✨THE LIGHT LEAKS HIGHLIGHTS: EDITION #29✨

👾💿🚀We’re blasting back to the 80s for this month’s What We’re Watching! WWW is our monthly film and tv column where there’s NO gatekeeping and NO assumptions about what anyone has seen. 

PROJECT SPOTLIGHT: THƠ, the first film by and about an Asexual girl of color is now on the Light Leaks! Watch the short then learn more about Heather Muriel Nguyễn through our interview with them. 

Interested in watching short films by women and nonbinary filmmakers, learning new tips and getting inspired? Subscribe to our youtube channel for all the latest videos from the Light Leaks! 🎬

“What should I do if I don’t think my job is a good fit anymore?” if you’ve ever asked yourself that question, then this is the article for you! We have experienced feminist career strategist Cynthia Pong answering this question, especially for TLL!

💔 Healing from a breakup can be difficult, filmmaker Rach Granillo, found her power in reclaiming her art post-breakup. Read how she did it!

Cinema Femme Magazine is hosting their short film festival on April 28 - May 1! It's a film festival that elevates emerging women and underrepresented filmmakers and highlights the power of mentorship. 23 short films will screen from all over the world 🌎 along with panel discussions with top filmmakers in the industry. Learn more at cinemafemme.com/shortfilmfest

💖 TLL community! The volunteer application to join the Light Leaks team is open on a rolling basis. We’re specifically looking for more video editors, graphic designers, and writers to join the team. This is an unpaid commitment of 5-7 hours a week on your own time with communication via Slack/ monthly Zoom. Build your portfolio while supporting female and nonbinary filmmakers and making friends in the process! 💖

☎️ Are you about to choose a crowdfunding plan? Get a FREE 30-minute consultation with the best of the best at Seed and Spark! Our friends on the team are offering 1-on-1 call mentoring to folks in TLL community. Sign up now!

SUBMISSIONS OPEN: DTLA Film Festival, a leading showcase for independent film is now accepting submissions for screening consideration at its 13th annual edition being held Sept. 7-11, 2022 at Regal L.A. Live cinemas in Los Angeles. Use DTLAFFsupportsthelightleaks2022 for 30% off Filmfreeway EXPIRES 4/30/22

“Over 90% of entertainment is produced by white men,” Ava Duvernay discussed how representation is vital in front and behind the camera. A great reminder that having diverse stories means supporting diverse storytellers! YOUR VOICE MATTERS!!!

Hundreds of Iranian women working in film made a public statement earlier this month about the sexual violence in the industry. The statement came after several women shared their experiences on film sets and now calling for reforms as well as more accountability amongst all working in film.

From The Baby to Crush, NBC News showcased the most anticipated queer films and tv shows releasing this month. Take a look and add them to your watchlist!

For all creatives: if you have trouble setting and keeping goals, then start with the acronym SMART ✨  our tiktok sums it up!

Wondering about screenwriting contests? Here’s a guide to learn more about this part of the filmmaking world.

🗣Here’s your biweekly reminder to keep tabs on our table of opportunities—always up to date with the latest film festival, labs, and funding opportunities to apply for. Some deadlines are sooner than later, so don’t wait!

Here at TLL, we value our community's needs and creative ideas. That's why we created The Light Leaks Feedback Form. Is there something you want to see more or less of from us? Submit your thoughts and let us know!

Like what you see? Be sure to follow us on social for more highlights, more empowerment, and more education. Here's to spreading light! ✨