Against the Tide

Film Independent Member Nazanin Nematollahi tells stories of stories of protest and empowerment, inspired by her own journey.

Member Lens

Directors Close-Up

Our annual series celebrating the art and craft of directing is back, boasting an impressive lineup of storyellers from around the globe.

Passes On Sale Now

Spirit Awards Nominees

Film nominees? Check. Television nominees? Check. Full slate of 2023 Spirit Awards nominees at your fingertips? Check!

Film & TV Nominees

Events

Mon
Jan
30

Programs

First Look Theatrical Screening: 2022 Project Involve Short Films

Time 7:00 pm PT
Location Regal LA Live
Tickets FREE and open to the general public
You are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of the 2022 Project Involve short films. Film Independent is proud to present these six... Read More
Jan
31 -
Feb
01

Programs

First Look Online Screening: 2022 Project Involve Short Films

Time 12:00 am – 11:59 pm PT
Location Film Independent Presents Online Screening Room
Tickets FREE and open to the general public
You are invited to watch an online screening of the 2022 Project Involve short films in our Film Independent Presents Online Screening Room, powered by... Read More
Feb
01 -
Mar
01

Programs

Directors Close-Up 2023

Time 12:00 pm / 5:30 pm / 7:30 pm PT
Location Online / The Wallis
Tickets Details listed below
The Directors Close-Up series offers filmmakers and film lovers the unique opportunity to hear from and interact with top talent in independent film and television,... Read More

Blog

Programs Mon 1.30.2023

Introducing 30 New Project Involve Fellows to Ring in 30 Years of Film Independent Artist Development

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The list of celebrities turning 30 in 2023 is wide-ranging and a little bit surprising, including boy band A-listers Zayn Malik and Suga, funnyman Pete Davidson, soccer stars Harry Kane and Paulo Dybala, and amorphous “internet celebrities” KSI and Joji. One glaring omission, however, is Film In...

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