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Panels & Workshops
Our year-round series of topical seminars led by experts in the documentary field.
Thu. November 12, 2009 @ 7:00pm
IDA is pleased to announce a special evening with filmmaker, R.J. Cutler who will discuss his latest film and share the story of his extraordinary success.
Thu. July 23, 2009 @ 7:00pm
Join us for a special evening with Composer, Miriam Cutler; and Director, Lisa Leeman who are currently at work on the score for the upcoming feature documentary, One Lucky Elephant, the epic story of one man's determined quest to find a permanent home for Flora, the 26 year-old African elephant he adopted after she was orphaned in a culling.
Thu. June 11, 2009 @ 7:00pm
Join moderator, Marjan Safinia, and other friends of IDA for a special evening with filmmaker, Ross Kauffman. Learn about the fascinating journey of "Born into Brothels" from concept to screen to Oscar; discuss challenges, tips, and advice for shooting in foreign countries, co-directing, the value of mentors, making the move from documentary into narrative and the evolution of a career that starts with an Oscar for your first film.
Thu. May 14, 2009 @ 7:00pm
Join us for a special evening with filmmaker and activist, Robert Greenwald at his Brave New Films offices and studio space. Peek inside their operation. Learn about breakthrough techniques for building an audience, fundraising, and distributing your documentary.