Prince George's Film Festival: Take Two

Experience the magic of cinema at PGFF Take Two!

Join Bowie State for the second annual PGFF Take Two! This cinematic celebration, presented by PGAHC, Bowie State University, and the Prince George’s Film Office, connects filmmakers, showcases diverse voices, and highlights partnerships within Prince George's County.

What to Expect:

• Premier new films by emerging and established independent filmmakers.
• Keynotes, panels, and workshops in animation, tech, storytelling, and entrepreneurship.
• Live Q&A sessions with selected filmmakers.
• Celebrity Ambassador: Lamman Rucker, Keynote Speaker: Lynn Whitfield.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 | BSU FINE & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

9:00am - 12:00pm | Actors Study: An Actors Intensive Course Study

So, you have decided that acting is your calling. What now? Join us as we navigate an actor's career, from auditions to casting. From scene study and table reads to production and reshoots, we will cover this celebrated career's good, bad and ugly.

10:00am - 12:00pm | Soul in Motion: Animation, Representation, and Technology

Creative voices in animation talk about the animation industry and diversity. We also explore storytelling, technology, careers, entrepreneurship, and the future of animation.

10:00am - 10:45pm | Film and Fashion: Costume Designer & Wardrobe, From Sketch to Screen  

We connect fashion + film + culture, so you can discover trends, access opportunities, exchange ideas, and build relationships in the film industry. Join us for the Sketch to Screen session which brings together a panel of fashion industry, costume designers and filmmakers who share their creative vision to bring menswear, women's apparel, footwear, and accessories to the big screen.

11:30pm - 12:15pm | Making Money Moves: Gotta Get That Cash

Bringing your creative vision to light takes money. A discussion on innovative ways to raise funding to finance your next project.

1:15pm - 2:00pm | The Business of Making Movies: All Things Legal

An in-depth look at the things you need to know to protect your creative vision. From copywrite and trademark information, to contract and talent negotiations.

2:30pm - 3:30pm | Breaking into the Business: Careers Below the Line

An Inside look at jobs behind the scenes and how to break into the business. 

3:00pm - 3:45pm | Distribution: It’s in the Can, Now What

What are the steps and opportunities for your film when you finish production?  Experts talk about various distribution options available and best practices to secure distribution. 


PGFF CELEBRITY AMBASSADOR AND KEYNOTE SPEAKER



Lynn Whitfield, PGFF 2023 KEYNOTE SPEAKER



Lamman Rucker, PGFF 2023 CELEBRITY AMBASSADOR