Filmable Clubhouse #010 — Updated 4 days, 4 hours ago

Thursday February 20th, 2025 starting at 6:30PM (PST)
Address: 143 W 3rd Avenue, Vancouver, BC
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In honour of Black History (and Futures) Month, let us celebrate Black Cinema in BC!
With a panel, curated by the Collective Bunch and with a topic created by Kevin Fitzgerald and Janessa St. Pierre, and followed by the ol' Clubhouse mingle, this promises to be an inspiring evening.
Panel Topic: Empowering Black Voices: Community Funding, Diversity & Distribution in Canadian Film
In celebration of Black History Month, this panel aims to explore and discuss the multifaceted experiences of Black filmmakers in Canada, emphasizing the crucial roles of community support, funding, and intersectionality in shaping authentic narratives. We will engage in a dialogue about overcoming barriers to funding and distribution for Black-led projects, leveraging community resources to amplify Black voices, and understanding the importance of representing diverse experiences in storytelling. Our discussion will also touch on the potential impacts of emerging technologies, including AI, streaming platforms, and fast channels, on the representation of Black-led stories.
Details:
6:30pm: Doors Open
7:00pm: Panel Starts *Seating is limited so please arrive early!*
8:30pm: Clubhouse Starts
Please note:
- This is a 19+ Event
- Admission is Free, but please RSVP
- Each guest will receive one drink ticket. More drinks are available for purchase
- Some light snacks will be available
See you there Film fam!
RSVP For This EventWhat is the Clubhouse?
Funny you should ask.
The Clubhouse is where we bring folks together to casually network without the pressure of actually networking.
We host consistent get togethers, happy hours, awkward parties, and casual hangs to foster more connectedness in our community.
So if you're a grizzled veteran, a new arrival, fresh out of film school or just wanting to simply connect with your peers, the Clubhouse is the most enjoyable way to awkwardly meet your next collaborator.
See you there!
Meet your Panelists!
These luminaries will dive in deep and discuss the importance of collective action as a resource for indie filmmakers.
Angela Moore - Moderator
Angela Moore has been a professional actress for over 25 years in film, TV and theatre. Notable performances include guest starring in the Netflix’ A Series of Unfortunate Events, principal roles Amazon’s The Stand and Netflix’ Maid, supporting lead in Lifetime’s The Christmas Aunt and recurring on ABC’s The Good Doctor and A Million Little Things and as Darlene Fowler in the CW’s Nancy Drew. In 2016, she was nominated for a Leo in the Best Supporting Actress category for the web series, CODED.
She is currently a series regular as Bakta on the MGM+ series, FROM, currentlyscheduled for filming its 4th season this summer.
As a proud mother and devout Buddhist, Angela is continually inspired to create value in her life and in the lives of others. Angela recently completed 2 terms as an Executive Board Director at UBCP/ACTRA, past Chair of the BIPOC Committee, and past co-chair of the Women’s Committee. Angela was a panelist in the Reel Equity session at the 2024 Hollywood Reporters Women In Media event in Toronto.
Adhel Arop - Panelist
Adhel Arop, with a transformative journey from the runway to the director's chair, emerged as a storyteller after a successful career as a runway model since her youth. Shaped by her early experiences on the runway, Adhel's profound understanding of the world led her into the dynamic realm of film. Her debut documentary, "Who Am I?" (Telus Storyhive), not only clinched awards but ignited global interest, securing widespread distribution and media coverage. This success became a launching pad for Adhel to undertake more ambitious projects for both film and television audiences in Canada.
In 2021, fueled by her passion for impactful storytelling, Adhel founded Adhel Productions Inc., assuming the roles of CEO and Creative Director. Leveraging her ties to the fashion industry and drawing upon her experience as a model, Adhel brings a unique perspective to filmmaking, seamlessly blending aesthetics and substance. A significant milestone for Adhel Productions was achieved with the successful pitch of "Katiba Banat: Sisters in Arms," a compelling docu-series delving into the lives of Canadian women who served as child soldiers during South Sudan's Second Civil War. Securing a deal with Rogers Media, the series is slated for production in late 2022, with a scheduled release in the fall of 2023 on OMNI.
