Every Film Makes a Difference. California Film Industry, was founded to add value to the state of California 's film and television industry. We are committed to working with film commissions, major studios, independent film makers, public and private organizations, unions, and all related government agencies to make the film production experience in California the best and most affordable it can be. We recognize the problems that lead to production companies taking their business out of state …

We are H-A-R-T, Hollywood Actors Resource Team. A company by actors, for actors. We are in a building that has 4 on-going productions and castings weekly (California Independent Production Center). We offer casting, agent, manager, and industry workshops for actors in need of information, advice, and showcasing, who don't want to pay outrageous membership fees or make a commitment for several events they don't need. We only offer workshops WE would attend, and quality is our top priority. Actor …

We make films and work with actors. First create a free profile on http://MoviePals.com - the social filmmaking network. We want to network and we've built a platform to help lots of people make movies and find actors like you – Join Us! If you’re looking for a cool way to spend a weekday night where you can talk about the ups and downs of filmmaking along with a general meet and greet, social networking in person style then come to one of our events and: -          Share ideas and network with …

We make films and work with screenwriters. First create a free profile on http://MoviePals.com - the social filmmaking network. We've built a platform to help lots of people make movies and find writers like you – Join Us!. If you’re looking for a cool way to spend a weekday night where you can talk about the ups and downs of filmmaking along with a general meet and greet, social networking in person style then come to one of our events and: -          Share ideas and network with actors and oth …

We are a group of working actors, veteran actors and actors with writing careers who have come together to share our experience, acting craft expertise, professional knowledge and support so that we may all become better at what we love to do and at the business of doing it. By collaborating, we improve our craft on our own schedules without paying for expensive classes. Sharpening the actors tools, we focus on cold reading, audition techniques, on-camera techniques and improvisation. Our member …

This is a group for those who are serious about being actors in the film, television and theater business. Meetings are lead by Justina Vail, PCC CHT, owner of Actors Life Coaching and award-winning author of How to be a Happy Actor in a Challenging Business: A Guide to Thriving Through it All. Looking forward to having you join us! For more info about Actors Life Coaching go to: http://www.actorslifecoaching.com/

With a downturn economy, and the entertainment industry changing everyday, entrepreneurs, film producers, music industry and artists are looking for alternative ways to survive and thrive. This meetup is associated with an organization called CEO Space, which helps entrepreneurs find resources, connections and capital to give projects the green light to proceed. CEO Space hosts 5 large business forums per year, where one third of the participants are investors. Typically, most angel investor o …

Lou Kleinman is the Digifilmdude. He started his film club and holding professional film seminars back in the late '90's at AFI, CSUN and others. It was actually during the early '90's when film was transitioning to digital when Lou realized that whole generations were going to miss out on the basic foundation of filmmaking. His love for the history of films and the classics is what brought about his desire to share his joy with others. If you are someone who always wanted to learn about the mys …

Our aim is simple - to meet up with like-minded talent and fans, and showcase the finest brand spanking, neo-burlesque, old skool Ghost/Horror show for a decidedly new skool audience. Always on the look-out for Go-go dancers, crazed gorillas, mad magicians, strippers, comics, film-makers and ghoulish mc's to perform live on stage. We held a 3-day, star filled BOOBS & BLOOD Film and Burlesque Festival in Sept. of 2010 at the NEW BEVERLY CINEMA, Premiered the outrageous "NUDE NUNS WITH BIG GUNS" a …

Vets On Set is an organization designed to help veterans within the Film and Television Industry. It is our belief, that there is no person better suited for the rigors of the film industry than a well trained veteran. The founding members of Vets On Set have a long and successful history in the entertainment industry. We will work hard to utilize the knowledge, experience, and contacts gained to ensure consistent work for our members and valuable outstanding crews for productions. Our aim is to …

Take 2 hours and shorten your learning curve by weeks, months, even years.  A fabulous, informative, & super helpful MasterMind INKubator for scriptwriters of all levels. Led by Founder Lena Banks, Mentor, Manager & Muse.  A Hollywood Pro insider, Industry Gatekeeper, expert Reader/proofreader and agent liaison for 18 years. The workshops consist of lots of Q&A and a wealth of personal help.  It's where writers become GREAT writers! The GOAL: to get your script written, rep'd, and sold. The Mast …

Have you ever wanted to learn the craft of improvisation? It is one of the most popular performance art forms around. Would you like to know the secrets and tricks of the Improv trade? Find out in this Improvisational Acting course. The objectives of this group are to discover the fundamentals of improvisational comedy, learn techniques to think quickly on your feet and to be more creative. This spirited, fun course is designed for the business person, as well as the actor or comedian who want …

The LOS ANGELES FILMMAKERS NETWORK (LAFN) is designed to be a forum to help aspiring filmmakers realize their goals of obtaining a position on a film set through interaction with working professionals. If you are new to the film industry or unsure of what job you'd like on a film, this group is ideal for you because not only will we educate you on the various jobs available, but you will gain practical and pragmatic advice from seasoned veterans of the industry. We are also currently planning …

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Membership to BLANK Night Meetup is invite only. If you haven't been invited by an organizer, your membership will be automatically declined, no exceptions.

