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Friday, July 11
 

2:30pm EDT

Women in Film (need to change time)
Friday July 11, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Moravian (Marriott)
Speakers
avatar for Christine Parker

Christine Parker

Film Guest
Christine Parker began her film career in Sanford, North Carolina in 2004. She wrote and produced a short film “Second Death” that led to her forming Adrenalin Productions which has since produced dozens of short films as well as five feature films, all which have received world-wide... Read More →
avatar for Angela Giddings

Angela Giddings

Science Guest
Angela Giddings is a writer, scientist, and independent filmmaker from North Carolina.  She has a PhD in Microbiology and authored multiple scientific articles in virology, cell line design, and gene therapy.  She is the author of the futuristic dark fantasy series Dance of Ages... Read More →
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Cheralyn Lambeth

Film Guest
Cheralyn (Cher) Lambeth is a professional costume, prop, and puppet builder whose work includes feature films (The Muppet Christmas Carol, The Patriot, Evan Almighty, The Hunger Games, Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret), television shows (Dinosaurs!, Homeland, Outcast, The Hunting... Read More →
avatar for Jennifer McCollom

Jennifer McCollom

Film Guest
Jennifer double majored in Theatre and Physics at the University of NC Greensboro and went to Westmore makeup academy. From there she followed her path into Film starting with Taking Liberty in 1990.She has worked on John Adams, which won an Emmy for makeup, and The Eyes of Tammy... Read More →
Friday July 11, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Moravian (Marriott)
  Film/TV/Media Arts

4:00pm EDT

What Film Festivals Really Want (And What They Absolutely Don’t!)
Friday July 11, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Moravian (Marriott)
Join our panel of film festival runners as they discuss exactly what film festivals are looking for, and what they most
definitely are not looking for, share insights into proper film festival etiquette, what to do, what not to do, and
share tips and tricks on how to get the most out of your festival run with your film!

*Make sure Chris can come during this time??
Speakers
avatar for Bill Mulligan

Bill Mulligan

Film Guest
Bill Mulligan is a podcaster, author, and indie filmmaker with a passion for horror and storytelling. With years of experience in independent cinema, he has contributed to numerous film projects as a writer, director, and special effects artist, such as 400 Ways To Kill A Vampire... Read More →
avatar for Christine Parker

Christine Parker

Film Guest
Christine Parker began her film career in Sanford, North Carolina in 2004. She wrote and produced a short film “Second Death” that led to her forming Adrenalin Productions which has since produced dozens of short films as well as five feature films, all which have received world-wide... Read More →
avatar for Angela Giddings

Angela Giddings

Science Guest
Angela Giddings is a writer, scientist, and independent filmmaker from North Carolina.  She has a PhD in Microbiology and authored multiple scientific articles in virology, cell line design, and gene therapy.  She is the author of the futuristic dark fantasy series Dance of Ages... Read More →
avatar for Dave Harlequin

Dave Harlequin

Film Guest
Described by both press and colleagues as an "independent renaissance man" and "voice of the underground," among other things, Dave Harlequin is a professional screenwriter, journalist, author, and independent filmmaker from Charlotte, North Carolina. He is the Creative Director of... Read More →
Friday July 11, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Moravian (Marriott)
  Film/TV/Media Arts

5:30pm EDT

So, You Made a Movie… Now What?
Friday July 11, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Moravian (Marriott)
Congratulations! You’ve made an independent film! You’ve officially joined the ranks of a legendary and ever-
growing club that contains some of the biggest names in cinematic history. All your hard work and sacrifice has
paid off and you have your very own movie to show for it! So, um… what are you supposed to… you know… do

with it now? Where do you go with it? How will people see it? What are your options? Join our panel of longtime
indie filmmakers as they discuss the ins and outs of what to do with your film once it is released, share helpful
hints, and hopefully help you find the best life for your film after the final cut!

Moderator: Dave Harlequin
Speakers
avatar for Christine Parker

Christine Parker

Film Guest
Christine Parker began her film career in Sanford, North Carolina in 2004. She wrote and produced a short film “Second Death” that led to her forming Adrenalin Productions which has since produced dozens of short films as well as five feature films, all which have received world-wide... Read More →
avatar for Dave Harlequin

Dave Harlequin

Film Guest
Described by both press and colleagues as an "independent renaissance man" and "voice of the underground," among other things, Dave Harlequin is a professional screenwriter, journalist, author, and independent filmmaker from Charlotte, North Carolina. He is the Creative Director of... Read More →
Friday July 11, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Moravian (Marriott)
  Film/TV/Media Arts

7:00pm EDT

Room Closed
Friday July 11, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Moravian (Marriott)
Friday July 11, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Moravian (Marriott)
  Room Closed

8:00pm EDT

Wonderful Movies with Wonderful People
Friday July 11, 2025 8:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
Moravian (Marriott)
Speakers
avatar for O. Hai Mark

O. Hai Mark

Online Media Guest
O. Hai Mark is an online host and creator as well as and independent film producer. He is a Twitch streamer and web-show host who has who is releasing his third film (as a producer). In addition to producing online content and independent shorts, O. Hai Mark hosts online game nights... Read More →
Friday July 11, 2025 8:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
Moravian (Marriott)
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