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We’re a non-profit arts org celebrating 40 years of supporting independent filmmakers through Artist Development Labs & programs.

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‘Murderbot’ fans this one’s for you! Dive into the Apple TV series starring Alexander Skarsgård with showrunners Chris and Paul Weitz (‘About a Boy’) #ontheblog. 🤖 Read here: filmindependent.org/blog/bifurca...

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Bifurcating Character with Incisive and Witty Inner Monologue: a Masterclass with ‘Murderbot’ Co-Showrunners Paul Weitz and Spirit Awards Winner Chris Weitz - Film Independent
One of the most delightful series to premiere this summer, Murderbot is a witty, quirky sci-fi dramedy that explores thought-provoking themes under the
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November 26, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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This month’s #FiPresents Programmers' Picks is 2023 Project Involve short, ‘Single Residence Occupancy’ on Fri, Dec 5, plus a Q&A with our #FiFellows: writer Belinda Huijuan Tang, director Omer Ben Shachar and cinematographer Wenting Fisher.

🎟️ Seats are limited: bit.ly/3XCwgMO
Programmers' Picks: Single Residence Occupancy - Film Independent
Arts Circle, Film Lover, Secret (shhh...) Members and Fellows (with an active Membership), you and a guest are invited to Programmers' Picks, a curated
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November 26, 2025 at 4:49 PM
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Family reunion with #FiPresents. We had the best time with #FiFellow HIKARI of ‘Rental Family’, #SpiritAwards-winning producers Eddie Vaisman and Julia Lebedev, & moderator Francisco Velasquez (Associate Director, Project Involve, Film Independent)! 🫂❤️

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November 25, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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⚒️ New Fi Nonfiction Works-in-Progress screening on Mon, Dec 8! Watch 'Abstract' and help the team ready their project with a convo + feedback sesh with director/producer/editor Jaydn Ray Gosselin, and producers Jacob Fertig (#FiFellow) and Brianda Gosselin-Hickey.

RSVP: bit.ly/4ip47m7
Fi Nonfiction Works in Progress: Abstract - Film Independent
You're invited to join us for a work-in-progress screening of Abstract, followed by a conversation and feedback session with director/producer/editor
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November 25, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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#FiPresents ‘Belén’ on Sat, Dec 6, followed by an in-person Q&A with writer/director/actor Dolores Fonzi, moderated by Claudia Puig (LAFCA). Based on a true story & Argentina’s official #Oscars submission.

🎟️ RSVP here: bit.ly/49WkG6z
Members-Only Screening: Belén - Film Independent
Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of Belén, including an in-person conversation with
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November 25, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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At this month’s #FiPresents Programmers’ Picks screening, #FiMembers got to watch Canada’s official 2026 Oscars submission ‘The Things You Kill’, plus hear from writer/director Alireza Khatami! 🇨🇦 Moderated by Film Independent’s Kate Mason! @Cineverse_ent

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Writer / director Alireza Khatami (L) and Film Independent Programming and Events Associate Kate Mason attend the Film Independent Special Screening of "The Things You Kill" at the Film Independent Theater on November 17, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amanda Edwards/Getty Images for Film Independent) Writer / director Alireza Khatami attends the Film Independent Special Screening of "The Things You Kill" at the Film Independent Theater on November 17, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amanda Edwards/Getty Images for Film Independent) Writer / director Alireza Khatami (R) and Film Independent Programming and Events Associate Kate Mason attend the Film Independent Special Screening of "The Things You Kill" at the Film Independent Theater on November 17, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amanda Edwards/Getty Images for Film Independent) Writer / director Alireza Khatami (L) and Film Independent Programming and Events Associate Kate Mason attend the Film Independent Special Screening of "The Things You Kill" at the Film Independent Theater on November 17, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amanda Edwards/Getty Images for Film Independent)
November 24, 2025 at 10:25 PM
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Puberty is a horror movie. ‘The Plague’ writer/director Charlie Polinger & cinematographer Steven Breckon discuss their new film with #FiPresents. 🦠

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November 24, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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As we gear up for the the 2026 #SpiritAwards nominations on Dec 3, we’re sharing a message from our Director of Artist Development, Angela Lee—also a 2016 #SpiritAwards nominee for producing Chloé Zhao’s ‘Songs My Brothers Taught Me’.

