What does life after graduation consist of for a Screenwriter or Filmmaker today? What challenges do you face when you step out to create your own content? Come listen to two University of the Arts Alumni tell you how, in less than a year, they were able to take one's Senior thesis and turn it […]
What happens when you have two passionate filmmakers in one family? Come find out when sisters Amy Tiehel and Tammy Tiehel-Stedman share their story on collaborating for their new female-focused short film, Redcoats. Tammy's feature film Slow Learners was shot in Philly and just listed as one of Netflix's "Top 25 Romantic Comedies to Watch." Redcoats […]
On Saturday, June 3rd, join us in support of the GPFO for a rally for Philly’s film industry! The future of the film industry in our region is threatened. But the local film industry creates family sustaining jobs for a huge base of production professionals, support businesses and their employees, and provides outstanding content for […]
Virtual Reality has moved from emerging technology to a viable game-changer for brands, businesses and entertainment. By 2020, Virtual Reality and 360 video are anticipated to grow into a $30 billion market. What does it take to transfer your well-honed production skills to this new medium and make your 360 productions virtually successful? You'll hear from […]
PHILADEPHIA FILM FESTIVAL October 19-29 PWIFT is a proud 'Friend of the Festival' this year -- our members get a $2 ticket discount!! Don't miss the exciting films and work of filmmakers from around the world -- CLICK ON THE FOLLOWING LINK and get your tix NOW! http://filmadelphia.org/festival/ Playing October 25th: Thelma […]
PHILADELPHIA FILM FESTIVAL OCTOBER 19-29th PWIFT is a proud 'Friend of the Festival' this year, and our members get a $2 discount on tickets. CLICK ON THE FOLLOWING LINK and get your tickets for films by Philadelphia filmmakers, and from around the world -- http://filmadelphia.org/festival/ One of the many films being screened: Thelma (116 […]
SAVE THE DATE: November 15th Our next Armchair event will feature Docu Filmmaker Ilana Trachtman and will be moderated by Media Maker Tatiana Bacchus, with a special film screening. STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFO........
In solidarity with the #metoo and #timesup wave, PWIFT continues to be a fierce advocate for justice and equity for all women in film and media in Philadelphia. Join us to celebrate our inaugural PWIFT Elevation award honoring Sharon Pinkenson of the Greater Philadelphia Film Office for her tireless work in helping to lift up so many in our community.