By David Bauder, Media Writer
The woman who has run HBO's documentary unit for 38 years and has been a key gatekeeper in the making of its nonfiction films says she will be stepping down early next year.
Sheila Nevins has worked on productions that have won 32 Emmy Awards, 42 Peabody Awards and 26 Academy Awards.
She told The New York Times that she'll be leaving but will continue to work on some leftover projects for HBO.
The 78-year-old said she is also considering a radio show and a book.
The American Film Market is coming back to Los Angeles for its 46th edition (November 11-16, 2025). Last year’s AFM® detoured to Las Vegas but now the event will return to L.A., shifting from its former Santa Monica roost to a new venue--the Fairmont Century Plaza in Century City, ideally situated just minutes from Beverly Hills, West Hollywood and Westwood, and next door to the AMC Century City 15 for screenings.
In the aftermath of the recent devastating fires in the L.A. area, the decision to again hold AFM in Southern California takes on an added significance. The business generated by the event can contribute to the economy of a city (where AFM started) that is a vital hub of the industry.
Over the decades, AFM has evolved from solely a transactional space into an essential event where industry leaders come together to launch the latest films and projects, assess the marketplace, share insights, and stay abreast of the rapid changes shaping the business.
Details about exhibition opportunities, registration, and the event’s agenda will be available shortly.
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