American Film Institute Partners With AMC to Establish Black Production Fund for Thesis Filmmakers

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The American Film Institute on Friday unveiled the establishment of a Black Production Fund in partnership with AMC Networks

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"At this pivotal moment in America’s history, the revolutionary power of visual storytelling to inspire change has never been more critical — and there is no better way to support underrepresented voices than to help fund the films they make to tell their own stories," said Susan Ruskin, dean of the AFI Conservatory and evp of the American Film Institute.

Josh Sapan, CEO of AMC Networks, added, "AMC Networks is proud to support the Black Production Fund – a vehicle to break down barriers for Black artists to tell stories that build a more inclusive culture. With UMC, we are also proud to provide a home to showcase some of these outstanding projects."

 

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