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 Jaydn Ray Gosselin, and producers Jacob Fertig (a Film Independent Fellow) and Brianda Gosselin-Hickey, moderated by Daniel Cardone (Senior Manager, Film Independent Nonfiction Programs).

The Film Independent Nonfiction Works-in-Progress Series offers documentary filmmakers a place to share their projects to receive constructive feedback.

Audiences have the opportunity to watch films as they enter the final stages of editing, offering feedback via in-depth surveys and moderated discussions, helping to ready projects for festivals and distribution.

Attendees will be asked to participate in the conversation following the film and fill out an anonymous questionnaire.

Beverages will be served prior to the screening, starting at 6:30 pm PT.

 
Abstract unearths the paradox of the U.S.-Mexico borderlands, the world’s deadliest and most surveilled migration corridor, where cutting-edge surveillance pushes migrants into more perilous routes, leaving forensic teams to recover and identify their remains. From forensic labs to drone operators patrolling the desert’s edges, the film interrogates the detachment demanded by those who study and surveil migrant bodies.
 
Rough cut, no color correction or sound mix, temp VO | 120 minutes, color | Director/Producer/Editor Jaydn Ray Gosselin, Producer Jacob Fertig, Producer Brianda Gosselin-Hickey
 

Registration Information

Film Lover Members receive priority entry at this event. Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access, and receive both priority entry and reserved seating. Email membership@filmindependent.org for more.

Film Independent Members and the general public can register for this event starting at 6:00 pm on Monday, November 24. | Registration is free; one registration per individual.
 

Tickets/Parking

On the day of the event, registrants may pick up tickets as early as 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time – look for Film Independent signage. Tickets are nontransferable and for general, unreserved theater seating only (except for Arts Circle Members). Attendees must be in their seat(s) at least 15 minutes prior to the advertised start time or seat(s) may be released. Entry/seating will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration does not guarantee entry, even with a ticket in hand.

Complimentary parking provided with validation. Garage entrance on Masselin.
 

Accessibility

Film Independent is committed to hosting events that are accessible. For inquiries regarding accessibility, or to request an accommodation, please contact us at accessibility@filmindependent.org or 323 556 9305.
 

Screening Policies

Availability window and registration capacity may vary; always register as early as possible. Limit one registration per individual, per event.

Attendees are required to follow all rules and guidelines as laid out by Film Independent and/or its partners. If a guest has been registered for an event by a Member, these policies shall apply to that guest. Violation of policies may result in suspension or termination of Membership/access to future events.

Event details and guest participation are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.