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Saturday / Nov 8

9:30AM - TV Writers Interactive Fireside Chat
With Raamla Mohamed, moderated by Charles Ray Hamilton

Join acclaimed TV creator, showrunner, and writer, Raamla Mohamed (Reasonable Doubt) in an interactive conversation and fireside chat about the craft of storytelling, practical writing, pitching, and building sustainable creative careers. This session also features a visual text-to-screen inside look Moderated by Charles Ray Hamilton.

11:30AM-12:30PM - Producer’s Workshop
With Deniese Davis

Hear the ABC’s of producing from Deniese Davis—co-founder of ColorCreative and Producer of INSECURE and ONE OF THEM DAYS. This session unpacks the fundamentals of producing, from grassroots beginnings to studio success, offering real-world insights for emerging producers and the tools to help produce any project from development to execution.

1PM-2PM - The Re:start - A Wellness Workshop for Creatives
With Chester Gregory

Life rarely follows a straight line—and sometimes the most powerful move forward begins with a pause. In this interactive keynote session, actor and wellness guide Chester Gregory shares a story of growth and pivot for creatives. With grounded moments of breathwork and reflection integrated throughout the session, creatives are able to realign with purpose and begin again.

2:30PM-4:15PM - Director’s Masterclass
With Morgan Stevenson Cooper (Creator, Bel-Air), presented by Blasé

Step behind the lens with visionary filmmaker Morgan Stevenson Cooper (Bel-Air). In this in-depth workshop, Cooper breaks down his creative process using case studies from his acclaimed body of work, focusing on the fundamentals of scene construction, prep and execution. Drawing from his journey across television and short films, he offers a practical roadmap for filmmakers looking to refine their voice and bring their stories to life with clarity and confidence.

4:30PM-5:30PM

Outside The Lines: A Playbook to Navigating Black Animation with DreamWorks Animations + “Wednesdays with Gramps” Screening

Goal: empower creative professionals and students with the essential business acumen and strategic thinking required for long-term career sustainability, studio advancement, and successful intellectual property (IP) creation within the animation industry.

Format: 45-Minute Rapid-Fire Workshop featuring DreamWorks Exec/Crew

Why This Session Matters: This is not a traditional "art skills" workshop; it's a talent development seminar. By directly addressing common career hurdles, we position DreamWorks as a studio that invests in the longevity and leadership potential of diverse talent. The session directly supports talent pipeline diversification and mitigates common causes of diverse talent attrition (burnout, lack of professional advocacy).

Attendees will receive an actionable "playbook" for success, featuring studio-tested strategies for:

    1    Portfolio Strategy & Hiring: Understanding the business needs that drive major studio hiring decisions, allowing attendees to transform their portfolios from art samples into business solutions.

    2    Career Path Mapping: Gaining a dual-perspective on navigating the industry: the stability of the Studio Pipeline versus the creative freedom of the Creator-Owned Route.

    3    Authenticity and Advocacy: Learning professional, studio-approved methods for advocating for cultural authenticity and securing proper creative credit while navigating complex corporate structures.

6:00PM - Official Selection Narrative Shorts Block + Filmmaker Q&A

Experience a showcase of bold, fresh stories from emerging and established filmmakers. Stay afterward for an engaging Q&A with the filmmakers as they share insights on their process, inspiration, and how they challenge convention.

8:00PM - Closing Night Ceremony & Awards Presentation

Celebrate the best of the festival with our closing night ceremony and awards presentation–the 2025 Jury Awards per category and the 2025 Audience Award.

8:30PM - Filmmaker Afterparty + Open Mic Pitch at Re/Creation Cafe | Co-Presented with Scene & Heard

Wrap the day with our signature filmmaker afterparty—an evening of music, connection, and creativity. Co-presented with Scene & Heard, this party will also feature an informal open mic pitch session, inviting filmmakers to share new ideas in a vibrant, supportive space.

Sunday / Nov 9

10AM-2PM - ActGood workshop with Myles Bullock Be. Special Guests: Felicia Joseph, Brandee Evan’s and William Stanford Davis

Actor Myles Bullock Be leads this immersive performance workshop alongside industry guests, featuring performed scenes from Fish and Scripts community members. Sit in and observe the process.

2:30PM-5PM - Special Feature Presentation of 2025 Sundance Official Selection "Ricky"

Newly released after being locked up in his teens, 30-year-old Ricky navigates the challenging realities of life post-incarceration, and the complexity of gaining independence for the first time as an adult.

7:00PM - Candlelight Yoga with The Don Brown Collective. Only $30 for an all-access pass holder or Sunday pass holder.

Wind down the festival with a candlelit yoga experience led by Namaste Marley Rae, featuring live jazz music from the Don Brown Collective. This restorative class blends movement, mindfulness, and music to help you reflect, release, and return to stillness after an inspiring weekend.

About FilmGood
FilmGood is WalkGood LA’s cultural storytelling initiative designed to spark connection, healing, and conversation through the power of cinema. The organization aims to cultivate a vibrant and inclusive community for filmmakers, industry professionals, and movie enthusiasts. Through year-round programming at The WalkGood Yard, including repertory screenings, workshops, and panels, FilmGood provides a crucial platform for underrepresented storytellers—to exhibit their work, expand their networks, sharpen their skills, and access essential wellness resources, ultimately supporting those often on the margins of the film industry.

Follow us at @filmgoodorg for frequent updates. Check back soon at filmgood.org for more information.

FilmGood Festival 2025

November 6 - November 9 | Los Angeles | The WalkGood Yard | 4019 W Pico Blvd