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Mendelson Screens Doc

Posted on September 9, 2024

Voice of America Executive Producer/ Director Beth Mendelson screened the documentary JAMALA: Songs of Freedom about Ukrainian singer/ songwriter Jamala at the Aspen Security Forum on July 17th. The panel of experts included moderator, Julia Ioffe, Founding Partner & Washington Correspondent Puck News, Natalie Jaresko, Chairperson of Aspen Institute Kyiv, Tom Wright, National Security Council, and Beth Mendelson.

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Now that the Super Bowl is over, let's talk about

Now that the Super Bowl is over, let's talk about the four seasons of the Houston Herricanes with the documentary's director, Olivia Kuan! The Houston Herricanes were a part of the first women's full tackle football league in the 1970s. Their unknown story is one of commitment, courage, and strength. Despite adversity and hardship, they fielded a team purely for the love of the game. What they started is a movement that is still in motion today.

Cinematographer Olivia Kuan (First Period, I Blame Society, The Clearing) makes her first outing as a documentary film director with this spirited portrait of the untold story of these trailblazing athletes... and it's a story close to her own heart, as Kuan's mother was a Herricane. She will discuss the film's production and distribution processes.

Learn more and register for the roundtable by selecting the event on our calendar at WIFV.org/calendar (link in bio)

The Screenwriters Roundtables are open to the publ

The Screenwriters Roundtables are open to the public, and provide a safe place for new and established writers to have their work read and critiqued. This meeting features a table read of the first 5 pages of a few scripts written by WIFV members.

Learn more and register for the roundtable by selecting the event on our calendar at WIFV.org/calendar (link in bio)

In the latest MediaMaker Spotlight podcast episode

In the latest MediaMaker Spotlight podcast episode, host Tara Jabbari interviews actor Carl Lumbly, known for his roles in Captain America, Alias, Doctor Sleep, and more. Lumbly shares insights and experiences from his career. The conversation highlights the importance of collaboration and respect in the industry, as well as the anticipation surrounding Lumbly's upcoming projects.

#Disney #CaptainAmericaBraveNewWorld #MarvelStudios #CaptainAmerica #DoctorSleep #Alias #CarlLumbly #Superheros #Fangirl #fangirling #podcasthost #podcast #mediapodcast #mediamakerspotlight #filmmakerscommunity #filmmakingpodcast #podcastonfilmmaking

In our latest MediaMaker Spotlight podcast episode

In our latest MediaMaker Spotlight podcast episode, Carl Lumbly is on to talk about the latest Captain America film that was released this weekend! Listen to the episode, available wherever you get podcasts (including YouTube)!

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Reel Moms is a Roundtable moderated by WIFV member

Reel Moms is a Roundtable moderated by WIFV member Alyscia Cunningham and WIFV. It is a supportive community for working Moms and Caregivers in the film and TV industry. Dads are welcome. For this "meeting," the beverage will be in your cup at your house, but the conversation will be online! You will be sent the login link to the coffee event with your registration confirmation.

Participate in the Reel Moms Short Film Challenge!
Tell a story in UNDER 2 minutes with the month's theme - BLIND. Upload your film on your video platform of choice (make sure it's viewable with a downloadable link) and submit the link to Alyscia - alysciac@gmail.com

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Happy Valentine's Day! Have you listened to our la

Happy Valentine's Day! Have you listened to our latest episode? It is out now, wherever you get your podcast!

#ValentinesDay #podcast #mediapodcast #podcastersofinstagram #podcastonfilmmaking #howdidthisgetmade #hdtgm

Come network with fellow VA mediamakers at this Ha

Come network with fellow VA mediamakers at this Happy Hour in Richmond! This is a "BuyYOB" event held in the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts' Best Café.

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A sneak preview of MediaMaker Spotlight's next pod

A sneak preview of MediaMaker Spotlight's next podcast episode coming out February 16th! Actor, Carl Lumbly talks about his upcoming role in Marvel's Captain America: Brave New World, releasing this weekend too!

