The 23rd annual Beverly Hills Film Festival is proud to host several educational panel discussions led by reputable and experienced members of the Beverly Hills Film Festival 2025 Grand Jury and the film industry.
Thursday, April 20th 12:00pm
WRITERS/DIRECTORS
Moderator: Steven Paul
With Special Guests:
Sean McNamara : Writer, Director
Ian Neligh : Writer
Tony Dean Smith : Director
Friday, April 21st 12:00pm
Independent Film Producing and Financing
Moderator: Scott Karol
Panelists:
Deidre Owens : VP Tax Credit Financing, Cast & Crew
Tarkan Dospil : Independent Producer
Pascal Borno : Founder, Angel Oak Films, Independent production/financing/International Sales company
Devanny Pinn : Independent Producer/Director, Jaguar Motion Pictures
Saturday, April 22nd 12:00pm
Agents and Managers
Moderator: Steven Paul
Panelists:
Bradie Stenlauf : Agent CAA
Chris Allen : Buchwald
Gaby Cohen : Agent GERSH