Don't miss our meetup in Annapolis next Tuesday, Oct. 6 at the Double T Diner! Grab a cup of coffee and spend some time connecting with local filmmakers. Many thanks to Felicia Barlow Clar for organizing this event. RSVP at wifv.org/calendar so we can save your seat!
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: pod.link/1612657462
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!
Join us via Zoom this Friday for Writers Helping Writers, a virtual table read giving scripts by WIFV members a chance to receive deep, constructive feedback on their work. To register, submit your own script, or learn more about upcoming meetings, visit wifv.org/calendar!
THE LITTLE RED DRESS Screening
Location: Wide Angle Youth Media, 2507 N. Howard Street, Ste 100, Baltimore, MD 21218
Date: Friday, November 6
Time:
6:00 PM – Doors Open
6:30 PM – Screening, Presentation, Q&A
7:30 PM – Reception
Ticket Link: tinyurl.com/3m4rxkea
Join us via Zoom next Friday 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. Register at wifv.org/calendar!
Don't miss our last coffee meetup of October on Thursday the 22, 9 a.m. at Java Nation! Many thanks to Anna Griesshammer 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 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!
clearbrookcenterofthearts.or…
In 2025, we celebrated WIFV’s 45th anniversary with panel discussions, one of them was on how documentaries focused on the injustices faced by Indigenous peoples of America. In honor of today being Indigenous Peoples’ Day, watch the panel here: youtube.com/watch?v=guomYiiE…
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 for organizing this event. RSVP at wifv.org/calendar so we can save your seat!
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. pod.link/1612657462
Contract negotiations are a critical part of filmmaking, but aren't something every creative is trained to navigate. That's why entertainment attorney Cathie Saadeh Esq. will be sharing her knowledge via Zoom on Oct. 20 at 6:30 p.m. Register at wifv.org/calendar!
This CREATIVE HAPPY HOUR is for creative people and folks who appreciate creativity. Join us on Monday, October 19, 2026 from 5pm-7pm at Silver Branch Brewing Co in Silver Spring, MD. Only those ages 21 and up can attend.
Please register at HappyHour10-19-26.eventbrite….
Film Club returns Monday, Oct. 19 at 7:30 via Zoom for our discussion of "Uncut Gems." Watch the film in advance of the meeting, register at wifv.org/calendar, and come prepared to share your thoughts! Film Club is hosted by Connie St. John and Ericka Boston. See you there!
Join us Friday, Oct. 16 at 10 a.m. for a virtual roundtable moderated by Alyscia Cunningham (@_Alyscia). This program connects a supportive community for working Moms and caregivers in the film/TV industry - Dads are welcome, too! RSVP at wifv.org/calendar.
Calling all filmmakers!! Do you have a film with open captions that you would like screened? This film series being put on is looking for filmmakers who showcase captions as a priority. For all questions, please email [email protected]
filmfreeway.com/CaptioningFi…
Join us Wednesday, Oct. 14, for our filmmaker conversation on director Marielle Heller's 2020 film, "What the Constitution Means to Me." Registration is free at wifv.org/calendar!
Join us Oct. 13 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. for our 2nd Tuesdays BYOB gathering at Starr Hill Brewery in Richmond! Many thanks to Carly Crickenberger for organizing this event and giving Virginia filmmakers a space to connect. Registration is free! RSVP at wifv.org/calendar!
Only 2 days left until Monster Mash! RSVP at wifv.org/calendar to join us for a mashup event, part work-trade and part roundtable. This Wednesday One will be a place to trade insight and suggestions with other filmmakers and build community dialogue. Attendance is FREE!



















