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OCTOBER FEST – CARIBBEAN EDITION 2024 Schedule

Saturday October 26, 2024

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Venue
UWI Film Studio

Filmakers & Panaelists Brunch

Moderator/Panellist
FFF Team

Enjoy a relaxed morning of networking and discussion with fellow filmmakers and panelists. This brunch offers an informal setting to discuss ideas, exchange insights, and foster collaborations before the afternoon sessions.


All panelist + facilitators Actors

Target Audience: Filmakers | Panellists

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Venue
UWI Film Studio

Workshop 1: Masterng Storytelling Techniques

Facilitator
Julien Neaves

Explore the art of storytelling, with a focus on narrative structure, character development, and thematic depth. Learn how to create compelling stories that captivate and connect with your audience.

Target Audience: Filmakers | Investors | Industry Professionals

2:15 pm - 3:00 pm

Venue
UWI Film Studio

Workshop 2: Project Management in Film

Facilitator
Donola Wills

Explore the essential strategies and tools of project management that can transform your film production process from concept to completion.

Target Audience: Filmakers | Investors | Industry Professionals

3:15 pm - 4:00 pm

Venue
UWI Film Studio

Panel Discussion 2: What Talent Wants - Collaborating with Actors and Crew

Panellist
Nicholai Salcedo
Triston Wallace
Micheal Cherrie

Moderator/PanellistLouis Lee Sing

Gain insights into what actors and crew need from filmmakers for successful collaborations. This discussion covers hiring best practices, collaboration techniques, and maintaining strong working relationships on set.

Target Audience: Filmakers | Investors | Industry Professionals

Sunday October 27, 2024

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Venue
UWI Film Studio

Workshop 3: Film Financing Essentials

Facilitator
Leslie Ann Wills-Caton

Description: Learn the fundamentals of film financing, from budgeting to securing investment. This workshop covers key strategies for managing a film's financial aspects and successfully securing funding.

Target Audience: Filmakers | Panellists

2:15 pm - 3:00 pm

Venue
UWI Film Studio

Story Telling Session

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2  Folklore Stories

Film option

Networking

Target Audience: Filmakers | Investors | Industry Professionals

3:15 pm - 4:00 pm

Venue
UWI Film Studio

Panel Discussion 3: Social Media & Storytelling: Inegrating Traditional Themes into Modern Platforms

Moderator
Lynessa Parks

Panellist
Niques Francois

Explore how filmmakers can blend traditional folklore with modern cinematic techniques. This panel discusses ways to preserve cultural heritage while making it accessible to contemporary audiences.

Target Audience: Filmakers | Investors | Industry Professionals

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