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Featuring Untold Stories winners, filmmakers will discuss the process of creating, pitching, and distributing films lead by dynamic characters with cultural specificity. Hear advice on creating characters that embody authenticity and nuance, working with teams to execute visions and cultivating wide audiences for these feature narratives.
This panel will be moderated by Alece Oxendine, Director of Industry and Festival Outreach at Columbia University’s Film Program. Alece has dedicated her career to guiding emergent filmmakers through her work in marketing, distribution, partnerships, and strategy at organizations such as Film at Lincoln Center, BAMcinema, Rooftop Films, Athena Film Festival, Fandor, and Good Deed Entertainment.