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 »

Mógúán: A Journey to Behavioral Health

Youth from the Ute Mountain Ute Reservation in Towaoc, Colorado visit the sites of Los Angeles to embrace new places and bolster their wellness. This piece is a short documentary that highlights their desire to see the world, experience new things and become leaders in their community.

4th Annual Native American Unscripted Workshop Fellows Selected

The Native American Media Alliance have selected 6 participants for the 4th Annual Native American Unscripted Workshop, a talent development program that aims to boost the careers of Native American filmmakers, journalists and media artists in the field of unscripted film and television. The participants will take part in a five day intensive that will… Read more »

FRYBREAD FACE AND ME – LA SKINS FEST SCREENING

The USC School of Cinematic Arts, USC Visions & Voices, and LA SKINS FEST invite you to Celebrate Indigenous Peoples‘ Day 2024 with a Special Theatrical Screening of FRYBREAD FACE AND ME Written and Directed by Billy Luther Produced by Chad Burris Followed by a Q&A with the Filmmakers 7:00 P.M. on Monday, October 14th, 2024 Norris Cinema Theatre at… Read more »

7th Annual Native American Feature Film Writers Lab – Fellows Selected

The Native American Media Alliance has selected four fellows for the 7th Annual Native American Feature Film Writers Lab, a talent development program that boosts the careers of Native American writers in cinema. In collaboration with Comcast NBCUniversal, Cherokee Film, City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs and US Bank, the Native American Feature… Read 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 »

4th Annual Native American Writers Seminar – Fellows Selected

 The 4th Annual Native American Writers Seminar, in partnership with the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, has announced five selected fellows for this year’s program.    “It’s an incredible experience to see emerging indigenous talent develop through the seminar.” Announced Ian Skorodin, director of strategy for the Native American Media Alliance. “Each seminar fellow… Read more »

9th Annual Native American TV Writers Lab – Fellows Selected

The Native American Media Alliance is excited to announce the seven selections for the 9th Annual Native American TV Writers Lab fellows. This year’s TV Lab is in partnership with Comcast NBCUniversal, Golden Globes Foundation, Netflix, National Endowment for the Arts, and Snowpants Productions. “The Native American TV Writers Lab has an extraordinary record of… Read more »

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 »

Native Youth Film Workshop 2024

The first Native Youth Film Workshop of 2024! Native youth learn the art of filmmaking and produce their own movie! The workshop provides hands on training in camera operation, sound recording, editing, acting and directing! The youth work together as a production team to develop and shoot short films throughout the week. The youth present… Read more »