedback session with... Read More

Blog

“It all starts with a spark. A glimmer of an idea. And for the millions that fade away, the few that shine the brightest become something bigger. A story! A script! A production! And finally, a movie that takes its place in cinema history.” That’s how it all works, at least according to the mo...