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March 2021 Issue 8 Vol. 1
We Are So Much More Than A Film Club!
This month we're delivering on some of the amazing content our members have been creating in May. There have been some big wins in the MiFILM Community, and some opportunities are opening up for you to win too. Who wouldn't want to be a part of this?
A Message From Our Partners...
We are so excited to invite you to the 10th annual The Philadelphia Latino Film Festival, happening now through June 6, 2021!
As a special friend of the festival, we want to invite you to join us virtually as we celebrate with the festival team in honoring and showcasing emerging and established Latino and Latinx creatives and filmmakers who are telling the stories of the richness and diversity of our culture and experiences.The lineup brings together local and international films to screen for the first time in Philadelphia and tap into the personal stories of our people and the experiences of our evolving culture. We encourage you to invite your friends, family, and people in your network to virtually experience the festival for the only Latino film festival in Philadelphia. See you online at phlaff.org!
This year, #PHLAFF2021 will be free and hosted on PHLAFF.ORG, kicking off May 30-June 6.
Announcements
Meet MiFILM's New Legal Advisor, LV Taylor!
LV Taylor is an entertainment attorney, freelance writer and film lover. With previous experience in the music, fashion publishing and sports worlds, LV works with all types of creators and creatives helping to build and protect their brands and artistic visions. It is through this work that LV cultivates her love for film and writing. Her love for film was ignited in middle school as a drama student when she first discovered Turner Classic Movies and fell in love with classic Hollywood. LV is also a budding producer having produced a short film with more in the pipeline. She believes in the power of a beautiful or engaging story that allows one to see the world from a different point of view and speak a common language. Disclaimer: Although LV is a lawyer, she is not your lawyer. To learn more about her work and to receive professional advice follow LV on Twitter or contact her directly via email.
"I wholeheartedly support MiFilm’s mission and hope that I can offer my expertise to help further equity, inclusion and representation of marginalized groups in the entertainment industry. I am a storyteller and want to help other storytellers bring their vision to the world. MiFilm is a catalyst for change and I am honored to be a part of this movement." - LV Taylor If you missed our latest Clubhouse event, answering the top questions for freelance filmmakers looking to level up, it's not too late. Sign up to join the MiFILM Community now.
WE'RE CASTING!
NATIVES is slated to be a 1 hour drama defying society's standard of existence for a group of unapologetically Queer Native New Yorkers, as they navigate sexuality, self-worth, success and all that comes with adulting.
our Community Liaison, is currently casting two roles for an upcoming TV pilot,
NATIVES
. The project, which is scheduled to shoot in New York City,
will be directed by MiFILM Founder, Brittany Franklin and Produced by Co-founder Ian Q. Grant.
It's a family affair!
Make sure to follow Ronald on
to learn more about the creators behind NATIVES, and for updates on the making of this series, all month long!
"Legacy" by
Brandon Haynes
& Parker Foster follows photographer Marc C. as he explored his process while reflecting on his viral photo of the Black Live Matter 2020 protests in front of the Trump Tower.
Decorated with many notable laurels, this film is now a part of the 20th San Fran Doc Fest and will be playing at the Roxie Theatre! June 3-17.
(Photo credit Kewon Hunter)
Abraham Felix
directed
"The Unspoken Curriculum"
for production company Windy Films' client,
founded by Taraji P. Henson.
Filmed in Abraham's hometown, "The Unspoken Curriculum shapes how youth view themselves-and each other- in society. Together, we can help change what's really communicated in our schools to make it a healthier place for the minds of our students" [BLHF}.
Fun Fact: Harvey Burrell, Head of Production at Windy Films, also served as a mentor during our Branded Lab.
Alaa Zabara
has been selected as one of 30 talented entertainment professionals with Disabilities in
As a Director and Cinematographer, Alaa has a strong indication to increase representation for Hard-of-Hearing/Deaf filmmakers and socio-political issues around the globe. If you've followed her photo-series covering the recent "Free Palestine" march, you'd know, as well as we do, that her work is nothing shy of brilliant.
Luis G. Santos
(remotely) Directed "Right Now Rodeo" spotlighting country star Willie Jones for Spotify, and it's giving us all the vibes!
We're even more excited to support his new venture
Mobilize Media,
a production owned and operated by Black and Latinx filmmakers. To make invest in Luis mission, and to get cool merchandise connect with him
.
Since wrapping our Branded Lab,
Okema T. Moore
has lived up to her mantra "I will not be outworked." She has since been inducted into the PGA, was nominated for a Webby, her film
"Shhh"
was an official selection of the
Micheaux Film Festival and she recently was a serie
s director and Showrunner for comedian Hollie Harper's Late night show on BRIC TV (and these are just the wins we are allowed to share.)
Be sure to follow Okema on
where she posts frequent updates on her latest achievements and to learn more about work!
Events
We put the power of crowdfunding and Non-Fungible Tokens into your hands – allowing you to bridge the gap between the crypto world and modern aspects of society while making a return on investment.Take part in our first NFT auction featuring the best of this years crypto art community. We not only connect you to an Artist, we connect you to an industry of change - a future built using technology and art.The world is changing and we're at the center of everything.
MIFILM NFTs COMING THIS SUMMER!
ICYMI...
EVENTS - We hosted another informative panel with The Gotham on pivoting to audio storytelling. Watch the full event on IGTV for gems on how to turn your film into the next hit podcast! JOBS - Storyform.tv, The Denver Broncos and Gravy Films are all hiring. Find this and many more exclusive job postings by becoming a MiFILM member now.
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