Film Independent has added the following panelists to its 10th annual Directors Close-Up series:
Lena Dunham – Writer/Director, “Tiny Furniture;” Debra Granik – Writer/Director, “Winter’s Bone,” “Down to the Bone;” Darrin Navarro – Editor, “Bug,” Assistant Editor, “The Exorcist” – re-release; Billy Ray – Writer, “The Hunger Games,” Writer/Director, “Breach;” Franco-Giacomo Carbone – Production Designer, “Bug,” “The Expendables”
Taking place in Los Angeles over five consecutive weeks, guests will first-hand from prolific film directors whose originality, ingenuity, and talent have set them apart as leaders in their craft. Previously announced speakers include moderators James Gray (Two Lovers), Robin Swicord (The Curious Case of Benjamin Button), and David Ansen (Los Angeles Film Festival Artistic Director); panelists Lisa Cholodenko (The Kids Are All Right), Jay & Mark Duplass (Cyrus), William Friedkin (The Exorcist, The French Connection), Nicole Holofcener (Please Give), Matt Reeves (Let Me In, Cloverfield), Michael Giacchino (Let Me In, Up, Star Trek), Skywalker Sound’s Douglas Murray (Let Me In, Cloverfield), and Will Files (Let Me In, Cloverfield).
Film Independent’s 2011 Directors Close-Up sponsors include Skywalker Sound, The Landmark Theatres, the Directors Guild of America and SAGIndie/Screen Actors Guild. Cinedigm Digital Cinema is the official digital advisor and reception host.
When: Every Wednesday from Feb. 2 to Mar. 2 from 7:30 p.m – 9:30 p.m.
Where: The Landmark, West Los Angeles – 10850 West Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064
Purchase Tickets & Passes: Tickets are $35 for Film Independent members and $45 for the general public, with series passes at $150 for Film Independent members and $180 for the general public.
For more information on panel descriptions and participants, and to buy tickets/passes, please visit www.FilmIndependent.org or call 310-432-1222
About FILM INDEPENDENT
Film Independent is a non-profit arts organization that champions independent film and supports a community of artists who embody diversity, innovation, and uniqueness of vision. Film Independent helps filmmakers make their movies, builds an audience for their projects, and works to diversify the film industry. Film Independent’s Board of Directors, filmmakers, staff, and constituents, are comprised of an inclusive community of individuals across ability, age, ethnicity, gender, race, and sexual orientation. Anyone passionate about film can become a member, whether you are a filmmaker, industry leader, or a film lover.
With over 250 annual screenings and events, Film Independent provides access to a network of like-minded artists who are driving creativity in the film industry. Film Independent offers free Filmmaker Labs for selected writers, directors, and producers; provides cut-rate services for filmmakers; and presents year-round networking opportunities. Film Independent’s mentorship and job placement program, Project:Involve, pairs emerging culturally diverse filmmakers with film industry professionals.
Film Independent produces the Los Angeles Film Festival, celebrating the best of American and international cinema and the Spirit Awards, a celebration honoring films and filmmakers that embody independence and dare to challenge the status quo.
For more information or to become a member, visit www.FilmIndependent.org.
