Discussions - Production Lot

Writing about Latinx People: TTIE's #WriteInclusion Factsheet
September marks the start of Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month. If you’re writing characters who are Latine/x and/or Hispanic, check out TTIE’s factsheet for tips on accurate representation. A few things we’d like to see more of in storytelling: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics): Those in medical,…
Celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month
Remember the first time you felt truly seen on TV or film? It’s a wonderful feeling. Validation. Confirmation. Community. For many of us from historically excluded communities, that first time seeing someone who looks like us, who speaks like us, feels like us, and moves through the world like us is a watershed moment. A…
Rethinking Representation in Hollywood: The Writers' Room and Beyond
How Think Tank for Inclusion & Equity (TTIE) is advancing authentic storytelling, empowering writers, and educating Hollywood executives. For years, Hollywood has told stories from a specific point of view, often excluding or misrepresents a wealth of diverse communities. How do we expand the horizon and invite these…

Upcoming Events

Demystifying the Role of the Producer
Join us for a conversation with Kate Beyda, Executive Vice President of Physical Production at New Line Cinema, moderated by MediaMKRS alumni and Gautam Singhani & Osa Adu. Kate will share career insights, lessons from her new book, and advice on pathways into producing. We’ll also spotlight MediaMKRS and Production Lot,…
NFMLA Film Festival | InFocus: Veteran Cinema
NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) hosts its October line-up, featuring its annual InFocus: Veteran Cinema program. The weekend’s programming also features a compelling collection of October Shorts, as well as the World Premiere of writer-director Stephen Takashima’s feature narrative Don’t Kill My Vibe. Schedule Details…
American Film Market
The American Film Market (AFM) returns to Los Angeles November 11 – 16! Every November, the entire global film industry converges for the American Film Market. AFM is the premier film acquisition, development and networking event where more than $1 Billion in distribution and film financing deals are closed each year on…