Featured events
MICHEAUX FILM FEST 2024
Festival Welcome Mixer | 6:00PM
- Date & Time: Monday, October 21st, 2024 | 6:00PM – 7:30AM
- Location: The Gathering Spot – 5211 W Adams Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90016
Description: Kick off the festivities at our Welcome Mixer! Mingle with creators and cinema fans alike, making connections that inspire and entertain. Join us to toast to the beginning of a championship kick-off!
Roku Presents Desde la Raiz | 7:30PM
Date & Time: Monday, October 21st, 2024 | 6:00PM – 7:30PM
Location: The Gathering Spot – 5211 W Adams Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90016
Description: Hosted by Jaime Camil, Desde la Raíz is a captivating four-part series exploring Mexican products with deep cultural roots, unveiling their rich history, vibrant traditions, and bright future in an immersive journey.
Opening Night Pre Reception | 5:30 PM
- Date and time: Tuesday 10/22 @ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
- Location: The Culver Theater Lobby
- Description: Join us for our Opening Night Pre Reception to celebrate the commencement of the festival week with filmmakers, guests, and community supporters.
Opening Short: The DISTINGUISHED | 6:30PM
Q&A Panel
A young boy’s reality transforms as he deciphers cryptic messages from a supernatural force in his dreams, uncovering his family’s legacy.
- Date & Time: Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024 | 6:30PM – 7:30PM
Location: The Culver Theater –9500 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
Opening FEATURE: A Radical Act: Renee Montgomery | 7:30PM
Date & Time: Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024 | 7:30PM – 10:00PM
Location: The Culver Theater – 9500 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
Opening Night Party | 9:30PM
- Date and time: Tuesday 10/22 @ 9:30 PM
- Location: Blind Barber, 10797 Washington BLVD, Culver City, CA 90232
- Description: Join us for our opening night party at Blind Barber! Celebrate the
kickoff of the Micheaux Film Festival with an evening filled with
excitement. Don’t miss the chance to mingle with filmmakers and
experience the thrill of cinema in a vibrant, stylish setting.
Career Spotlight: Prentice Penny | 7 PM
Date and time: Wednesday 10/23 @ 7:00p
Description:
Join Prentice Penny as he reflects on his award-winning career, sharing the pivotal moments and challenges that shaped his journey. This retrospective offers an intimate look at how he navigated the industry and the ways he’s working to uplift the next generation of storytellers. A valuable session for anyone interested in the pathways to success in entertainment.
TECH & TALENT: SHAPING THE FUTURE OF FILMMAKING | 8:30PM
Date and time: Wednesday 10/23 @ 8:30p
Description: Join Industry leaders Joseph Harold, Joel Harold, Lamar Chase, and Alsha Corpas Wynn as they
explore the rapidly evolving entertainment landscape. From the Impact of AI on programming to
the next big Innovations In content creation, this panel will dive deep Into the future of filmmaking.
The speakers will share their Journeys In the Industry, with Lamar offering a glimpse Into his rise to
becoming a studio executive. Expect practical advice for filmmakers, actionable steps for
navigating the modern entertainment world, and a lively discussion on how to future-proof your
creative career. Dr. Self Tape and Chase Vlslons power this session.
Maximizing Film Festivals and Markets | 7:30 PM
Get the most out of the film festival circuit with expert strategies from Tiffany Boyle. Learn how to align your festival experience with your distribution goals for maximum impact.
Tiffany Boyle
Crickett Rumley (NYFA)
Rebekah Louisa Smith
Running the Show Panel | 6 PM
Showrunners from critically acclaimed series share their journeys, offering insights into the challenges of overseeing a show from inception to broadcast. This panel provides invaluable advice for aspiring showrunners and anyone interested in the intricate process of television production.
Nnekechi Okoro Carroll
Amy Aniobi
Melinda Hsu
Glenn Mazara
Filmmaker & VIP Mixer (The Scene Stealers) | 8:30PM
- Date & Time: Thursday, October 24th, 2024 | 8:30PM – 11:30PM
- Location: Jameson’s Pub – 9546 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90232
Description: Rub shoulders with The Scene Stealers! This exclusive event showcases our VIPs, alumni and the current class of filmmakers in a vibrant pub setting.
The Playlist: Music Sync + Supervision | 4:30 PM
Date and time: Friday 10/25 @ 4:30p
Description:
Music supervisors discuss the critical role of music in film, emphasizing the importance of planning for music early in the production process. They’ll cover realistic budgeting for music and offer creative solutions for projects with limited funds. This session is key for filmmakers looking to enhance their work through music.
Madden Flow
Raedio
LVRN
SONY PICTURES CLIPS & CONVERSATION | 7:45 PM
Date and time: Friday 10/25 @ 7:45p
Description:
Join us for a special WClips and Conversation” event featuring the untitled buddy comedy from TriStar Pictures, starting Keke Palmer and SZA. Get an exclusive 106k at selected scenes and discuss the creative process with the team behind the film—including director Lawrence Lamont.
Closing Feature: Swoon | 7:30 PM
A woman wakes tied to a bed, and her captor tries to manipulate her into believing they are a couple.
Impact & Storytelling | 12 PM
Explore the power of storytelling to create social change. This panel brings together non-profits and producers to discuss impactful narratives, with a focus on tackling homelessness.
Tiffany Haddish / Ava DuVernay
Covenant House
SVDP
Peggy Beatrice
Awards Ceremony | 2:00PM
- Date & Time: Sunday, October 27th, 2024 | 2:00PM – 4:30PM
- Location: The Culver Theater – 9500 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
Description: Join us for the pinnacle of our festival, the Awards Ceremony, where we honor the outstanding achievements of this year’s filmmakers. Witness the crowning of cinematic excellence in a grand celebration.
Closing Party: The Black & Gold Affair | 6:30PM
Date & Time: Sunday, October 27th, 2024 | 6:30PM – 11:00PM
Location: One Culver | 10000 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
Description: Cap off an incredible festival with The Black & Gold Afterparty. Dress in your finest black attire and join us for an evening of reflection, celebration, and looking forward to next year’s adventures.
Attire: Formal Attire Required —embrace the elegance of simplicity and sophistication.
**Black or Gold Attire Preferred**