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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 47m

Another #FiPresents movie night at The London West Hollywood for ‘Blue Moon’ with actor Ethan Hawke and moderator David Canfield (The Hollywood Reporter). 🍿🌙 In LA & NY on Oct 17!

Join as a #FiMember for more exclusive screenings + Q&As: bit.ly/joinFi

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 18h

Composers! Want to showcase your reel? Register for this event and follow the emailed instructions.

Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 18h

Calling all producers & directors! Find the perfect composer for your next project at IndieLink: Composers on Tue, Oct 28. 🎼🤝 Watch music reels and chat with diverse group of composers.

Happens only once a year! Sign up here: bit.ly/46mqapd

Promotional banner for IndieLink 2025: Composers event on October 28 at Film Independent HQ, featuring piano keys in the background and an invitation to meet talented composers, watch music reels, and attend a networking reception.

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 22h

👏 Among the honorees for the Critics Choice 4th annual Celebration of #AAPI Cinema & TV are #FiFellows Chloé Zhao ('Hamnet'), HIKARI ('Rental Family') & Shih-Ching Tsou ('Left-Handed Girl'). Congrats!

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Lucy Liu, Chloé Zhao, ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Among Honorees For Critics Choice 4th Celebration Of AAPI Cinema & Television

Honorees for Critics Choice 4th Annual Celebration Of Cinema & Television include Lucy Liu, Chloe Zhao, director HIKARI, and KPop Demon Hunters

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 22h

How Director Chad Hartigan’s new film starring Zoey Deutch updates the #romcom for the modern era. ♥️ #TheThreesomeMovie

Watch the full ‘The Threesome’ #FiPresents Q&A on our YouTube channel: bit.ly/4q76TQv

Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 23h

#FiFellow Pavlina Hatoupis (Fast Track '08) is an EP on the upcoming @netflix.com series adaptation of 'Age of Innocence'!

Read more: variety.com/2025/tv/news... via @variety.com

‘Age of Innocence’ Netflix Series Rounds Out Main Cast

Netflix has filled out the remaining cast of its upcoming series adaptation of "The Age of Innocence."

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 1d

🎁 P.S. Memberships are the perfect gifts for the film lovers and filmmakers in your life!

Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 1d

Submissions for the 2026 #SpiritAwards are officially CLOSED! That means we’re just 2 months away from voting & consideration. 🗳️#FiMembers get exclusive access to the year's best indie films + series — streaming at home.

Make sure your Membership is active! 👉 Join or renew here: bit.ly/joinFi

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 1d

In honor of Spike Lee’s latest film ‘Highest 2 Lowest’, #ontheblog we have a loose retrospective on some of his most acclaimed and underrated titles in regards to storytelling and the human experience.

🎞️ Read here: bit.ly/48SwMNB

✍️: Adam Vargas

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 1d

We reached our goal and surpassed it! 🎉 We are beyond grateful for this community for coming together. Special thanks to Gail Mutrux on behalf of Stuart Cornfeld, & Col and Karen Needham!

The Josh Welsh Legacy Fund and the Josh Welsh Legacy Endowment remain open to support: bit.ly/41FtI3b

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 1d

Set over the course of a single day during the 1993 Nigerian election crisis, an estranged father and his two young sons travel through the massive city while political unrest threatens their journey home.

Join as a #FiMember to attend: bit.ly/joinFi

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 1d

This month’s #FiPresents Programmers’ Pick: ‘My Father’s Shadow’ on Mon, Oct 27 + an introduction with co-writer/director Akinola Davies Jr. 🇳🇬 From MUBI, an official selection of the 2025 #TIFF, #Canne & #LFF!

🎟️ Tickets here: bit.ly/46ZLrnK

Programmers' Picks: My Father's Shadow - 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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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 1d

🎬 REMINDER: Don’t miss this essential session! Join us online Tue, Oct 14 for a convo with Alyson Locacciato from Front Row Insurance who will cover the importance of Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance.

👉 Register now (FREE for #FiMembers!): bit.ly/47Ze5Yj

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 1d

Thank you for taking a trip to ‘Fairyland’ with #FiPresents! 🧚 Following the screening, we had an insightful Q&A with director Andrew Durham and moderator Amelia Rogers. Catch the film in theaters Oct 10.

