PUBLIC FORUMS & WORKSHOPS
ENTERTAINMENT WORKSHOP
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12:40pm - 1:40pm
Navigating the Pressure Cooker: Managing Cast, Crew, and Filmmaker Expectations on Set
In the high-pressure environment of a film set, tensions can run high as cast, crew, and filmmakers strive to meet creative visions, tight schedules, and budget constraints. This workshop at PTAFF 2024 will provide practical strategies for managing expectations, fostering effective communication, and maintaining a positive atmosphere on set. Led by experienced industry professionals, participants will learn how to navigate challenges, resolve conflicts, and ensure that every team member feels heard and respected. Whether you're a director, producer, or crew member, this session will equip you with the tools to handle the "pressure cooker" of filmmaking with confidence and clarity.
PUBLIC FORUMS
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2pm - 3:15pm
Reentry and Liberation – Breaking Barriers Beyond Prison Walls
This panel will explore the critical issue of reentry and liberation for formerly incarcerated individuals, focusing on the barriers they face upon reentering society and the pathways to true liberation. With millions of people impacted by the criminal justice system, the discussion will address how systemic challenges like employment discrimination, housing access, social stigmatization, and recidivism continue to obstruct the freedom of formerly incarcerated individuals. Panelists will share insights on reform initiatives, community support programs, and policy changes aimed at dismantling these barriers and fostering long-term liberation beyond prison walls.
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Women’s Liberation Movements and Their Impact on Women of Color - Progress, Challenges, and the Road Ahead
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This panel will examine the intersections of women’s liberation movements and their impact on women of color, focusing on the progress made, the challenges faced, and the future of these movements in shaping diversity and inclusion initiatives across various industries. The discussion will highlight the gains achieved through decades of activism, while also addressing the drawbacks and failures that have limited the full realization of liberation for women of color. Panelists will explore whether the success of women of color in corporate America and politics can be attributed to the broader women’s liberation movement and what more needs to be done to ensure ongoing progress.
4:45pm - 5:45pm
Liberating Distribution: Breaking Barriers in Film and Entertainment - Its Impact on Major Studios and Independent Creators
This panel will explore the evolving landscape of film distribution through the lens of liberation, focusing on how new distribution models are breaking traditional barriers and empowering filmmakers. We will look at what this implies for both independent filmmakers and major studios. As digital platforms, direct-to-consumer models, and innovative technologies reshape the industry, this discussion will explore how traditional distribution structures are being challenged and transformed. We’ll examine the potential for liberation in how films are distributed, the opportunities it presents for creators, and how major studios are adapting or leading innovations in response to these shifts.
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6:15pm - 7:15pm
Intersectionality in the LGBTQ Community – Navigating Liberation through the Lens of Race, Gender, and Identity
This panel will explore the complex and vital concept of intersectionality within the LGBTQ community, focusing on how race, gender, and other identity factors shape individual and collective experiences of liberation. Intersectionality recognizes that members of the LGBTQ community do not experience discrimination and oppression in a uniform way; rather, their experiences are influenced by overlapping social identities that can either compound or mitigate their struggles. The discussion will bring together activists, scholars, and community leaders to examine these intersecting identities and how they impact the quest for equality and freedom within the LGBTQ movement.
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PTAFF Public Forums & Workshops
November 3rd
Liberation Theology – Origins, Evolution, and Future Horizons
This panel discussion will provide an in-depth exploration of Liberation Theology, tracing its roots, examining its development, and contemplating its future impact. Liberation Theology, which emerged in the late 20th century as a movement within the Christian faith, emphasizes social justice, the preferential option for the poor, and the role of religion in confronting oppression. This discussion will bring together theologians, historians, and social activists to delve into the historical context, significant milestones, and evolving interpretations of this influential theological framework.
PTAFF Public Forums & Workshops
November 2nd