Natural History on the Big Screen: Stories from a Transforming World introduces audiences to some of the latest environmental films that address the relationship humans have with the planet. This three-part series, curated by Dr. Joshua Bell, Curator of Globalization at the National Museum of Natural History, will explore multiple perspectives on the Age of Man, from… Read more »

Get Your Tickets! Premiere Screening of Documentary Film “Albemarle’s Black Classrooms” Clear your calendar – Join them February 25th at 3pm at the Jefferson School African-American Heritage Center in Charlottesville, VA for the premiere screening of Lorenzo Dickerson’s newest documentary film entitled “Albemarle’s Black Classrooms”. Jefferson School African American Heritage Center 233 4th Street Northwest… Read more »

To Kill A Mockingbird Live Starring Academy Award Nominee, Mary Badham(Original Scout Finch)   The show also stars, Aaron Jackson(NBC’S California Dreams & Fighting A War Of My Own) as Atticus Finch, along with area stage & film actors including; Linda Diocedo(Scout), Paul DeLia(Bob Ewell), John Whitt(Judge Taylor ), Krystle Churchill(Helen), Crystal Perry(Calpurnia), Gavin Boland(Jem),… Read more »

The Global Impact Film Festival, to be held in Washington, DC August 25 – 27, is now accepting submissions of short (under 30 mins) docs and narratives with an eye for creating social change. Early bird deadline is March 15. Final deadline is May 15. Withoutabox: http://bit.ly/2kL5D8d Film Freeway: https://filmfreeway.com/festival/GlobalImpactDC Questions and more information: http://globalimpactfilmfest.org/contact/… Read more »

The William & Mary Global Film Festival is celebrating its tenth anniversary with four days of films, special guests, and receptions from February 23 to 26, 2017. The festival will feature a diverse program of films and live events showcasing the work of international filmmakers, the William & Mary community, and emerging student talent from around… Read more »

The JICC presents two rarely-seen short films from the inimitable Kiyoshi Kurosawa! Friday, February 10th, 2017 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Japan Information and Culture Center, Embassy of Japan 1150 18th Street Northwest Suite 100 Washington DC 20036 US   A regular of the Cannes Film Festival, director Kiyoshi Kurosawa has become one of… Read more »

The Tryka Film Coalition is a STUDENT RUN filmmaking community consisting of, and for, high school filmmakers, actors, designers, musicians and artists in the DMV area. The group has monthly meetings where students hear from professional guest speakers, listen to and give feedback on scripts, and socialize with other teenagers with an interest and focus… Read more »

The Richmond International Film Festival Announces the 2017 Official Selection Event Schedule for Film & Music More than 150 films from over 35 countries to be screened over seven days plus 50 Local, National and International Music Showcases to Perform The Richmond International Film Festival (RIFF), expands this year to bring a seven-day cavalcade of… Read more »

Join them for the 26th annual Rosebud Film Festival.            The festival kicks off Friday, January 27, 2017, at Rosslyn Spectrum Theatre with the opening night film, Reparation, which was written, directed, and produced by filmmaker Kyle Ham. The film stars Jon Huertas (Castle, This Is Us), Marc Menchaca (Inside Amy Schumer), and Virginia Newcomb (The Atoning).… Read more »

    The Virginia Production Alliance invites you to its celebration of Virginia’s film and television production community at two “State of the Industry” (SOI) events. Catch up with friends and colleagues, meet new people and learn more about our industry at an informal trade expo featuring vendors showcasing their production-related goods and services. This… Read more »

Shanon Lee is co-hosting a special series for the Women’s March On Washington for WERA 96.7 FM. The program will be recorded on Jan. 22nd @ Arlington Independent Media, 2701-C Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA from 10 AM – 6 PM.   They are currently seeking the following: 1 Production Assistant Please respond with interest to [email protected].