Tired of going to movies that focus exclusively on the experiences of male characters? Tired of seeing women’s roles limited to a few unimportant characters who serve as girlfriends or wives of the male leads? Bored by films that don’t pass the Bechdel test? Women and Film is a group of movie fans who attend movies by and about women. Inspired by Melissa Silverstein’s blog, Women and Hollywood, we hit the theaters to see films that are women-centered, women-written, or women-directed. Despite th …

Brits in LA was established in 2007 as a mixer for British Ex-pats, that soon became much more. Brits in LA has helped shape the British Community in Los Angeles, teaming up with some amazing establishments like LACMA, The British Consulate and BAFTA/LA. Brits in LA, for most transients it's the first port of call. Answering questions and giving free advice on all subjects, from Visas and green-cards to Housing, taxes and where to find the cheapest car rentals. Brits in LA finds it important to …

This group was created for those of us who have dark personalities or dont always fit in with the "norm society". This is the place where dark personalities and gifted wierdos alike can meet. Lets meet, have creative socializing, and create events. Lets get together and support those arts such as wierd music, dark films, abstract theatre, etc. We may be of different races and backgrounds but all respect that Were the last of a dying breed, lets keep it alive. See you there

Want to see quality projects that reflect who you are and with current themes that matter to you? Want to see great independent content without waiting for the film festivals? Want to network with other writers, producers, directors, filmmakers and movie lovers? Then this group is for you! All are welcome. We are open to submissions of your materials to screen quality shorts, documentaries, TV pilots, feature films, etc. on the big screen - in quality screening rooms.

All Things Hollywood is A Directory Database, IMDb Qualifying Film Festival, Union Production House, Social Networking Site and we are getting ready to Launch Meisner Acting Classes. Our Annual Film Festival Will Screen On December 21st 2012 with a Crisis of consciousness.

Silver Screenings is a social group with the purpose of bringing together retirement-age gay men (and their admirers) in a casual, relaxing setting so we can meet and make friends.  Each event consists of watching a gay film of special interest to our group and enjoying an hour of social mixing with drinks & snacks afterward. I started this group for gay men who, like me, are single and entering their retirement years with fewer social opportunities; men who have lived a full life and continue t …

Peer to Peer Rental Gear is an organization designed to help independent film and television production industry professionals share resources, equipment, information and creatives services. We will be holding a series of bi monthly meetings in order to facilitate new networking relationships all geared toward the idea of helping the creative process.

This is a new group for anyone interested in Cult, Action, Body, Comedy, Fangoria, Final Girl, Gothic, International, Natural, Psychological, Science Fiction, Serial Killer, Slasher, Splatter, Underground and most of all my favorite Zombie movies. All film and movie fans welcome. I started this group because I love horror movies and would like to meet other horror movie enthusiasts.

The Greenhouse meets at CBS Studio Center in Studio City (Radford). RSVP is required. Meetings range from 150-300 attendees. Great networking event for entertainment industry - film, television, and music. Hear great speakers from the Industry and hang out afterward to meet fun people. Coffee and snacks provided.

The mission of this meetup group is to collectively and cooperatively produce as many shorts as possible in a very short time on a very limited budget. Impossible, you say! We beg to differ. We are seeking for this collective: writers, directors, cinematographers, sound, crew, gaffers, grips, production people, actors  and anyone else that would like to work with other film makers to create a short, feature, web series, etc.  End result being IMDB credits, copy and to experience something from s …

We get together a couple times per month for brand new movies usually events the filmmakers are at, we network and congregate and socialize. We attend intelligent, award-winning independent films and foreign film usully in central LA Hollywood area and always have a post-reception or pre-reception within walking distance and time to expand our base and our horizons. The larger our group the more we'll be able to have discounts, group rates and more. If you like cinema and you like to network - t …

Directors, Producers, Writers, Actors, Artists, Film, Television, Theater, Internet, Radio Whatever your passion, this is the club. DIRECTING TOASTMASTERS You Lead The Way This new specialty Toastmasters Club is created to enhance your ability to motivate, inspire, communicate, lead and direct. You will learn how to…  Express your vision through public speaking  Hone your listening and analytical skills through evaluations  Build teams by empowering others Now Playing Every Month 1st and 3rd …

Join us in Burbank from May 31 to June 2, 2013 to get your screenwriting career underway! With more than 20 FREE classes (that's absolutely free. No catch. Just walk in, sit down, and learn), more than 120 movie and TV executives to hear your pitch, and dozens of working Hollywood screenwriters sharing their knowledge. Script Magazine had it right when they declared The Great American PitchFest & Screenwriting Conference the #1 PitchFest of them all.