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Welcome to Women in Film & Video DC! We're here to celebrate women’s creative and technical achievements in media, both in front and behind the camera
Washington, DC has always been a city of creativit Washington, DC has always been a city of creativity, culture, and powerful storytelling. But who gets to tell its stories, and what happens when the communities shaping its cultural identity begin to change? 🎬 Creating While Black explores these questions through the voices of Black artists, writers, cultural leaders, and visionaries whose creativity continues to shape the nation’s capital. Join us on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company (@woollymammothtc) for a special screening of Creating While Black, followed by a conversation with members of the film’s creative community. Featuring Jason Reynolds, Marjuan Canady, Chela Mitchell, and other influential voices. 📍 Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company | Washington, DC 📅 November 19, 2026 🎟️ Free admission | Registration required Presented by Zuri Productions (@zuriprod) in partnership with @HumanitiesDC and the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (@thedcarts). Be part of the conversation. Reserve your seat today. 🔗 [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creating-while-black-dc-film-screening-discussion-tickets-2002757554759] #CreatingWhileBlack #DCArts #BlackCreativity #DocumentaryFilm
Do you agree with Tara? Listen to the full episode Do you agree with Tara? Listen to the full episode on That Aged Well Podcast!
Double Exposure (@doubleexposurefestival), the onl Double Exposure (@doubleexposurefestival), the only U.S. festival dedicated exclusively to investigative documentary, returns to Washington November 5–8 at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg Center. WIFV members get 10% off passes and tickets with the code WIFV-DX26 at dxfest.com! Some selection highlights by women directors: - MY NDA, co-directed by Juliane Dressner and Emmy-nominated actor Miriam Shor (@shor_miriam), follows three people who break their non-disclosure agreements to expose how the contracts are used to bury misconduct. - REHEARSALS FOR A REVOLUTION, Pegah Ahangarani's winner of the L'Œil d'Or at Cannes, traces four decades of disillusionment through one family's archive. - THE DRUG IN OUR POCKET, directed by Anne Sundberg (anniesundbergfilm), examines how smartphones have reshaped childhood, adolescence and mental health More films by women directors on the slate include The Secret Reading Club of Kabul, My Underground Mother, and Kikuyu Land. Find the full schedule and book tickets at dxfest.com!
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BREAKING THE WEST Documentary screening + post-scr BREAKING THE WEST Documentary screening + post-screening conversation Featuring Peter Baker (The New York Times) and Susan Glasser (The New Yorker) Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 6:00–8:30 p.m. LOCATION: Elliott School of International Affairs George Washington University 1957 E St NW, Room 113 Washington, D.C. 20052 RSVP HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHSVvGLQgT_IrBeKnwhagQLLaLZm4q-7LZ1JpG7tGZa9_Y_w/viewform
Don't miss our meetup in Annapolis next Tuesday, N Don't miss our meetup in Annapolis next Tuesday, Nov. 3 at the Double T Diner! Grab a cup of coffee and spend some time connecting with local filmmakers. Many thanks to Felicia Barlow Clar (@reelredhead_fmbc) for organizing this event. RSVP at wifv.org/calendar so we can save your seat!
Here's a quick look at our upcoming events for nex Here's a quick look at our upcoming events for next week. Register, learn more, or plan in advance for any of our events at wifv.org/calendar! -Talent Lunch & Learn, Nov. 2, 12:30-2:00 pm, at the Hill Center Every first Monday of the month, join actors in the DMV area to discuss career-building over lunch. This session's topic: professional acting materials. Bring your photos, resumes, reels, and websites for feedback! -Narrative Director's Roundtable: Insights from a Festival Programmer, Nov. 2, 6:30-8:00 pm, via Zoom Chris Colligan, Vice Chair and Lead Program Director of the Alexandria Film Festival, will share what program directors look for when curating film festival selections. -Coffee in Annapolis, Nov. 3, 9:00-10:00 am, at the Double T Diner Grab a cup of coffee and spend some time connecting with local filmmakers. Many thanks to Felicia Barlow Clar (@reelredhead_fmbc) for organizing this event! -Coffee in Frederick, Nov. 4, 9:00-10:00 am, at the Roggenart European Bakery, Bistro, & Cafe Grab a cup of coffee and spend some time connecting with local filmmakers. Many thanks to Jean Rosolino (@jeanrosolino) for organizing this event! -STREGA NONNA Film Screening, Nov. 4, 7:00-9:00 pm, at the AFI Silver Theater Produced by a coven of WIFV female filmmakers, STREGA NONNA tells the story of NASA astro-physicist, Bimal, who discovers his fiancé's ancestor is a famous Sicilian witch. Jane Barbara, Oriana Oppice (@orianaoppice), Robin Noonan-Price (@rnoonanprice), sheri ratick stroud (@she7858), and Alison Bauer (@alisonvbauer) will share how this project came together in a Q/A session after the screening. -THE 9 LIVES OF BARBARA DANE Screening & Crys Matthews Music Live, Nov. 8, 2:00-6:00 pm, at the Miracle Theater Barbara Dane launched the career of the Chambers Brothers, jammed with Muddy Waters and Memphis Slim, shaped Jane Fonda's politics, and became the first American performer to break the embargo with Cuba – so why isn't she a household name? Join us for a screening of this award-winning documentary alongside a special live music performance by Crys Matthews (@crysmatthews)!
