It seems apt that a room full of teenagers introduced their documentaries about ableism, gentrification, and racism gathered ...

The summer is heating up, and this month’s invitation to cool off at the movie theater comes with a complete menu of indie ...

Film Independent’s Artist Development programs are all about uplifting new generations of artists. One of the magical things we’ve found over the 30-plus ...

Tickets will be available to Members starting at 12:00 pm PT on Thursday, July 9. Tickets open to the general public ...

LOS ANGELES (July 9, 2026) – Film Independent, the nonprofit arts organization behind the Spirit Awards, has teamed up with MUBI to bring a one-night-only Live Read® of the provocative 2002 cult ...

You’re invited to join us for the latest installment of our quarterly Member meet-up series. This is your opportunity to network and connect with fellow filmmakers ...

LOS ANGELES (November 18, 2025) — Film Independent, the nonprofit behind the Spirit Awards, announced the 15 projects and 34 filmmakers selected for its 23rd annual Fast Track Film Finance Market, ...

Help independent filmmakers tell their stories. Make a donation to A Soft Place to Land today. Film Independent’s Fiscal Sponsorship program opens the door to nonprofit funding for independent ...

Arts Circle, Film Lover, Secret Members and Fellows (with an active Membership), you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of Boorman and the Devil, including an in-person ...

LOS ANGELES (April 14, 2026) – Juan Devis, former Chief Creative Officer at the Public Media Group of Southern California (PBS SoCal | KCET), has been named President of Film Independent, the ...

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 ...