Virtual Event: “Denise Ho: Becoming the Song” Screening + Q&A
Denise Ho: Becoming the Song profiles the openly gay Hong Kong singer and human rights activist Denise Ho. Drawing on unprecedented, years-long access, the film explores her remarkable journey from commercial Cantopop superstar to outspoken political activist, an artist who has put her life and career on the line to support the determined struggle of Hong Kong citizens to maintain their identity and freedom.
Q&A to follow with director Sue Williams moderated by NYWIFT Board Member S. Casper Wong.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks Black Lives Matter with Visionary New York Media Arts Organizations
New York Media Arts organizations have had a rich history of supporting, inspiring, and training diverse creative community members for decades. In this week’s NYWIFT Talks, learn more how Black Public Media, Third World Newsreel, Manhattan Neighborhood Network, and Brown Girls Doc Mafia have accomplished their missions.
These organizations provide key solutions and grassroots connections to Latinx, Black, Asian, and LGBTQIA+ content producers. What are the specific challenges they face during the COVID pandemic, financial crisis, and the Black Lives Matter Movement? These leaders can shine a light on a path forward. In discussion with Iyabo Boyd, Leslie Fields-Cruz, JT Takagi, Shurize X. Richards and Victoria Bert, and moderated by Cynthia Lopez.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks with VP of Publicity and Promotion of IFC Films Laura Sok
In this week’s NYWIFT Talks, join VP of Publicity and Promotion of IFC Films Laura Sok to discuss publicity in the age of the "new normal" of Virtual Theatrical Releases for IFC Films.
The conversation will be moderated by NYWIFT Board Member Rachel Watanabe-Batton.
This edition of NYWIFT Talks is free for all to attend.
READ MORELive Virtual Watch Party: “Wild Nights with Emily” Screening + Q&A
Wild Nights with Emily is a dramatic comedy about the life of Emily Dickinson, starring Molly Shannon. Appropriate viewing for middle school students on up through senior citizens, the film includes Dickinson's poems on screen.
Wild Nights With Emily is the story of Emily Dickinson's life long romantic relationship with Susan Gilbert, Emily's life as a writer, and the comic soap opera that was 1880's Amherst. This story is an important piece of feminist history, as well as a great way to observe LGBTQ pride this weekend that can be enjoyed by the whole family.
Q&A to follow with Director Madeleine Olnek.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks: Filmmakers and Activists discuss the Black Lives Matter movement, their life work and hope for the future.
In this week’s NYWIFT Talks, we bring together vibrant award-winning women filmmakers and activists dedicated to fighting systemic racism to discuss their work and the social justice movement of today. During the conversation, we will watch short clips focused on historical women civil rights activists. The purpose of the conversation is to come together and share artistic, political and personal survival stories during this painful time in American history.
This edition of NYWIFT Talks is free for all to attend.
The conversation will be moderated by NYWIFT Executive Director Cynthia Lopez.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks with NewFest’s Executive Director David Hatkoff
NewFest gives voice and visibility to all facets of the LGBTQ experience by presenting year-round screenings and events that include New York’s annual LGBTQ Film Festival every October, which began in 1988.
In this week’s NYWIFT Talks, join Executive Director of NewFest David Hatkoff for a Zoom conversation discussing the changes NewFest has made to continue to adapt during this COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, learn how they'll virtually celebrate the month of Pride!
This edition of NYWIFT Talks is free for all to attend and will be moderated by NYWIFT Board Member Alex Cirillo.
READ MOREVirtual Event: “Single” Screening + Q&A with Director Ashley Eakin
Single is a relatable, anti-romantic comedy that delivers an entertaining and insightful examination of human connection that also challenges preconceived notions of life with a disability. A girl born with one arm gets set-up on a blind with a guy who has one hand...and she is pissed.
The short film is the recipient of the NYWIFT Loreen Arbus Disability Awareness Grant.
After the screening, join us for a Q&A with director Ashley Eakin, moderated by NYWIFT Board Member Rachel Watanabe-Batton.
READ MOREVirtual Panel: The Art and Science of Fashion in Film Panel
Fashion Group International and NYWIFT are joining forces to bring you "The Art and Science of Fashion in Film." The panel will discuss the art of filmmaking and science of marketing fashion through films today, and how film is an essential branding tool for fashion and lifestyle brands. Feature films, web series, short films, branded content, live fashion events and music videos are all powerful ways to interact and create a dialogue with your audience. Taken from the point of view of both the creative and strategic marketing approaches, we’ll discuss the ingredients of a great film or campaign and how different brands are using the medium.
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Andy Hilfiger (Creative Director for Artistix Fashion), Ina Pira (Curator for Vimeo), and Matthew Rowean (MATTE Projects). Moderated by David Swajeski.