Tara Jabbari is joined by Paul and Erika of That A Tara Jabbari is joined by Paul and Erika of That Aged Well Podcast for a crossover conversation to discuss why some movies age better than others, especially the practical effects in horror films: https://pod.link/1612657462
The discounted Earlybird Registration deadline is The discounted Earlybird Registration deadline is fast approaching for our ScriptDC Conference! Don't miss out on a weekend of masterclasses, workshops, and networking. Register today or learn more at wifv.org/calendar!
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What does it take to make it in film production? K What does it take to make it in film production? Kate Beyda explains.
Join us via Zoom for Writers Helping Writers, host Join us via Zoom for Writers Helping Writers, hosted by Lisa Scott! This virtual table read gives scripts by WIFV members a chance to receive deep, constructive feedback on their story structure, formatting, characters, dialogue, and more. If you don't have a script ready to share, you're welcome to attend and support your fellow writers with feedback. To submit your own script, register for the session, or learn more about upcoming meetings, visit wifv.org/calendar!
THE LITTLE RED DRESS Screening will be followed by THE LITTLE RED DRESS Screening will be followed by a conversation with director Maceo Tendaji and actress Crystal Coates. Description: The film follows Alicia, a single mother navigating the challenges of rebuilding her life while her mother, Darlene, returns home from rehab determined to start again. Through their story, The Little Red Dress explores forgiveness, second chances, hope, resilience, and the complicated work of rebuilding family after addiction. Location: Wide Angle Youth Media, 2507 N. Howard Street, Ste 100, Baltimore, MD 21218 Date: Friday, November 6, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM – Doors Open 6:30 PM – Screening, Presentation, Q&A 7:30 PM – Reception Ticket Link: https://tinyurl.com/3m4rxkea
Calling all animators and animation enthusiasts! J Calling all animators and animation enthusiasts! Join us via Zoom on Friday, Oct. 23 for the Art of Animation community conversation. Chat with fellow animation enthusiasts to promote projects, problem solve potential pain points in your work, or discuss exciting upcoming movies. Many thanks to Jessica Mendel for organizing this event! Register at wifv.org/calendar.
The 12th Annual @DoubleExposureFestival is here—an The 12th Annual @DoubleExposureFestival is here—and tickets are now available for our feature film lineup! What would those in power rather keep hidden? Discover compelling investigative films that expose wrongdoing and follow former employees who spoke when silence would have been safer. At a time when accountability is under threat, these films show why it matters—and what it takes to pursue it. 📍 Washington, DC 📅 November 5–8 Plus: explore two days of DX Forum panels and workshops! Learn about holding government accountable, spotting fabricated images, open-source investigations, citizen journalism, and more. Visit dxfest.com/schedule for details.
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Don't miss our last coffee meetup of October on Th Don't miss our last coffee meetup of October on Thursday the 22, 9 a.m. at Java Nation! Grab a cup of coffee and spend some time connecting with local filmmakers. Many thanks to Anna Griesshammer (@angrie4u) and Melissa Houghton for organizing this event. RSVP at wifv.org/calendar so we can save your seat!
Only two days left until the second annual Horror Only two days left until the second annual Horror Film Fest, hosted by the Clearbrook Center of the Arts in Lake Ridge, Virginia. Admission to this celebration of local filmmakers is $5 at the door. Visit their website to learn more! https://clearbrookcenterofthearts.org/events/cac-horror-film-fest/
Don't miss our meetup in Baltimore Tuesday, Oct. 2 Don't miss our meetup in Baltimore Tuesday, Oct. 20 at Red Emma's! Grab a cup of coffee and spend some time connecting with local filmmakers. Many thanks to WIFV President Jacquie Greff (@jacquelinegreff) for organizing this event. RSVP at wifv.org/calendar so we can save your seat!
In this episode, Kate Beyda, EVP of Physical Produ In this episode, Kate Beyda, EVP of Physical Production at New Line Cinema (one of Women in Film and Video’s 2026 Women of Vision honorees), joins host Candice Bloch to share her extensive experience in film production. Kate reveals stories from overseeing production logistics to solving on-set challenges, and offers advice on the essential skills required for success in this creative, collaborative industry. https://pod.link/1612657462
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