2023 Panels & Film Talks
ALL film talks and panels are free and open to the public.
In addition to screenings and post-film Q&As, the Indie Memphis Film Festival includes free panels and film talks available to the public -- featuring filmmakers, journalists, and industry professionals, offering insights on some of the most relevant topics in filmmaking today!
Check out the full lineup of conversations and RSVP for FREE below!
Raven Jackson and Jomo Fray
in Conversation
Wednesday, Oct. 25 at 6:45PM
@ Playhouse on the Square
ALL DIRT ROADS TASTE OF SALT director and cinematographer, Raven Jackson and Jomo Fray, will be in conversation about their process and collaboration.
Moderated by critic Robert Daniels
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Production Design with Sam Lisenco
(MAY DECEMBER)
Sunday, Oct. 29 at 5:00PM
@ Circuit Playhouse
A conversation with production designer Sam Lisenco, the production designer of Todd Haynes’ MAY DECEMBER (which will screen in Playhouse following his conversation). Lisenco will discuss his craft and career, which include the films UNCUT GEMS, FRANCES HA, JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH, EIGHTH GRADE, VOX LUX, and series THE BEAR.
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Editing Panel
Saturday, Oct. 28 at 2:00PM
@ *Playhouse on the Square (2nd floor)
Three accomplished editors with films in the festival discuss their craft, working with directors, and shooting for the edit in their directing work. Panelist include Laura Jean Hocking (Scent of Linden), Zach Clark (The Becomers), and Amanda Willoughby (I AM).
*NOTE: This panel will take place on the 2nd floor of Playhouse on the Square.
⟢ RSVP FOR FREE HERE ⟣
Writers Post-strike Panel
Saturday, Oct. 28 at 3:30PM
@ *Playhouse on the Square (2nd floor)
Now that the WGA strike has been resolved, writers who have worked in television and film discuss what was at stake and what has been gained. Panelist include Brandi Nicole, Alex Huggins, and Hennah Sekander.
*NOTE: This panel will take place on the 2nd floor of Playhouse on the Square.
⟢ RSVP FOR FREE HERE ⟣
SEED & SPARK PANELS
Current and aspiring filmmakers are invited to attend three individual workshop panels programmed by Seed & Spark, including tips on crowdfunding, the art of pitching your film, and more!
