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Oct 19

Meet the next generation of filmmakers at #AFIFEST!
Discover short narrative films from the most recent graduates of the world-renowned AFI Conservatory at the 40th edition of AFI FEST presented by @Canva.

Swipe through to explore the AFI Conservatory Showcases. Join us October 21–25 in Los Angeles and reserve your FREE tickets at FEST.AFI.com.

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Oct 16

AFI Screenwriting graduates are officially Writers’ Room Ready! 🎬✍️ Through this unique program, they are paired with top television creatives as they prepare to enter the writers’ room. Congratulations!

Inspired to take the next step in your filmmaking journey? Applications to the #AFIConservatory are now open. Apply now at AFI.edu.

#AFIWritersRoomReady #FilmSchool

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Oct 15

✍️ The first 10 pages of a screenplay can make all the difference. On October 22 at 4:30 p.m. PT, join AFI Screenwriting Faculty Member Jesse Wigutow for a free virtual workshop on what makes a screenplay’s opening pages compelling. RSVP today at the link in bio! ⁠
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Oct 14

🎬 Rachel Morrison (AFI Class of 2006) and Todd Banhazl (AFI Class of 2009) returned to the AFI Conservatory to discuss their collaboration on LOVE OF YOUR LIFE and share insights into their creative process. Watch the film on Prime Video starting today!

Inspired to take the next step in your filmmaking journey? Applications to the #AFIConservatory are now open. Apply now at AFI.edu.

#LoveOfYourLife #GuestLecture #FilmSchool ...

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Oct 13

🎬 What happens when your film doesn’t find a traditional distributor? On October 20 at 5:00 p.m. PT, join AFI Producing Faculty Member Annalisa Shoemaker for a free virtual workshop exploring independent distribution strategies and practical ways to get your film in front of audiences. Learn 10 actionable tips for taking control of your film’s release and reaching viewers on your own terms. RSVP today at the link in bio! ⁠
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Oct 10

🎬 On October 14 at 4:00 p.m. PT, join AFI Cinematography Faculty Lead Valentina Martinico, AIC for a free virtual workshop exploring the artistry and technology behind the cinematic image, from traditional photochemical processes to modern digital workflows. RSVP today at the link in bio!⁠ ⁠
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Oct 9

🎬 How does a production designer transform a written script into a fully realized world? On October 15 at 4:00 p.m. PT, join AFI Production Design Discipline Head Victoria Paul and Production Design Alum Samantha Lam for a free virtual workshop exploring the creative process of bringing a film’s characters and world to life. RSVP today at the link in bio!⁠ ⁠
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Oct 5

🎬 At AFI, you learn from the masters.

We were thrilled to welcome back director Rachel Morrison (AFI Class of 2006) and cinematographer Todd Banhazl (AFI Class of 2009) for a special screening of LOVE OF YOUR LIFE, followed by a conversation with Fellows about working together on the new film. They also showed their matching tattoos, which represent their own personal losses, a theme explored in the film.

🎥 Stay tuned for exclusive video from the seminar coming soon!

Applications to the #AFIConservatory are now open. Apply today at AFI.edu.

#LoveOfYourLife #GuestLecture #FilmSchool ...

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Oct 3

🎬 On Thursday, October 8 at 5:00 p.m. PT, join AFI Associate Dean of Production Sage Scroope for a free virtual workshop exploring the practical special effects and creative problem-solving behind the scenes. RSVP today at the link in bio!⁠
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Oct 1

🎬 At AFI, you learn from the masters.

We’re kicking off LGBTQ+ History Month with Russell T. Davies, creator of QUEER AS FOLK and the new series TIP TOE. Watch as he gets candid with AFI Conservatory Fellows, sharing the best advice he ever received and telling the story of how he made the move from writing drama to writing comedy. @russelltdavies63

Applications to the AFI Conservatory are now open. Apply today at AFI.edu.

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Sep 25

🎬 On Saturday, October 3 at 11:00 a.m. PT, join the AFI Admissions team for a virtual Meet & Greet with the AFI Conservatory’s Discipline Heads. Learn about the Fellow experience and what it takes to become part of AFI. RSVP at link in bio today!

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Sep 24

🎬 At AFI, you learn from the masters.

Paul Greengrass shares powerful advice with #AFIConservatory Fellows during an inspiring seminar following an exclusive screening of his new film, @theuprisingfilm.

Ready to take the next step in your filmmaking journey? Applications to the AFI Conservatory are now open. Apply today at AFI.edu.

#TheUprising #PaulGreengrass #FilmSchool

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