READ MOREVirtual Development Program: Demystifying Film Delivery: What Every Producer Should Know
Why should you be thinking about delivery now, when your production is on hold? Because the best time to start preparing for delivery—the crucial, final step needed to ready a film for distribution and GET PAID—is before you begin! And yet, delivery is often an afterthought in financing agreements, production budgets and workflows.
Join Stacey Smith of CinePointe Advisors for a “crash course” in film delivery. Stacey will review delivery terminology, explain how to negotiate the terms of delivery to distributors to save time and money and provide guidance in avoiding common pitfalls specifically related to legal and document delivery.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks with The Cherry Picks Co-Founder Miranda Bailey
In this NYWIFT Talks, join The Cherry Picks Co-Founder Miranda Bailey for a Zoom conversation. We’ll focus on how The Cherry Picks has revolutionized female film critics.
This conversation will be moderated by NYWIFT Board Member Rachel Watanabe-Batton and is free for all to attend.
READ MOREPOSTPONED NYWIFT Talks with IFP Executive Director Jeffrey Sharp
In this NYWIFT Talk, join Executive Director of IFP Jeffrey Sharp for a Zoom conversation. We’ll focus on on IFP and the future of digital learning within IFP.
This conversation will be moderated by NYWIFT Executive Director Cynthia Lopez and is free for all NYWIFT members to attend.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks The Writers Lab with Elizabeth Kaiden and Nitza Wilon
Join The Writers Lab Co-Founders Elizabeth Kaiden and Nitza Wilon for a Zoom conversation. We’ll focus on The Writers Lab and their mission to amplify the voices of women screenwriters over 40.
This conversation will be moderated by NYWIFT Board President Jamie Zelermyer.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks with New York Film Festival with Eugene Hernandez
In this NYWIFT Talk, join New York Film Festival's Director Eugene Hernandez for a Zoom conversation. We’ll focus on the future of film festivals in New York City including the future of New York Film Festival.
This conversation will be moderated by NYWIFT Senior Development and Editorial Consultant Maud Kersnowski-Sachs.
READ MORENYWIFT Talks with Costume Designer Dana Covarrubias
Join Costume Designer and 2018 NYWIFT Designing Women Honoree Dana Covarrubias for a Zoom conversation. We’ll focus on on her career, new projects, and what COVID-19 has meant for her as a costume designer.
This conversation will be moderated by NYWIFT Board President Jamie Zelermyer.
(Open to NYWIFT members only. Not a member yet? Go to www.nywift.org/join or email membership@nywift.org to take advantage of our Community Building Membership Campaign discount.)
READ MOREVirtual Discussion: NYWIFT Talks with Tribeca Film Festival Senior Programmer Lucy Mukerjee
In this NYWIFT Talk, join Tribeca Film Festival's Senior Programmer Lucy Mukerjee. Lucy will discuss Tribeca’s move to digital programming during COVID-19, and how she is continuing her LGBTQ+ advocacy work through her role at the organization
This discussion will be moderated by NYWIFT Board President Jamie Zelermyer.
READ MOREVirtual Event: Call Your Mother Screening + Q&A
Behind every famous comedian, there’s an infamous mom! In the hilarious new documentary Call Your Mother, the film explores the relationships between comedians and their mothers, and how they have indelibly shaped their craft. Please join us for a special sneak peek and panel discussion before the film debuts on Comedy Central on Mother’s Day...
READ MOREVirtual Discussion: NYWIFT Talks with Filmmaker Rachel Feldman
Join filmmaker Rachel Feldman for a virtual Zoom conversation. Rachel will discuss the COVID-19 effects on filmmakers and what the future holds for her current projects. Feldman is an accomplished director and writer in film and television. She is currently in active development to direct Lilly, a feature film based on the remarkable life of Fair Pay icon Lilly Ledbetter.
The conversation will be moderated by NYWIFT Executive Director Cynthia Lopez.
READ MOREWebinar: Brave New World: Reimagining Film Festivals in a Time of Crisis
When SXSW cancelled, it sent shockwaves through the indie film world. But the creative forces that have kept independent film vibrant over the decades are rising to meet the current crisis. Until we can once again gather in large crowds, the show is going on. Film festivals are moving online or reviving older forms such as using drive-ins for locations to gather at safe physical distances.
This panel brings together a group of creatives to discuss how people and organizations are responding nimbly and re-imagining ways to connect and support filmmakers and audiences. We will explore the possibilities for evolving out of this crisis to create more fluid and far-reaching concepts of film promotion, audience engagement, and distribution.
Join us for a conversation with Laurie Cheatle, Maori Karmael Holmes, Brian Newman, Alison Willmore, and Jeffrey Winter, moderated by Michelle Materre.
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