The Changemakers

Andrew Ahn, Aaron T. Edmonds and Jomo Fray have been announced as the recipients of the 2025 Changemaker Awards.

Independent & Impactful

Don't-Miss Indies

Did you know that we're now closer to the year 2050 than we are to the year 2000? Crazy. Well, here are some movies to watch!

The July List

Festival Focus

In a modern entertainment industry that is ever-changing, how do film festivals actually help filmmakers? Let's explore.

Indie Insights

Events

Mon
Jul
21

Presents

Programmers’ Picks: Invention

Time 7:30 pm PT
Location Film Independent Theater
Tickets FREE for Members + 1 guest
Join us for Invention, followed by an in-person conversation with co-writer/director Courtney Stephens, actor Callie Hernandez and cinematographer Rafael Palacio Illingworth, moderated by Kate Mason... Read More
Wed
Jul
23

Programs

2025 Artist Development Showcase

Time 7:30 pm PT
Location Directors Guild of America
Tickets FREE and open to the general public
You’re invited to join us for our annual Artist Development Showcase, which includes the presentation of the annual Changemaker Awards and a curated program of... Read More
Thu
Jul
24

Film Independent

First Rounds: A Member Meet-Up

Time 7:30 pm PT
Location All Season Brewing Company
Tickets FREE for Arts Circle, Filmmaker Pro and Secret Members + 1 guest
Please note: This event will take place at All Season Brewing Company on S. La Brea Ave. (Previously scheduled to take place at Grandmaster Recorders... Read More

Blog

Programs Wed 7.16.2025

Meet the New Wave of Visionary Producers in the Imaginar Residency Class of 2025

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It’s officially that time of year again – when creativity, talent and career-changing opportunity come together in a big way. We’re talking about the Imaginar Producers Residency. Film Independent, in collaboration with Searchlight Pictures and the National Association of Latino Independen...

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Andrew Ahn, Aaron T. Edmonds & Jomo Fray Are Your 2025 Film...

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Film Independent Thu 7.3.2025

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Project Involve Deep Dive: ‘Dear Mama…’

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FiSpo Spotlight: Pride All Year Long

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Presents Mon 6.23.2025

Festival Visions: Film Fests – What Are They Good For?

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