DIFF NYC '26 - Opening Night Panel & Reception at Gigantic Studios/Pictures

​Beyond the Greenlight: Cultivating Sustainable Ecosystems for Filmmakers and Creatives

​Join an engaging panel of filmmakers as they discuss navigating the tumultuous and changing landscape of entertainment to support filmmakers, artists, and creators.

​Panelists:

• Cassie Bradley (Creative Director, Impact Lounge)
• Brenda Vongova (President, UN Movie Society)
• Anuj Gupta (Founder & Managing Partner, WADR Law Firm)
• Sola Fasehun (Founder & Literary Manager, The Distribution Collective/TDC)
• Mehar Gujral (Producer, Gigantic Studios)
• Jodi Johnson (Founder, Thought Projectors Studio)
• ​Moderator: Jacqueline Pereda, on behalf of Latino Filmmakers Network/LFN

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Co-Presented by: The Impact Lounge, Latino Filmmakers Network, Brooklyn Winery, Red Bull, Baucis Partners

This is the only DIFF NYC 2026 not at Lincoln Center. The address for this event is:

​Gigantic Studios Address
207 WEST 25TH ST, RM 600
NEW YORK, NY 10001

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​For more on Gigantic Studios / Pictures:

​https://www.giganticpictures.com/

​https://www.giganticstudios.com/

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For more on DIFF

DIFF IN FORBES: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jerylbrunner/2024/10/24/inspired-to-create- opportunities-she-didnt-have-she-launched-a-visionary-film-festival/

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INSTAGRAM: @DIFilmFestival

​To Support DIFF:

​DIFF is a non-profit with 501c3 Status and as a result, all donations are tax deductible.

​To make a donation to DIFF please use this link below:

​https://secure.givelively.org/donate/diversity-inclusion-film-festival-diff-inc

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​RSVP does not guarantee admission. Capacity is limited and entry is first come, first served. Invitations are non-transferable and valid only for the individual named on the confirmation

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We could not do this witout the support of many wonderful people and organizations! A special thanks to:

The Distribution Collective (TDC), NBCUniversal, Danceaholic Records, Lionsgate, Fasehun Films, SAGIndie, Noizy Neighbors Records, Brooklyn Winery, Afroholic Records, Oatly, Celia's Catering, Voices of a People's History (VPH), NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA), Singing Duck Studio, Starbucks, Gigantic Studios/Pictures, Alter Eco Foods, Open Water, Lincoln Center, Impact Lounge, Marriott, The Event Planner Expo, Caspian Entertainment, Latino Filmmakers Network, Toks Media, Getty Images, Red Bull, Baucis Partners

​Diversity and Inclusion Film Festival (DIFF) Code of Conduct

​DIFF is dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive, welcoming, and harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, religion, nationality, or level of experience. We do not tolerate harassment of event participants in any form. Harassment includes offensive verbal comments, deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, harassing photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or other events, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention. We take all reasonable steps to protect our employees and attendees and have a zero tolerance culture .Attendees asked to stop any harassing behavior are expected to comply immediately. If an attendee engages in harassing behavior, the organizers may take any reasonable action they deem appropriate, including warning the offender or expulsion from the event.

​If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact a DIFF representative immediately.

​No weapons or drugs of any kind are allowed.

​We expect attendees to follow these rules at the event, event-related social events, and in our online spaces.

“See the World through every lens"

-The Diversity & Inclusion Film Festival (DIFF)

DIFF logo, slogan & poster designed by: Vincent Fichet of Singing Duck Studio

For more on Singing Duck Studio: https://www.thesingingduckstudio.com/