Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of Wicker, including an in-person ...

New York acts differently than anywhere else; it has its own look, its own vernacular. Whether it’s the Wall Street power ...

Time to cozy up with a good flick and a robust conversation. This month’s indie offerings leave  us with plenty to chew on and mull over, with several ...

Please note: This theatrical screening has reached its registration capacity. Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access, and receive both priority entry and reserved seating. Email [email protected] ...

3rd Thursdays is your monthly opportunity to learn about the events and services that Film Independent provides, and network with fellow filmmakers and film lovers. Open to all, attendees will hear a ...

Big news for the 2027 Film Independent Spirit Awards: filmmaker Roman Coppola is joining the team in a brand-new role as Creative Consultant, helping shape a unique creative vision for both the ...

LOS ANGELES (May 1, 2026) — Film Independent, the nonprofit arts organization behind the Film Independent Spirit Awards, announced today the selection of nine filmmakers across six projects for its ...

LOS ANGELES, CA – October 29, 2026 – Film Independent announced today that filmmaker Roman Coppola will serve in the newly created role of Creative Consultant for the 2027 Film Independent Spirit ...

Through a series of meetings and workshops, the Documentary Story Lab and Documentary Producing Lab advance the careers of nonfiction filmmakers by introducing them to film professionals who provide ...

Welcome to Fiscal Spotlight, a special monthly round up of projects—at all stages of production—working their way through Film Independent’s Fiscal Sponsorship pipeline. Enjoy! Film Independent’s ...

What happens when you fall in love with filmmaking, but don’t come from an artistic background and don’t have an MFA from the big film schools? Gerardo Maravilla looked to the resources that Film ...

Fiscal sponsorship is an arrangement between an existing 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and an individual or entity lacking the legal status needed to receive grants from foundations, individual ...