A relocated Slamdance Film Festival launches its first edition in Los Angeles Originally created by filmmakers rejected by Sundance, Slamdance has become a community of its own and is about to kick off its first local edition at several L.A. venues.

The Slamdance Film Festival is underway, and for the very first time, it’s taking place right here in Los Angeles. www.latimes.com/entertainmen...

The Entertainment Community Fund is helping those in the entertainment industry affected by the Southern California Wildfires. Learn more here: entertainmentcommunity.org/CAFires

Greater Los Angeles Wildfires Update | LA Regional Food Bank Read updates about the Greater Los Angeles Wildfires that began in January of 2025.

The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is working with government agencies, nonprofit and faith-based partners and others to respond to the fires throughout Los Angeles County. Learn how you can help here: www.lafoodbank.org/fire/

The Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation is actively seeking funds to equip LAFD members battling wildfires with equipment and supplies. Learn more here: supportlafd.kindful.com?campaign=104...

Mutual Aid LA Network Mutual Aid LA Network is a connector and information hub for mutual aid efforts across Los Angeles.

Mutual Aid Los Angeles Network is maintaining a list of resources available to those affected by the fires and will update it with new resources or calls for volunteers & donations. You can support them here: mutualaidla.org

The Motion Picture & Television Fund @mptfund.bsky.social supports working and retired members of the entertainment community with a safety net of health and social services, including temporary financial assistance, case management, and residential living. You can support them here: mptf.com

As our Los Angeles community continues to be devastated by the recent fires, CreativeFuture will be sharing resources you can consider supporting in order to aid our fellow creatives and neighbors who have been displaced and disrupted.

Happy Holidays From the CreativeFuture Team! ~ CreativeFuture Dear Friends, The air at CreativeFuture HQ in Los Angeles has turned to a frigid sixty degrees, and while we shiver to our Californian bones, we know that the turn in weather means the holidays are fi...

Do you hear those sleighbells ringing? Catch up with the CreativeFuture team in our annual holiday letter below! www.creativefuture.org/happy-holida...

Consuming arts and culture is good for health and wellbeing, research finds Engaging with arts improves quality of life, increases productivity and creates financial ‘dividend’

The Guardian reports on new research showing how consuming arts and culture is good for health and wellbeing. #StandCreative www.theguardian.com/society/2024...

In Part Two of our OffScript conversation, producer Mark Vahradian tells us about his first job in the film business, and Congressman Drew Ferguson compares his early work in local government to his work in the House of Representatives. www.offscriptwithruthandmitch.com/season-3/

The Images of ‘Maria’: Operatic Filmmaking for an Iconic Diva The Angelina Jolie–led Oscar contender boasts an exacting, transporting visual design. Here’s what went into it.

From Vanity Fair: “The Images of ‘Maria’: Operatic Filmmaking for an Iconic Diva” www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/st...

‘Wicked’: Shooting the Love Story Between Elphaba and Glinda in a Rainbow-Colored Oz Cinematographer Alice Brooks tells IndieWire about lighting the Ozdust ballroom and 'Defying Gravity' scenes.

From IndieWire: “#Wicked Cinematographer Alice Brooks discusses her special lighting design for Oz based on different colors of the rainbow, keying on the emotional journey between Elphaba and Glinda.” www.indiewire.com/features/cra...

Timothée Chalamet Pre-Recorded Bob Dylan Vocals for ‘A Complete Unknown,’ but James Mangold Ditched Them After Hearing Him Sing Live: ‘Holy S—‘ James Mangold on why he used Tiimothée Chalamet's live vocals rather than pre-recorded tracks for "A Complete Unknown."

Director James Mangold explains why he decided to use Timothée Chalamet’s live vocals in “A Complete Unknown.” From Variety: variety.com/2024/artisan...

In this episode of “OffScript,” Ruth and Mitch are joined by Congressional Creative Rights Caucus Co-Chair Representative Drew Ferguson and producer of the mega-hit “Transformers” franchise Mark Vahradian! www.offscriptwithruthandmitch.com/season-3/

Beyond the Art Basel Miami Beach Fair Although the fair is a huge attraction, there are many other exhibitions to visit nearby.

Beyond Art Basel Miami, the South Florida city boasts several impressive art exhibitions. From New York Times: www.nytimes.com/2024/12/03/a...

The 32 Best TV Episodes of 2024 The dramas, comedies, and limited series of 2024 have stunned audiences and critics, and we picked the best TV episodes of the year.

IndieWire looks back at “The 32 Best TV Episodes of 2024” www.indiewire.com/gallery/best...

30 Under 30 Art & Style 2025: Meet The Young Artists And Designers Redefining The Future The 30 visionaries shaping art and style: From luxury handbag designers to innovative gallerists and trailblazing models.

From Forbes: Meet The Young Artists And Designers Redefining The Future. #StandCreative
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Gotham Awards: A24’s ‘A Different Man’ Wins Best Feature; ‘Sing Sing’, ‘Nickel Boys’ Also Score – Full Winners List The Gotham Awards, the traditional kickoff to the annual movie awards season, named A Different Man as its Best Feature of 2024.

Congratulations to all of the creatives honored at this year’s #GothamAwards! Here’s Deadline’s summary of the ceremony:
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Wallace & Gromit Are Only 8 Inches Tall? That and More from Our ‘Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl’ Set Visit IndieWire traveled to Aardman in Bristol, England, and learned about Norbot, the return of Feathers, the most eye-catching set, and the role of AI.

Wallace & Gromit Are Only 8 Inches Tall? IndieWire visits the “Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl” set. #StandCreative www.indiewire.com/features/ani...

CreativeFuture CEO Ruth Vitale on IP in creative community Global IP Champions: A conversation about the impact of IP protection, the intellectual property landscape, and predictions for the future.

Ahead of being recognized at this year’s Global IP Champions event, CreativeFuture CEO Ruth Vitale sat down with Global IP Center's Brad Watts to talk about the IP policy landscape, the issues facing creatives, and more. www.uschamber.com/intellectual...

‘Wicked’ Artisans Explain Why Elphaba and Glinda’s Ozdust Ballroom Scene Is the ‘Heart of the Movie’: It’s ‘Where They Fall in Love With Each Other’ The ‘Wicked’ crew explain why Elphaba and Glinda’s Ozdust Ballroom scene Is "the heart of the movie" for Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.

From @variety.bsky.social: #Wicked Artisans Explain Why Elphaba and Glinda’s Ozdust Ballroom Scene Is the “Heart of the Movie” variety.com/2024/artisan...

‘Flow’ Director Gints Zilbalodis Doesn’t Need Dialogue to Tell His Stories In his dialogue-free animated film, the director explains taking a cat an epic survival story — and how many different ways water had to be animated.

From IndieWire: ‘Flow’ Director Gints Zilbalodis Doesn’t Need Dialogue to Tell His Stories #StandCreative www.indiewire.com/features/ani...