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Bridging Cultures and Industry in Film & Multimedia | FILM-COM

Posted on: Monday - Nov 11, 2024

Nashville, TN – Now in its fifth year, the Nashville Area Hispanic Chamber Foundation, in partnership with FILM-COM and supported by the Tennessee Entertainment Commission, Humanities Tennessee and other corporate and community partners, proudly presents #CineTVLatinoNashville, taking place from November 15 to November 16, 2024. This year’s theme, "De Las Americas to Music City: Bringing Together The Best Creatives," will feature meaningful virtual discussions and in-person connections between Tennessee-based industry professionals, Indigenous creators, and U.S. and international talent across the vibrant film, television, and multimedia sectors.

 

A Platform for Cultural Exchange and Industry Innovation

#CineTVLatinoNashville offers a unique space for filmmakers, industry professionals, scholars, and community members to explore diverse storytelling, intersectional identities, and the future of media. As part of the FILM-COM Conference, the event includes virtual and in-person panels, screenings, and networking opportunities. Key sessions focus on AI’s influence on storytelling, authentic representation, and the diverse voices that make up Hispanic and Indigenous narratives.

 

Introducing "Bridging Narratives: A Pilot Initiative"

This year, we proudly launch Bridging Narratives: Intersectionality and Historical Representation in Tennessee’s Film and Media—Indigenous and Latino Perspectives, a pilot initiative supported by Humanities Tennessee. This groundbreaking panel series examines the portrayal of Indigenous and Latino communities in Tennessee, focusing on the intersections of race, culture, and identity, and aims to inspire change and foster authentic representation in multimedia.

 

Event Highlights

The two-day event presents discussions with acclaimed actors, directors, and producers, tackling topics such as AI’s impact on entertainment, cultural identity, and new media opportunities.

 

Register here.