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18th Annual LA SKINS FEST – SAVE THE DATE
“As the entertainment industry continues to reshape itself, the LA SKINS FEST continues to grow opportunities for our community.” Announced Patricia Gomes, festival director. ”This year, we are expanding the festival and increasing our ability to showcase new indigenous cinema.” The LA SKINS FEST will celebrate its films and filmmakers at the iconic Chinese Theater... Read more »
Find out more »18th Annual LASF
“As the entertainment industry continues to reshape itself, the LA SKINS FEST continues to grow opportunities for our community.” Announced Patricia Gomes, festival director. ”This year, we are expanding the festival and increasing our ability to showcase new indigenous cinema.” The LA SKINS FEST will celebrate its films and filmmakers at the iconic Chinese Theater... Read more »
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Writers
Native American TV Writers Lab Now in it's seventh year, the Native American TV Writers Lab hosts 8-12 fellows each year in a multi-week lab that provides creative and professional guidance. Native American Feature Film Writers Lab The Native American Feature Film Writers Lab is a 10-week lab that has each participant complete a feature... Read more »
Find out more »5th Annual Native American Showrunner Program Fellows Selected
The Native American Media Alliance announced its selections for the 5th Annual Native American Showrunner Program, sponsored by Comcast NBCUniversal, Cherokee Film and the National Endowment for the Arts. “This endeavor has been a groundbreaking resource for experienced Native writers seeking advanced career development,” said Ian Skorodin, Director of Strategy for the Native American... Read more »
Find out more »4th Annual Native Writer Accelerator Grant
The Native American Media Alliance announced the recipients of the 4th Annual Native American Writers Accelerator Grant. With support from Netflix’s Fund for Creative Equity, the organization launched the Native American Writer Accelerator Grant for fellows from their highly successful writers programs. "The Native American Accelerator Grant continues to be a powerful platform for empowering... Read more »
Find out more »18th Annual LA SKINS FEST Recap
The 18th Annual LA SKINS FEST was an incredible week long event that hosted hundreds of Native American and indigenous filmmakers and showcased over 80 new films! Events included screenings at the iconic TCL Chinese Theater, industry mixer at Creative Artists Agency, movie studio tours, luncheon at Netflix, pow wow in Hollywood and concluded at... Read more »
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Native American Filmmaker and Writer Luncheon
Netflix hosted a special luncheon to celebrate Native American filmmakers and writers. This exclusive event provided a unique opportunity to network, share experiences, and explore potential collaborations. Participants enjoyed a delicious meal and engaging conversation with industry professionals and fellow indigenous artists. This event is only available by invitation only.
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The Great Cherokee Grandmother
A pleasant date between a man of Cherokee heritage and a Caucasian woman goes downhill when the woman flagrantly fixates on the very bane of Cherokee peoples’ existence: the Cherokee Grandmother syndrome.
Find out more »The River
A mother struggling with problem gambling is at war with herself and puts her family in the crossfire. THE RIVER is a poignant exploration of family, addiction, and cultural legacy, set against the backdrop of the Gila River Indian Reservation. The story follows three generations of basket makers from the O’otham tribe: Rocky, struggling with... Read more »
Find out more »Ghosts in the Blood
A modern-day genetics professor struggles personally and professionally when, while conducting an experiment, he inadvertently stumbles across a quantum connection with his ancestors.
Find out more »Patriot
John, a militia member who stormed the capitol on January 6th, deals with relationships while his militia plans to kidnap a Senator.
Find out more »Come Together
Inspired by the 1978 documentary “Omai Fa’atasi: Samoa Mo Samoa,” a teenage girl growing up in a strict Samoan household lives the same day everyday cooking, cleaning, and taking care of her siblings until she joins a community organization that helps her realize her full potential.
Find out more »Hasta la Raíz
Set in 1856 in the greater Los Angeles basin, a Gabrieleno (Tongva) woman working at a Mexican rancho must fight for her land and daughter when the ranchero’s wife leaves to defend her own land grant.
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11/20, 10p: Filmmaker After Party
Join this year's filmmakers at the Roosevelt Hotel's Sherley's Brasserie Restaurant! This event follows the incredible opening films from this year's festival and celebrates the emerging talent in Indian Country. This event also honors the many participants of the year round development programs from the Native American Media Alliance and highlghts our partnership with the... Read more »
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