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Meet Every Filmmaker in the Room at the Guided Networking Event
Join Blackmagic Collective’s Orange County Chapter on November 11 for an in-person guided networking event designed to connect O.C. filmmakers in a fun, structured, and creative way.
How Come People Still Watch "Rocky Horror"?
With the 50th anniversary coming up, here's how some people are celebrating the cult classic.
Capturing Grief in Motion: Bren Cukier’s "Last Resort" Bridges Memory and Loss
Bren Cukier’s "Last Resort" intertwines home videos and new footage to turn a family trip into a tender reflection on memory, grief, and the enduring bonds of family.
Jasmine De Silva’s “Beauty Sleep” Reimagines Perfection in Pastel Horror
Jasmine De Silva’s “Beauty Sleep” transforms a pastel-pink funeral parlour into a darkly comic, retro-futuristic fairytale that explores beauty and identity, marking her bold narrative debut and proof of concept for her upcoming feature.
Building Creative Connections: Community Catch-Up Breakfast
Grab the chance to connect with filmmakers, students, and mentors over a complimentary breakfast at CFA Studio in Los Feliz.
Inside the Absurdist World of Abby Tozer’s "Muse"
Berkeley neuroscience grad Abby Tozer turns classical music angst into "Muse"—a surreal, noir short celebrating creativity, chaos, and indie spirit.
Breaking the Fantasy: Megan Barker’s Bold Leap from Actor to Filmmaker
Megan Elizabeth Barker’s debut short, "His Forbidden Sword", flips romance tropes to celebrate empowered women and bold independent filmmaking.
Alternative Financing: Fiscal Sponsorship 101
Learn how to access nonprofit funding, grants, and tax-deductible donations through fiscal sponsorship—an essential tool for independent filmmakers seeking alternative financing.
From Freelance to Funded: A Film Finance Masterclass with First Entertainment
Join Indeana Underhill and Meyoung Spektor from First Entertainment Credit Union for a 1.5-hour film finance masterclass designed to help filmmakers turn creative careers into financial stability.
Dreamweaving Identity: Nicole Dizon’s “Ruya” Threads Heritage and Healing
Filmmaker Nicole Dizon’s "Ruya" bridges dream and reality, honoring Filipino heritage through surreal storytelling and creative resilience.
Confronting the Unseen: Kamaria Williams Turns Trauma into Psychological Horror
Kamaria Williams’s "Haunted" turns intergenerational trauma into psychological horror, exploring identity, grief, and the power of the unseen.
Fixing the Chaos: Jennifer Gouchoe Turns Leaks into Laughter
In "Fix the Faucet", Jennifer Gouchoe turns personal mess into art, blending dark comedy, self-discovery, and indie filmmaking grit.
Finding Empathy Through Fury: Daniela Kafshi’s Bold Vision in “Ladybug”
Daniela Kafshi’s "Ladybug" defies expectations, blending irony and empathy to confront America’s gun violence with raw emotion and hope.
Wylie Anderson’s “How to Cry on Command” Confronts Digital Girlhood
Wylie Anderson’s "How to Cry on Command" explores online identity, childhood, and the dark side of digital culture in a dystopian school setting.
Inside "Roach": Angelica Gayle Redefines Horror Through Control and Constraint
British filmmaker Angelica Gayle’s debut "Roach" transforms personal trauma and creative limits into a bold, visually rich horror short.