“Stretches” Written & Directed by: Ansh Pathapadu Brief Synopsis: After a devastating tennis tournament loss, fifteen-year-old Sam endures a silent and strained car ride home with his father, Jack. The journey unravels suppressed emotions, unmet expectations, and the complicated bonds of family, forcing both father and son to confront truths they’ve long avoided. Filming Dates:… Read more »

Women in Film and Video Workshop Every grant maker is going to ask you who your audience is before they decide to support your work.  “Everyone” is an answer that won’t convince anyone.  This workshop will help you identify partnerships, audiences, and even film festivals that can be cultivated to support your film.  If you… Read more »

SEEKING: MALE / ANY ETHNICITY / AGE 40-60 ROLE: KING BALTHAZAR The Velvet Appetite is a satirical, comedic student short film. The story follows King Balthazar, a gluttonous, larger-than-life medieval king. His selfishness blinds him to an uprising in his kingdom, leading to disastrous consequences – AND A TWIST! 1 DAY SHOOT. UNPAID. NON-UNION. Shoot… Read more »

Films Talk Back, “Ghost Planet” & Filmmaker Philip Cook Friday, April 18, 2025, 7 p.m. Free Admission General Admission Join filmmaker Philip Cook for a talk back following a screening of his epic space thriller. From the official website: A group of astronauts venture to a mysterious planet to claim the find of the century… Read more »

Fredericksburg Film Festival (FFF) returns for its second year from April 16–20 in historic Fredericksburg, VA, showcasing over 40 independent films along with panels, mixers, and social events hosted throughout the city. View the full lineup here: fxbgfilmfestival.eventive.org/films Industry panels include The Business of Filmmaking and The Final Cut: Sound, Color, and Storytelling in Post-Production, with hands-on workshops like The Art of Short-Film Screenwriting for aspiring screenwriters… Read more »

The Roy W. Dean Short Film Grant deadline is fast approaching—April 29, 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for short film creators to receive funding and professional support to bring their vision to life. Offered by the top-rated nonprofit From the Heart Productions, this grant provides $3,000 in cash and thousands more in industry services to support independent… Read more »

The Richmond Film Network Screenwriting Showdown offers writers the opportunity to win cash and prizes! Whether you’re an established storyteller or an emerging voice, this is your chance to stand out and contribute to the future of independent film. Fees and Deadlines ·  Early Bird – $35, deadline May 1, 2025 ·  Regular – $45, deadline June… Read more »

CASTING CALL – FEATURE FILM Title: The 8 God: For the Love of Hip-Hop Production Company: Visions Filmworks Type: Independent, Non-Union, Paid (Post-Completion) Location: Richmond, VA Shoot Dates: June 7th, 21st & July 5th, 19th SYNOPSIS: A romance drama set in the gritty underground world of hip-hop. When an emcee and a studio owner cross… Read more »

Female – 30 to 40-ish – Looking for any ethnicity for a 2 day shoot on a short film shooting in Bedford, Va. We’d prefer someone close to Bedford if possible (i.e. Lynchburg, Roanoke, etc.) Non Union is okay. NO Nudity. $150 per day Dramedy. Synopsis: A man kidnaps the daughter of a wealthy business… Read more »

Fill out the form below if interested. “When a melancholy Painter and a fearful doomsday prepper face the end of the world, they must come to terms with their imminent demise” Rose 20-30s punk rock survivalist preparing for the worst while hiding her fears and guilt Adam 20-30s a grief-stricken painter drowning his sorrows in… Read more »

Seeking extras for a feature film. Shoots May 17-18, 24-25, 31st and June 1st, 7, and 8 in the Fredericksburg-Stafford-Woodbridge area. The extras will be paid $100 for about 3hrs. If interested, email Kendrick Keener at [email protected] Website: https://www.youtube.com/@SomeplaceintheMiddle2025   ***The Virginia Film Office is not affiliated with this project and it is up to… Read more »

Casting call for gay male actors between the ages of 30-40 for a new short film titled ‘Confessions of A Closet King ‘. The shoot will only last for a day. Actors will get paid for their role. For more details or to apply, please email Thea Arnold at [email protected]   ***The Virginia Film Office… Read more »

Casting for VCUArts Student Thesis film “Palm Sunday” – Seeking Actors local to Richmond and/or Charles City County, Virginia. Shooting 1-2 days in Richmond, Charles City (role dependent). All roles paid. Storyline: A romantic drama that follows a reclusive housekeeper with an addiction to sugar. Through several failed attempts to earn extra money for a… Read more »

Hello Beautiful People, I am in preproduction for a film to begin shooting in May. I have filled all of the major roles except one which calls for a younger version of the lead. This role calls for a dark skinned black male between 7-12 years of age. outside of that, I need black extras… Read more »

Come network with fellow VA mediamakers at the Women in Film & Video Happy Hour in Richmond! This is a “BuyYOB” event held in the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Best Café.  Please RSVP here: https://www.wifv.org/calendar/#id=32095&cid=783&wid=401&type=Cal 

Women in Film and Video present Pitching Mater Class Join Marilyn Atlas and Laurie Scheer to learn how to make a masterful pitch of your film or series.  The presenters bring years of experience from both sides of the desk that will be shared in this program.  Our goal is to give you the confidence… Read more »

Women in Film and Video will be hosting Producer Virginia Bertholet for a presentation on thinking like a producer. Event description below: “Simple approaches and exercises to open your mind to the producer way. For both development and execution of small and big projects, and long and short formats. Join Producer Virginia Bertholet who pulls parts of her Business… Read more »

The Northern Virginia International Film & Music Festival is back! When: April 9th-13th Where: Tysons at the Boro 1667 Silver Hill Drive McLean, VA 22102 For more information and tickets, please visit: https://www.novafilmfest.com/

April 24, AI+Community Event Admission is free, however, RSVP required here Date: Thursday, April 24th – 10am to 1pm Location: Robinson Theater – 2903 Q Street, Richmond, VA 23223 For detailed information, please visit: RIFF ARTS INSTITUTE   The RIFF Arts Institute (RAI) was born as a result of the Richmond International Film Festival’s (RIFF)… Read more »

The 2025 Virginia Screenwriting Competition will be open for submissions beginning Tuesday, April 1, 2025.  The deadline will be Monday, May 26, 2025 at midnight. The Virginia Screenwriting Competition was established in 1988 as an opportunity for Virginia writers to have their work read and evaluated. Three prize-winners are selected each year. Since that time,… Read more »