Beyond her individual pursuits, Adhel remains committed to team-building, concept development, and fostering the talents of emerging creators. Adhel Productions, building on past successes, is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of storytelling with increasingly ambitious productions. As Adhel continues to make waves in the film industry, her unique journey exemplifies a multifaceted approach to storytelling and an unwavering commitment to creating impactful narratives
Sean S. Whyte - Panelist
*Fashion & Apparel Professional | Entrepreneur | Wardrobe Stylist | Business Owner*
With over two decades of experience in fashion, apparel, and entertainment, Sean Whyte is a dynamic entrepreneur, seasoned wardrobe stylist, and business owner. His journey began at 22 when he launched his first streetwear label in Edmonton, AB, igniting a lifelong passion for the industry. He later graduated from Vancouver’s Visual College of Art and Design (VCAD) with a diploma in Fashion Marketing, earning both *Valedictorian* honors and *Best in Show* for his portfolio.
Sean has worked with globally recognized fashion brands such as *Diesel, Oak+Fort*, and *Aunts&Uncles*, specializing in marketing, wholesale, and distribution. His deep industry expertise led him to transition into the film and television world, where he has spent over nine years as a wardrobe stylist, costume buyer, and designer. His credits include major productions like *Supergirl, Riverdale, Arrow, Wu Assassins,* and *Reunion: Upload*, as well as major brands like *Mark’s Work Warehouse*, *Frind Winery*, and *Modelo*. As a full union member of IATSE 891, he continues to bring his refined eye for fashion to the screen, and his experience from film production, to brand-building and content creation.
Now based in Kelowna, B.C., Sean is the owner and operator of *Greyhearts Denim*, the premier source for high-quality denimwear in the Okanagan. Expanding his entrepreneurial reach, he co-founded the new event space *Sixteen15* and is the co-producer and co-host of the rapidly growing podcast, *Greyhouse Pod*.
With a unique blend of fashion industry expertise, creative vision, and business acumen, Sean Whyte continues to shape and influence both the retail and entertainment industries.
Keyon Slowly - Panelist
Keyon Slowly stands as a distinguished Executive Producer within the Vancouver film industry, holding the esteemed positions of CEO and Executive Producer at Escuro Studios. With a foundation deeply rooted in camera work and lighting, Keyon possesses a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies involved in bringing a production to life, spanning both technical and logistical dimensions.
Working on some of the world's most prominent productions, including Fifty Shades of Grey, Deadpool 2, Altered Carbon, Predator, Shogun, Snake Eyes, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Home Before Dark, Keyon has excelled in roles such as Libra Remote Head Tech, Dolly Grip, and Grip. This hands-on experience has allowed him to seamlessly infuse his technical expertise into every project he produces.
Throughout his career, Keyon has seamlessly collaborated with renowned artists and brands such as Samsung, Ford, RBC, Sony, Columbia Records, Diplo, Elijah Woods, Universal, Juno Awards, and Night Lovell. His adept management of high-profile projects, orchestrating teams exceeding one hundred members, showcases Keyon's proficiency in delivering unparalleled excellence in the realm of film production.
Mariam Barry - Panelist
MARIAM BARRY is an actor, writer, director and producer based in Vancouver, BC. She is an alumni of the VIFF Catalyst program and a lover of multi genre cinema. Her award-winning short “Yaye”, developed with Bell Media and Creative BC, won Best BC Short at GemFest and is currently in the festival circuit. Other credits include working as an Accelerator Director on Neshama Entertainments Billion Dollar Bluff now streaming on Tubi through the BSO x DGC program. As a producer, Mariam is attached to Janessa St. Pierre´s upcoming feature “Hair or No Hair”, based on the critically acclaimed short. Mariam is also racking up her script writing slate, which currently includes two features, three shorts, and two comedy pilots hitting your screenings in the near future. Mariam is also an attached writer on two shows in early development.
Kevin Fitzgerald - Topic Curator
Producer, Director Kevin is an Award-Winning and Critically Acclaimed filmmaker of Indigenous heritage and African descent known for his renowned cult-classic theatrical feature documentary film Freestyle:The Art of Rhyme. It screened at numerous film festivals worldwide and won several awards including the HBO Documentary and Kodak Maverick Award. His films have been released theatrically, and commercially broadcast on MTV Networks/VH1, and B-Sky-B; and distributed on Video by Netflix, Palm Pictures, Universal, Sony and Agnes-B. Kevin was nominated for a Student Academy Award while at LACES where he shot one of his first films with actor David Arquette. He is full member of the Directors Guild of Canada, a Netflix Diversity of Voices Fellow, Black Screen Office Creator, and a Hot Docs EMF Delegate.
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