IFP Phoenix | The Arizona Independent Filmmaking Community

Ten Lessons for the Writer / Producer

January 28 and February 4, 2012: This mid-level to advanced session in two parts, with the first day emphasizing the basics of screenwriting with the focus on real world considerations. On the second day, you’ll don your “producer” hat and take a critical look at your own work to discover what makes it a marketable and shootable script. You will learn ways to get your project funded thru utilizing various financial instruments that are direct by-products of your script.

Masterpiece Film Challenge – Winners!

The winners of the IFP Phoenix Masterpiece Film Challenge have been announced! On the evening of January 20th, the Phoenix Art Museum was buzzing with filmmakers, and our film community enthusiasts eager to watch the 9 films created for the challenge.

Directors Wanted – Script to Screen Challenge

IFP Phoenix is excited to announce the finalist screenplays in the Script to Screen challenge, and will very soon be accepting applications from directors who wish to direct one of the films.

Volunteer for the Phoenix Film Festival

Can you believe it's that time of year already?! The Phoenix Film Festival is looking for fun, energetic volunteers to make this year's festival the best one yet! PFF 2012 will be held Thursday, March 29 - Thursday, April 5, 2012 at the Harkins Scottsdale 101 and will feature the finest in independent film from around the world, as well as celebrities, seminars, and parties all week long!

ScriptCake: Have Your Cake and Write it Too!

Are you looking for a longer-term class to help develop and refine your screenwriting skills? We are happy to promote a new screenwriting class being given by IFP Phoenix member and professional writer/producer Lovinder Gill. And now for a screenwriting class that's completely different...

8th Annual Almost Famous Film Festival

The 8th Annual Almost Famous Film Festival 48 Hour Short Film Challenge kicks-off February 17-19, 2012. If you have ever wanted to try and make a 1-5 minute film in just 2 days or 48 hours ... this is your chance! Sleepless nights, coffee-induced comas and an adventure you will never forget awaits you and your team of filmmakers.

Breakout Film Challenge – Winners Announced

The winners of the 2011 IFP Phoenix Breakout Film Challenge have been announced! On the evening of November 18th the Phoenix Art Museum was packed with almost 500 people, and the 8pm screening was sold-out to see the 17 films created for the 6-week challenge.