Description

Engage with filmmaking during the Utah Queer Film Festival (formerly Damn These Heels)! Personal Queer Filmmaking Workshop offers an individual exploration of ways to make films centered around one’s personal queer story. We will delve into the power of personal filmmaking for both the filmmaker and the viewer, how to develop your own story into an outline or script, and the technical aspects of filming yourself. We will emphasize the importance of queer people sharing their stories and making films that reflect our experiences. The workshop will include prompts for developing a concept, practice exercises, and time for sharing in the community. No film experience is needed.

When: Sunday, October 27, 2024 at 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm 

Where: Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center 138 W. Broadway, SLC, UT 84101 

Cost: $35 or pay what you can 

Registration: Get more information and reserve your spot at: https://utahqueerfilmfestival.org/event/personal-queer-filmmaking-workshop/

Learn about the instructor: Amanda Madden – Director, Editor 

Amanda Madden (they/them) is a filmmaker, educator, and community organizer whose work explores evolutions of intimacy, identity, body, and connection. They have worked as a director and editor of documentary, narrative, and experimental films for the past 15 years, and their work has been exhibited internationally, winning multiple awards and nominations. They facilitate the independent educational project, Reflection Collective, a series of virtual workshops and gatherings focused on creative practice as a tool for introspection and connection. 

They are also the Manager of the Artist Foundry at Utah Film Center. Learn more at amandacmadden.com. 

This workshop is hosted by the Artist Foundry and is offered as part of Utah Queer Film Festival (formerly Damn These Heels) happening October 25-27th at the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center in Downtown Salt Lake City, Utah. Learn more about festival films, workshops, activities, parties, and more at utahqff.org.