Film festivals act as gatekeepers and trendsetters, shifting the directions of careers and successes with their reputations, influence and laurels. This panel will discuss how festivals uphold their programming integrity and how transparent they are regarding their selection process. Panelists will explore the relationship between these powerful institutions and the filmmakers they serve. To better answer the question: What is the right festival for me and how do I get into it?" From the judging process to the advantages of smaller vs larger festivals, to how festivals are pivoting in an ever-changing landscape, this conversation will help you decide what home is best for your film.
Moderator: Jim Farmer, OutOnFilm
Speakers: Chloe Cook, Sidewalk Film Festival
Dan Brawley, Cucalorus Film Festival
Charles Judson, Film Impact Georgia
Film festivals act as gatekeepers and trendsetters, shifting the directions of careers and successes with their reputations, influence and laurels. This panel will discuss how festivals uphold their programming integrity and how transparent they are regarding their selection process. Panelists will explore the relationship between these powerful institutions and the filmmakers they serve. To better answer the question: What is the right festival for me and how do I get into it?" From the judging process to the advantages of smaller vs larger festivals, to how festivals are pivoting in an ever-changing landscape, this conversation will help you decide what home is best for your film.
Moderator: Jim Farmer, OutOnFilm
Speakers: Chloe Cook, Sidewalk Film Festival
Dan Brawley, Cucalorus Film Festival
Charles Judson, Film Impact Georgia