Become a #FiMember today: bit.ly/FiSAVote
November 22, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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A thrilling #FiPresents screening of ‘Any Day Now’. Thank you director Eric Aronson, actor Paul Guilfoyle and moderator Jenelle Riley (Variety) for joining us. 👀 Join our newsletter and see what’s next: bit.ly/FiNewsletter

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November 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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✨ FREE online info session on Dec 2! Learn about our Artist Development programs from Our AD team and #FiFellows who will break down how to stand out in your Documentary Story Lab (due Dec 15) & Episodic Lab (opening soon!) apps.

💬 RSVP here: bit.ly/48tsOu7
Spotlight Your Story: Applying to Our Artist Development Programs - Film Independent
With so many stories to tell – and so many storytellers – how do you stand out and access the resources needed to bring your film to life? Film
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November 21, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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A southern fried crime story. At the #FiPresents Q&A of #ViolentEnds, writer/director John-Michael Powell spoke with Fangoria’s Amelia Emberwing on his love letter to Arkansas. 💌

Watch the full Q&A here: youtu.be/dp7WKA342d4?...
November 21, 2025 at 7:50 PM
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Join #FiPresents for an online screening of ‘Re-Election’ followed by a pre-recorded Q&A with the cast/crew of the film moderated by Jenn Wilson (Senior Programmer, Film Independent).

✅ Vote yes on movie night! Sign up here: bit.ly/49Y2RUI
Members-Only Online Screening: Re-Election - Film Independent
Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to watch Re-Election in the Film Independent Presents Online Screening Room, powered by Vision
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November 20, 2025 at 11:11 PM
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TONIGHT at 7:30 PM! #FiPresents 'The Stringer: The Man Who Took The Photo' + an in-person Q&A with director Bao Nguyen, the film's participants and producers. Moderated by renowned news professional Lisa Ling (CBS News)!

Last call for tickets! bit.ly/49m4uLG
Members-Only Screening: The Stringer: The Man Who Took the Photo - Film Independent
Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of The Stringer: The Man Who Took the Photo, followed by an
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November 20, 2025 at 12:04 AM
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What a night! #FiPresents screened #Rosemead alongside director Eric Lin, writer Marilyn Fu, actress/producer Lucy Liu, actor Lawrence Shou and moderator Shirley Li. So proud of our #FiFellows Eric Lin and Mynette Louie (producer)! 💫 Out Dec 5!

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(L-R) Writer Marilyn Fu, actor Lawrence Shou, actress / producer Lucy Liu, director Eric Lin and moderator Shirley Li attend the Film Independent Special Screening of "Rosemead" at The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills on November 14, 2025 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Amanda Edwards/Getty Images for Film Independent) Actress / producer Lucy Liu at the Film Independent Special Screening of "Rosemead" at The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills on November 14, 2025 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Amanda Edwards/Getty Images for Film Independent) (L-R) Moderator Shirley Li, actress / producer Lucy Liu, director Eric Lin, actor Lawrence Shou and writer Marilyn Fu attend the Film Independent Special Screening of "Rosemead" at The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills on November 14, 2025 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Amanda Edwards/Getty Images for Film Independent) Director Eric Lin (L) and actor Lawrence Shou attend the Film Independent Special Screening of "Rosemead" at The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills on November 14, 2025 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Amanda Edwards/Getty Images for Film Independent)
November 19, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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We’re thinking of Film Independent President Josh Welsh on his birthday, who we lost on December 31st of last year. In honor of Josh, pull out a guitar and grab a donut today. 🎸❤️🍩

Read our tribute to him here: bit.ly/43BhF82
November 19, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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From the writers’ room to director’s chair. Writer/director Alex Russell (‘The Bear’, ‘Beef’) sat down with Variety’s Jenelle Riley to talk about his first-time directing experience with ‘Lurker’ at our #FiPresents screening.

