Forum Flashback

As we enter the final stretch of 2025, we're taking a look back to the Forum and its panels all about pitching, financing and more...

It's November? Really?

Don't-Miss Indies

Fact: the announcement of the 2026 Spirit Awards nominees is on December 3. Also, these movies are great, so watch them!

Thankful 4 Films

Spectacular Spike

There's never a bad time to look back at the indelible career of filmmaker Spike Lee, whose 24th narrative feature is streaming now.

A singular visionary

Events

Tue
Dec
02

Programs

Spotlight Your Story: Applying to Our Artist Development Programs

Time 5:30 pm PT
Location Online
Tickets FREE and open to the general public
With so many stories to tell – and so many storytellers – how do you stand out and access the resources needed to bring your film... Read More
Thu
Dec
04

Presents

Members-Only Screening: Predators

Time 7:30 pm PT
Location Landmark Sunset
Tickets FREE for Members + 1 guest
Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of Predators, followed by an in-person conversation with director... Read More
Fri
Dec
05

Presents

Programmers’ Picks: Single Residence Occupancy

Time 7:30 pm PT
Location Film Independent Theater
Tickets FREE for Members + 1 guest
Join us for 10-minute short film Single Residence Occupancy, followed by an in-person conversation with writer Belinda Huijuan Tang, director Omer Ben Shachar and cinematographer... Read More

Blog

Film Independent Mon 11.24.2025

Bifurcating Character with Incisive and Witty Inner Monologue: a Masterclass with ‘Murderbot’ Co-Showrunners Paul Weitz and Spirit Awards Winner Chris Weitz

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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 guise of a breezy and surprisingly charming narrative about what it means to be human. The most unexpected element: it is told entirely through the ...

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