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🎬 So You Want to Write a Pilot? Join AFI Screenwriting Faculty Blake Masters for a free virtual seminar on October 14 at 5:00 p.m. PT. Discover what sets a great pilot apart and gain insights into the craft of compelling TV storytelling. RSVP at link in bio!
💚💖 Magic filled the AFI Campus as Winnie Holzman, writer of the book for the Broadway musical "Wicked" and co-writer of the movies #Wicked and #WickedForGood, visited for a special talk with AFI Screenwriting Fellows and Alumni. Joined by Anna Thomas, Head of the #AFIConservatory Screenwriting Discipline, Holzman discussed the craft of storytelling from Broadway to Hollywood.
From TASK to MARE OF EASTTOWN, AFI Alum Keith Cunningham has brought stories to life with his acclaimed production design. Don’t miss this free virtual AFI Conservatory seminar with the Emmy Award winner on October 7 at 5:00 p.m. PT—RSVP at link in bio.
🎥 How do filmmakers bring a character’s perspective to life? Join AFI Cinematography Faculty Hana Kitasei for a free virtual seminar, The Camera’s Perspective, on October 1. Learn how sound and image immerse audiences in a character’s point of view. Don’t miss out, RSVP via the link in bio.
🎬✨ Thanks to our incredible community, more than $150,000 was donated in support of #AFIConservatory thesis films! Through the leadership of James Costa and Emily Deschanel, the event illustrates the impact of supporting AFI’s emerging filmmakers.
AFI Alum Ari Aster kicked off the new school year with a special screening of EDDINGTON, followed by an inspiring conversation with Fellows about his time at the #AFIConservatory. Watch the full seminar video at the link in bio.
Discover your future in filmmaking — apply to the #AFIConservatory today! 🎬 Learn more by joining a free virtual info session on Saturday, September 27 at 11am PT to hear directly from the #AFI Discipline Heads. RSVP now via the link in bio. #FilmSchool #Apply #GraduateSchool
🎉 Congratulations to Jennifer Lane (AFI Class of 1994) on her Emmy win for Outstanding Structured Reality Program for @queereye!
Big wins at Venice! 🏆 Two films by AFI Alums received top honors at this year’s #VeniceFilmFestival, taking home the Golden Lion and the Grand Jury Prize. Congratulations to AFI storytellers whose work continues to shine on the world stage. 🌍
🎥 Applications to the AFI Conservatory are now open! Take the next step toward becoming part of the next generation of filmmakers. Start your journey at one of the world’s leading film schools and apply now via the link in our bio.
Applications for the #AFIConservatory open in just one week! Have questions about the admissions process? Join the AFI Admissions team for a free virtual information session on Friday, September 5 at 9:30 a.m. PT. RSVP now via the link in our bio.
We’re grateful to @Canva for helping us support emerging storytellers. As we welcome this year’s Canva Fellows at the AFI Conservatory, hear from the outgoing cohort about their filmmaking journey.
🎉 AFI is proud to announce the 2025–2026 recipients of the Canva Fellowship at the AFI Conservatory! Now in its third year, this partnership with @Canva continues to support our shared mission of educating and inspiring the next generation of storytellers to create visually impactful work. Learn more about this year`s recipients at the link in bio.
🎥🏆 @moviemakermag has, again, named the #AFIConservatory one of the Best Film Schools! This recognition belongs to our brilliant Faculty, Fellows, and Alumni, whose creativity and dedication power everything we do. Learn more at the link in bio. #MovieMaker #BestFilmSchool
“When thinking about the future, it occasionally pays to be unreasonably bold." Earlier this month, AFI Honorary Degree recipient Walter Murch spoke to the Class of 2025 about inventor William Dixon, the beginnings of cinema, and the importance of bold ideas. Watch his full AFI Commencement speech at the link in bio.
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