RSVP here for more: bit.ly/FiPresents

📸: Amanda Edwards/@GettyImages.com

Moderator Amelia McPartlon Rogers (L) and director Andrew Durham attend the Film Independent Special Screening of "Fairyland" at Landmark Theatres Sunset on October 05, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amanda Edwards/Getty Images for Film Independent)

Director Andrew Durham attends the Film Independent Special Screening of "Fairyland" at Landmark Theatres Sunset on October 05, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amanda Edwards/Getty Images for Film Independent)

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 1d

Congrats to #FiFellow Alina Simone for being selected as a recipient of the 2025 Academy Gold Fellowship for Women! 👏 Simone participated in the Documentary Lab in 2023.

Read more: www.screendaily.com/news/academy...

Academy Gold Fellowship for Women goes to Alina Simone and Marlen Vinayo

The fellowship provides support, mentorship and networking opportunities.

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 2d

🚨 TIME IS TICKING! Apply to the Episodic Directing Intensive by TONIGHT at 11:59 PM PT! Join as a #FiMember and apply here: bit.ly/EpDirInt

Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 4d

🎬 Ready to break into episodic TV? The Episodic Directing Intensive is a 3-day program where directors learn directly from showrunners, execs & veteran directors. The FINAL #FiMember deadline is Mon, Oct 6

Join + apply now ➡️ bit.ly/EpDirInt

Episodic Directing Intensive - Film Independent

The Episodic Directing Intensive is a three-day program that prepares its participants for a career in episodic directing through conversations with

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 3d

FINAL few hours to donate to the Josh Welsh Legacy Fund, and we are so close to our $250K goal!

Every dollar counts until midnight PT tonight! ‼️ Donate NOW: bit.ly/41FtI3b

We are so grateful to our community for honoring Josh, and there is still time for you to help us cross the finish line.

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 4d

🎬 Ready to break into episodic TV? The Episodic Directing Intensive is a 3-day program where directors learn directly from showrunners, execs & veteran directors. The FINAL #FiMember deadline is Mon, Oct 6

Join + apply now ➡️ bit.ly/EpDirInt

Episodic Directing Intensive - Film Independent

The Episodic Directing Intensive is a three-day program that prepares its participants for a career in episodic directing through conversations with

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 4d

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 4d

Day 2 of last weekend’s #FiForum25 was packed! Our panels covered everything from refining your pitch and navigating AI & legal challenges, to diving deep into doc ethics, indie funding and fresh takes on TV. 🎬

Join as a #FiMember for more education and networking events like these: bit.ly/joinFi

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 4d

Join us online Tuesday, October 14 for The Importance of Being Insured: Protecting Your Project, a must-attend session for creative producers navigating distribution.

Featuring Alyson Locacciato from Front Row Insurance!

FREE for #FiMembers! 🔗 Sign up here: bit.ly/47Ze5Yj

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 4d

Deadline extended! Indie stories matter and now you have more time to contribute to the Josh Welsh Legacy Fund.

We still need to raise $35K+ by Sun, Oct 5, and every dollar honors Josh and supports the artist programs he championed.

Thank you for standing with us. ❤️ Donate here: bit.ly/41FtI3b

Josh Welsh's Legacy - Film Independent

Josh Welsh was a tireless champion of independent voices... ...a trusted arts leader and a cherished colleague and friend. His journey began with Film

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 5d

🚨 FINAL CALL! Arts Circle, Filmmaker Pro & Secret Members, TODAY is the last extended film deadline for the 2026 #SpiritAwards.

Join as a #FiMember & submit by 11:59 PM PT: bit.ly/SpiritAwardsSubmit

Submissions - Film Independent

SPIRIT AWARDS SUBMISSIONS The 41st Film Independent Spirit Awards will take place on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Nominees will be announced December 3,

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Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 5d

Don’t miss this exciting reunion for frequent collaborators, actor Hawke and director Richard Linklater, who won at the #SpiritAwards together for ‘Boyhood’ in 2015!

Film Independent @filmindependent.org · 5d

Join #FiPresents for ‘Blue Moon’ followed by an in-person Q&A with actor Ethan Hawke, moderated by David Canfield (The Hollywood Reporter). Happening Tue, Oct 7 at The London West Hollywood.

🎟️ Tickets: bit.ly/46A4ZAa

Members-Only Screening: Blue Moon - Film Independent

Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of Blue Moon, followed by an in-person conversation with actor

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