Photo Highlights from panels on Day 3 at AFM

The AFM Sessions continued with two big morning panels. Links to hi-res photos can be found here: https://www.dansteinberg.com/p338685816

When Films Change the World (9:30am – 11:00am) 

Films have a greater opportunity than ever to inspire and empower social awareness and change on a mass scale. Those behind some of the most successful impact films discuss how to make a difference through storytelling. 

Panelists
Danny Gabai, Chief Content Officer, VICE Studios U.S.
Elizabeth Haggard, SVP of Narrative Film, Participant
Jonathan Prince, Co-Founder & President, Philmco Media

David Steward II, CEO, Lion Forge Animation

Moderator

Robert Rippberger, Founder & Co-Executive Director, SIE Society 

Forecasting the Future for Independent Film (11:30am – 1:00pm) 

Industry leaders go beyond the headlines to discuss the state of the industry, what it means to be an Independent today, and how their companies are working to shape the future of film. 

It was very intersting to see how the panelists expressed positive and optimistic views on the future of film and the indies. The audience applauded to each of these shared statements, very uplifting at a time the industry is under scrutiny.

Panelists
David Fannon, EVP, Distribution, Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment & President, Screen Media Ventures, LLC
Martin Moszkowicz, Chairman of the Executive Board, Constantin Film

Ashley Stern, President, Picture Perfect Federation / Federation Entertainment of America 

Moderator
Patrick Frater, Asia Editor, Variety