The Film Collective

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The Film Collective Our mission is to educate youth in all aspects of the independent film industry.

Non Profit which helps to educate youth in all aspects of film, while also doing outreach with people in need.

🎬 THIS THURSDAY! Let's Talk Filmmaking! 🎙️Every great film starts with a story. But bringing that story to the screen ta...
10/19/2026

🎬 THIS THURSDAY! Let's Talk Filmmaking! 🎙️

Every great film starts with a story. But bringing that story to the screen takes vision, determination, and the right creative decisions!

🔥 Join A Conversation With Floyd Marshall Jr. and Co-Host Okema T. Moore as we welcome Ken Gregory — Producer, Writer, and Filmmaker!

Ken has helped bring award-winning independent films to life, including Huey and Becoming Sidney. This Thursday, we're diving into his filmmaking journey, the power of authentic storytelling, and what it takes to create meaningful work.

🎥 If you're a filmmaker, producer, or screenwriter, this conversation is for YOU!

📅 THIS THURSDAY — October 22
⏰ 6:00 PM ET
📲 LIVE on YouTube, Facebook & LinkedIn

âś… Mark your calendar, share this post, and invite your filmmaking community!

🎬 “Screenwriting is all about voice.” — Shannan E. JohnsonFor filmmakers and screenwriters, your voice is more than styl...
10/15/2026

🎬 “Screenwriting is all about voice.” — Shannan E. Johnson

For filmmakers and screenwriters, your voice is more than style—it’s what makes your story feel distinct, memorable, and worth following.

In Episode 174 of A Conversation With Floyd Marshall Jr., Shannan E. Johnson shares insight on screenwriting, script development, creative voice, pitching, and the business of filmmaking.

If you’re developing a screenplay or preparing an independent film for production, this episode is a reminder to protect what makes your story uniquely yours while continuing to strengthen the craft behind it.

🎙️ Listen to Episode 174 and gain practical perspective you can apply to your next project.
https://music.youtube.com/podcast/p4UQHLhxS7k

🎬 Independent filmmakers—Episode 174 is for you.On A Conversation With Floyd Marshall Jr., special guest Shannan E. John...
10/13/2026

🎬 Independent filmmakers—Episode 174 is for you.

On A Conversation With Floyd Marshall Jr., special guest Shannan E. Johnson shares practical insight on screenwriting, script development, pitching, creative voice, and the business of filmmaking.

As a Development and Current Programming Executive, Screenwriter, and CEO + Head Consultant of The Professional Pen (TPP), Shannan brings a perspective that can help filmmakers strengthen their stories before production, better understand the development process, and approach pitching more strategically.

🎙️ If you’re developing a screenplay, producing an independent film, or trying to move a project from idea to pitch, this episode offers useful takeaways you can apply to your own work.

Listen to Episode 174 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or YouTube Music.
https://music.youtube.com/podcast/p4UQHLhxS7k

Gregory — Producer, Writer, and Filmmaker!From developing meaningful stories to producing award-winning independent film...
10/12/2026

Gregory — Producer, Writer, and Filmmaker!

From developing meaningful stories to producing award-winning independent films, Ken brings valuable experience and a passion for storytelling that reflects culture, history, and authentic voices.

🎥 Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, screenwriter, producer, or creative entrepreneur, this is a conversation you won't want to miss!

đź“… Thursday, October 22, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM ET
đź“Ť LIVE on YouTube, Facebook & LinkedIn

🔥 Mark your calendar, invite a fellow filmmaker, and join the conversation!

🎬 Actors, producers, and independent filmmakers—this conversation is for you!Join A Conversation With Floyd Marshall Jr....
10/05/2026

🎬 Actors, producers, and independent filmmakers—this conversation is for you!

Join A Conversation With Floyd Marshall Jr. and Co-Host Okema T. Moore on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET for a special conversation with Nia Miranda, Actress and Producer.

We’ll explore the entertainment industry from both sides of the camera, including:
🎭 Acting insights
🎥 A producer’s perspective
🎬 Industry experiences
đź’ˇ Inspiration for independent filmmakers

Whether you’re developing your next film, building an acting career, or stepping into producing, this conversation offers an opportunity to hear firsthand perspectives from a creative professional working in the industry.

