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2026 Film Independent Spirit Awards Announces Open Call for Submissions

Film Independent, the nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering independence and inclusivity in visual storytelling, announced today that it is now accepting film and television submissions through September…

Posted On: August 19, 2025

Film Independent Announces Episodic Lab Participants

Film Independent, the nonprofit arts organization that produces the Spirit Awards, announced the six writers selected for the 2025 Episodic Lab. Bryce Cracknell, Spencer Jamison, Rom Lotan, Lilian T. Mehrel…

Posted On: August 8, 2025

Three Filmmakers Selected for the Second Imaginar Producers Residency

Film Independent, the nonprofit arts organization that produces the Spirit Awards, is thrilled to announce the three selected Fellows for the second annual Imaginar Producers Residency, made possible by…

Posted On: July 16, 2025

Film Independent to Honor Andrew Ahn, Aaron T. Edmonds and Jomo Fray with Changemaker Awards

Film Independent, the nonprofit arts organization that produces the Spirit Awards, announced today the recipients of the third annual Changemaker Awards, presented to three outstanding Film…

Posted On: July 10, 2025
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