#CaptainAmericaBraveNewWorld #MarvelStudios #CaptainAmerica #CarlLumbly #podcast #podcastersofinstagram #mediapodcast #mediamakerspotlight #filmmakingpodcast #podcastonfilmmaking #Superheros

Do you ever find a need to blur a face in your pro

WIFV Filmmakers capture and make history through t

WIFV Filmmakers capture and make history through their powerful storytelling. In this 45th Anniversary Year, WIFV will host four newsworthy panels.

Panel #2 - Will AI Enhance or Assault Equity?
This panel will feature panelists who will discuss the opportunities of AI and whether this technology will democratize or increase inequity within the film, TV, and publishing industries in 2025 and beyond.

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What makes a good rom-com? @tara_jabbari shares he

What makes a good rom-com? @tara_jabbari shares her opinion. Watch the full episode out now!
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Sandra Abrams explains the common tropes we find i

Sandra Abrams explains the common tropes we find in romantic comedies. Watch the full episode out now!

#podcast #podcastersofinstagram #podcasthost #ValentinesDay #RomCom #ForgettingSarahMarshall #CrazyRichAsians

This panel will feature panelists who will discuss

This panel will feature panelists who will discuss the opportunities of AI and whether this technology will democratize or increase inequity within the film, TV, and publishing industries in 2025 and beyond.

Learn more and register for the roundtable by selecting the event on our calendar at WIFV.org/calendar (link in bio)

Calling all filmmakers! The regular submission dea

Calling all filmmakers! The regular submission deadline for @dcdoxfest 2025 is just ONE WEEK away! The late deadline is March 14!

Submit your documentary feature or short to be part of a festival that champions bold voices, innovative visions, and truth-tellers.

DC-based filmmakers may apply to the special DC/FRAME program!

Go to @dcdoxfest link in bio to apply via FilmFreeway.

Where does the term, "meet-cute" come from? Candic

Where does the term, "meet-cute" come from? Candice Bloch (@janeofmanylanes) explains in our latest episode that is out now wherever you listen to podcasts!

#podcast #podcastersofinstagram #meetcute #romcom #romanticcomedies #podcasthost

This panel will feature panelists who will discuss

This panel will feature panelists who will discuss the opportunities of AI and whether this technology will democratize or increase inequity within the film, TV, and publishing industries in 2025 and beyond.

Learn more and register for the roundtable by selecting the event on our calendar at WIFV.org/calendar (link in bio)

"Mother of the Blues" Ma Rainey fights to assert h

"Mother of the Blues" Ma Rainey fights to assert her power while a defiant young trumpeter threatens to upend the order and claim the spotlight.

For the final film in our Stage to Screen series, WIFV Film Club will discuss MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM starring Viola Davis, Coleman Domingo, and, in his final role, Chadwick Boseman. The screenplay of August Wilson's seminal play was adapted by Ruben Santiago Hudson, produced by Denzel Washington and directed by George C. Wolfe with a score composed by Bradford Marsalis.

You can watch MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM on Netflix.

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It’s time for another all-hosts special! Hosts S

It’s time for another all-hosts special! Hosts Sandra, Tara, and Candice discuss romantic comedies ahead of Valentine’s Day. We discuss some of our favorite films, actors, and tropes within the ubiquitous rom-com genre, while also sharing some fun facts. https://mediamakerspotlight.com/ep-091-host-special-love-laughs-and-the-rom-com-genre/
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Melissa Davey explains how at 65 years old, she ha

Melissa Davey explains how at 65 years old, she had a change of career, #nevertooold!

Full episode is available now, wherever you listen to podcasts, including YouTube!

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What's next for Melissa Davey? She gives us a litt

What's next for Melissa Davey? She gives us a little preview in this clip!

Full episode is available now, wherever you listen to podcasts, including YouTube!

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