🎤 Watch the full Q&A now: youtu.be/vOmqooGp1dc?...
November 19, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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TOMORROW NIGHT at 7:30 PM! #FiPresents 'The Stringer: The Man Who Took The Photo' + an in-person Q&A with director Bao Nguyen, the film's participants and producers. Moderated by renowned news professional Lisa Ling (CBS News)!

Get tickets now for this gripping doc from: bit.ly/49m4uLG
Members-Only Screening: The Stringer: The Man Who Took the Photo - Film Independent
Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of The Stringer: The Man Who Took the Photo, followed by an
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November 19, 2025 at 4:50 AM
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#FiPresents got an inside look into 'Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost' with director Ben Stiller and moderator Katie Walsh (LA Times). Now streaming on Apple TV!

Be a part of more special conversations like these. Join as a #FiMember: bit.ly/joinFi

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November 19, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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Our annual Fast Track Film Finance Market returns this week with 15 new fiction and nonfiction projects, and 34 filmmakers joining us! 🏃🎬 Over three days, our #FiFellows will connect with industry professionals who can propel their current projects forward.

Learn more #ontheblog: bit.ly/3XBw945
November 19, 2025 at 12:24 AM
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LAST CHANCE to save your seat for the #FiPresents screening of ‘Palestine 36’, plus an in-person Q&A with writer/director Annemarie Jacir. Moderated by Saree Makdisi (Professor, UCLA). Palestine's official #Oscars selection & a #TIFF premiere! 🇵🇸

👀 See you at 7:00 PM: bit.ly/3XqVtJY
Members-Only Screening: Palestine 36 - Film Independent
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November 18, 2025 at 11:48 PM
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👏 Film Independent is proud to support ‘Humans in the Loop’, which was awarded the $50k Sloan Distribution Grant! Written and directed by Aranya Sahay and produced by Mathivanan Rajendran.

Learn more: variety.com/2025/film/ne...
AI Drama ‘Humans in the Loop’ Receives Film Independent’s Sloan Distribution Grant, Enters Oscar Race (EXCLUSIVE)
AI-themed drama 'Humans in the Loop' has won the Film Independent Sloan Distribution Grant as the film qualifies for Academy Awards consideration.
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November 18, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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📢 The news is out! Here are the #FiFellows participating in this year's Fast Track happening this week.

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Film Independent Selects Participants For 23rd Fast Track Film Finance Market
Film Independent's Fast Track Film Finance Market has set its participants and projects for 2025, Deadline can report exclusively.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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TOMORROW at 7:00 PM! #FiPresents ’ ‘Palestine 36’, plus an in-person Q&A with writer/director Annemarie Jacir. Moderated by Saree Makdisi (Professor, UCLA). Palestine's official #Oscars selection & a #TIFF premiere! 🇵🇸

🎟️ Save your seat NOW:
Members-Only Screening: Palestine 36 - Film Independent
Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of Palestine 36, including an in-person conversation with
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November 18, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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At our #FiPresents screening, director Gus Van Sant sat down with Producer Cassian Elwes and discussed casting Bill Skarsgård and Dacre Montgomery for ‘Dead Man’s Wire’, his first film in seven years!

Catch the full behind-the-scenes here: bit.ly/4pAMnGX
November 18, 2025 at 1:04 AM
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#FiFellow Amanda Erickson is screening her new film ‘She Cried That Day’ on Sun, Nov 23 at LA Skins Fest! The film went through Film Independent’s 2023 Documentary Lab. 💫

Buy tickets here: laskinsfest.com/event/she-cr...
November 17, 2025 at 11:02 PM