Wednesday–Sunday, February 22–26 William G. McGowan Theater 13th Annual Showcase of Academy Award–Nominated Documentaries and Short Subjects The National Archives hosts the 13th annual free screenings of the Academy Award® nominees in four categories: Documentary Feature, Documentary Short Subject, Live Action Short Film, and Animated Short Film. The screenings are presented by the Academy of… Read more »

Richard Harrington: AfterEffects Expert Wednesday, January 25 6:30 to 8pm RHED Pixel, Inc. 107 Park Place Falls Church, VA 22046 (Orange Line/East Falls Church) Register Here Almost every animator and editor works with AfterEffects. Join DC expert Rich Harrington as he demos some of his favorite tips and tricks, what he sees coming down the… Read more »

WHAT: Free LED Tape and Wireless DMX Workshop Want to understand how to incorporate LED tape into your shots? Want to control your lights remotely via wireless signal? Join Barbizon Lighting and City Theatrical and learn all about LED tape and Wireless DMX.  This is a free workshop but space is limited so please RSVP using… Read more »

The Weinstein JCC’s annual Israeli Film Festival is dedicated to fostering an understanding of Israeli culture and access to Israel’s young but thriving film industry. The festival features films based upon various considerations such as awards or nominations, timely subject matter and input from the film community. Individual events are listed below. For more info… Read more »

Press Release: Facing Fascism: Time Capsules “Facing Fascism: Time Capsules” is what The Bijou is calling its mini-fest (small festival) of time-honored art-house films to be presented in its screening room at 304 E. Broad St. They will run Thursday through Sunday over two weekends.   The first pair of classics will be presented January… Read more »

Please join the DC Independent Film Festival and Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts on: Saturday February 18, 2017 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM ENTERTAINMENT LAW 101 – Intellectual Property and Beyond A macro level discussion about copyright, trademark, fair use, licensing, options, using images/music, WGA registration, releases, film permits, location considerations, and legal considerations… Read more »

You are invited to join the Afrikana Film Festival as they present their second annual, Evening with an Icon! Presented annually during Black History Month, Evening with an Icon celebrates the contributions of cultural icons that have helped to shape the social, political, and artistic landscape. As their film selection this year, they are excited… Read more »

The Richmond International Film & Music Fest is seeking volunteers for its upcoming 2017 festival Feb 27-March 5th.  Some volunteers are needed to help in various areas starting the week of January 23rd (10-15 hours per week) and going through the duration of the fest and other volunteers are needed only during festival week.  … Read more »

The Global Impact Film Festival (GIDC), founded by Emily Aguilar, presented by DCBX, today announces the official dates for their third annual celebration.   This socially-minded film festival will occur August 25 to August 27, 2017 at the Renaissance Marriott in our Nation’s Capital, moments away from infamous monuments and museums; a perfect place for creating a social impact… Read more »

The Virginia Production Alliance is asking for Teasers, Trailers and Shorts filmed here in Virginia in 2016 to show in their screening room at the February 16 Hampton Roads State of the Industry. If you want to submit, please contact Jay Gates at 757-342-6086 or [email protected] for the correct format to submit your project. Cut… Read more »

Please join us for the next VPA – Richmond District meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 24 featuring a panel discussion with three producers: Heather Waters, Anna Wilding and Kahil Dotay. Networking starts at 6:30 with the program kicking off at 7 p.m. Heather Waters: Heather has worked in several facets of the entertainment industry for more… Read more »

Tomorrow’s Hampton Roads VPA meeting is upon us, with a special screening of In-Lawfully Yours, shot in Virginia! Screenwriter Sean Gaffney will answer questions after the movie. Link to the trailer: http://www.regent.edu/general/landing_pages/in_lawfully_yours/ The January 17th general meeting will be held at Regent Universities Comm Building 1000 Regent University Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23464. We will… Read more »

INTERFAITH MORAL ACTION ON CLIMATE   With Love, We Will Resist!   Please Join Them for a   Multi-faith, Spiritual Assembly Honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on his 88th Birthday   Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017 at 2:00 p.m.   New York Avenue Presbyterian Church 14th St. and NY Ave. NW. Wash., DC One… Read more »