Jessica Simpson left LA for the summer… and she’s “so happy” she did!
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Film Independent, the nonprofit arts organization that produces the Film Independent Spirit Awards, has released four short films directed by Global Media Makers (GMM) Fellows selected to participate in its spring 2023 LA Residency. GMM, presented by Film Independent and the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, is an innovative mentoring initiative and cultural exchange program that builds bridges and fosters relationships between international filmmakers from diverse regions of the world and American filmmakers and industry professionals. The films were captured on iPhone 14 Pro with color grading provided by Picture Shop, and this is the seventh iteration of the workshop.
GMM Fellows participate in filmmaking tracks focused on screenwriting, directing, creative development and documentary filmmaking, where they develop their current projects with a team of U.S. mentors. The program also provides master classes, industry sessions, field trips, cultural engagement and networking opportunities. The shorts are a result of a collaborative workshop in which this year’s GMM Fellows were paired with local Film Independent Fellows to create an impressionistic film encompassing their personal views of Los Angeles.
“As the ultimate vision of our program is to build bridges between American and international filmmakers, it is very rewarding to see our Global Media Makers connect with our Los Angeles Fellows to discover LA through a creative dialogue expressed in these poignant 60 second films”, said María Raquel Bozzi, Film Independent’s Senior Director of Education & International Initiatives. “An iPhone, with its high-quality capture, ease of use and cinematic workflow capabilities, is a
Jessica Simpson left LA for the summer… and she’s “so happy” she did!
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