đź“… October 8, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM ET
đź“ş Live on YouTube, Facebook & LinkedIn

Join the conversation. Real stories. Real insights.

10/01/2026

🎬 Independent filmmakers, writers, producers, and storytellers—mark your calendar!

On Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET, A Conversation With Floyd Marshall Jr. welcomes Fanshen Cox for a conversation about inclusive storytelling, representation, impact, and creating opportunities in film and media.

Fanshen is the founder of TruJuLo Productions, co-author of the Inclusion Rider, host and producer of the Webby-nominated podcast Sista Brunch, and award-winning playwright of One Drop of Love.

🎙️ Join Floyd Marshall Jr. and Co-Host Okema T. Moore as they explore insights that can help independent filmmakers think more intentionally about their stories, productions, creative impact, and the people they bring into the process.

đź“… Thursday, October 1, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM ET
đź“ş Live on YouTube, Facebook & LinkedIn

Real people. Real conversations. Real insights for filmmakers.

Angela Davis has a message for every aspiring filmmaker sitting on a great idea: stop waiting for someone else to give y...
09/29/2026

Angela Davis has a message for every aspiring filmmaker sitting on a great idea: stop waiting for someone else to give you permission. In Episode 173 of the ACW Podcast, she breaks down how she green-lit her own first feature film — and what it really takes to make something powerful on a micro-budget.

If you've ever wondered how far creativity and resourcefulness can stretch a tight budget, this conversation is for you. Drop your best micro-budget tip in the comments — we'd love to hear how YOU make it work! 🎬

🎙️ Listen here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aconversationwithfm/episodes/ACW-EPS-173---Green-Light-Yourself-Angela-Davis-on-Making-Your-First-Feature-Film-e3p84io

🎙️ Independent filmmakers and storytellers—this is a conversation you’ll want to hear.Join A Conversation With Floyd Mar...
09/28/2026

🎙️ Independent filmmakers and storytellers—this is a conversation you’ll want to hear.

Join A Conversation With Floyd Marshall Jr., with Co-Host Okema T. Moore, for a special conversation with Fanshen Cox on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET.

Fanshen Cox is the founder of TruJuLo Productions, co-author of the Inclusion Rider, host and producer of the Webby-nominated podcast Sista Brunch, and award-winning playwright of One Drop of Love.

🎬 We’ll explore inclusive storytelling, equity and representation, creating impact through film and media, and insights independent filmmakers can use as they build their careers and projects.

đź“… October 1, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM ET
đź“ş Live on YouTube, Facebook & LinkedIn

Join us for a conversation about expanding who gets to tell stories—and how those stories reach the world.

🎬✨ “I’m putting myself at the front of the line, and I’m gonna green light myself.” — Angela DavisThat mindset is a less...
09/25/2026

🎬✨ “I’m putting myself at the front of the line, and I’m gonna green light myself.” — Angela Davis

That mindset is a lesson every filmmaker, writer, producer, and creative can use.

In our latest conversation, Angela Davis shares the kind of insight that speaks directly to independent filmmakers: stop waiting for permission, trust your vision, and take meaningful steps toward the work you know you’re called to create.

If you’ve been sitting on a script, a film idea, or a creative project, let this be your reminder: sometimes the next move is yours to make.

🎙️ Listen to A Conversation With Floyd Marshall Jr. for more real conversations that encourage filmmakers to think bigger, move smarter, and create with purpose.
https://music.youtube.com/podcast/zZ1xa95JWMc

09/24/2026

🎬 What does it really take to strengthen a screenplay and move a project closer to production?

Join A Conversation With Floyd Marshall Jr., with Co-Host Okema T. Moore, for an upcoming conversation with Shannan E. Johnson—Development and Current Programming Executive, Screenwriter, and CEO + Head Consultant of The Professional Pen (TPP).

Shannan brings valuable experience from both the creative and executive sides of the entertainment industry. Through TPP, she helps screenwriters develop stronger scripts, prepare for the pitch process, and better understand how stories move from idea to development.

🎙️ This conversation is especially valuable for:
Screenwriters developing a new script
Filmmakers preparing projects for production
Producers looking to strengthen story development
Creatives who want a clearer understanding of the entertainment business

đź“… September 24, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM

Tune in and gain practical insight into writing, development, pitching, and building stronger stories.

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