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Welcome to Summer 🌞
Events are a little slower - but we're still busy here!
| | Image Location: Hillsboro Inlet, Pompano Beach, FL | | 2026 Broward Business & Beyond Conference (BBBC) | | |
The 2026 Broward & Beyond Business Conference welcomed entrepreneurs, business leaders, and professionals from across the region for a day dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and economic growth. Hosted annually by the Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development (OESBD), the conference provides attendees with valuable insights, resources, and connections designed to help businesses thrive in an evolving marketplace.
During the event, Film Commissioner Sandy Lighterman took to the stage to highlight the continued growth of Broward County’s film and television industry and the economic opportunities it creates for local businesses and residents. Joining her on stage from the audience was Emerging Filmmaker Grant recipient Bima Mandic, who shared her experience bringing her project, White Shark, to life with support from Film Lauderdale’s Emerging Filmmaker Grant program.
Bima spoke about the impact of receiving support and how programs like the Emerging Filmmaker Grant help independent filmmakers transform creative projects into successful productions while strengthening South Florida’s growing creative economy.
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Film Lauderdale, in partnership with Film Professor Josh Ellis and BrandStar Studios, recently hosted its 3rd Annual Production Assistant Workshop, providing 20 Broward County residents with hands-on training and practical experience for launching a career in the screen industry.
During the two-day workshop, attendees learned essential entry-level production skills including set protocol, walkie-talkie etiquette, start paperwork, production terminology, departmental responsibilities, union guidelines, set safety, equipment handling, and more. Participants also gained valuable insight into how the Production Assistant role serves as a stepping stone to higher-level positions throughout the industry.
Upon receiving their certificates of completion, graduates will be added to Film Lauderdale’s list of recommended Production Assistants, helping connect local productions with trained Broward County crew members and supporting workforce development within the region’s growing screen industry.
| | Have cool crew photos? Send them our way and we'll feature it in our next newsletter! | | | | One of Fort Lauderdale's newest gems, DC Alexander Park offers much more than your typical beachfront green space. Featuring a striking elevated overlook with panoramic ocean views, unique architectural elements, open gathering areas, and direct waterfront access, the park provides a great backdrop for productions looking for a modern, dynamic and futuristic space. | | |
Join the After School Film Institute for the 2nd Annual Broward Student Film Festival on July 2nd at Savor Cinema! The festival is a single-evening cultural event celebrating the artistic and technical achievements of young (13-18) filmmakers from South Florida’s schools, coming together for an evening of short film screenings and filmmaker Q&As, an opportunity for young filmmakers to network.
Entrance is free! Scan the QR code or click the link below for tickets.
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Beat the South Florida heat and relive a true 90s classic on the big screen!
COOL SUMMER NIGHTS at Savor Cinema is bringing back the movies that defined a generation — and Space Jam kicks it off with high-flying hoops, Looney Tunes chaos, and Michael Jordan saving the day.
📅 July 9th
🕗 Doors 7:30 PM | Showtime 8:00 PM
📍 Savor Cinema, Fort Lauderdale
Themed cocktails, retro vibes, and fellow movie lovers waiting for you. Click the link below for tickets.
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This month, Savor Cinema is participating in National Arthouse Theater Day, a nationwide celebration that recognizes the vital role independent cinemas play in enriching cultural life and fostering community through film! National Arthouse Theater Day is not only a celebration of movies but also a recognition of the important role local theaters play in strengthening communities, encouraging dialogue, and keeping the magic of cinema alive for future generations.
Join Savor Cinema on Thursday, July 30th for two special screenings of the independent films 'Once Upon A Time In A Cinema' and 'Sugar Island'. Click the link below to learn more and get tickets today.
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The Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLIFF) is one of the premier cultural events in South Florida, celebrating bold storytelling, global perspectives, and the art of cinema. FLIFF41 continues its legacy of excellence by showcasing a dynamic selection of feature-length films and documentaries from emerging and established filmmakers around the world.
Early Deadline: October 1st, 2026
For more information on submission, click the link below!
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NSU University School's Film Forward is back this year! Film Forward is a one‑week summer camp in Ft Lauderdale for student filmmakers entering grades 8–12 in 2026–27, running from July 27th to 31st. Campers will collaborate to create a short film while learning directly from industry professionals. This camp is open to all experience levels.
Apply by: Friday, July 15th, 2026
For more information on price and how to register, click the link below!
| | Film Lauderdale is a full-service concierge Film Commission that provides locations and logistics assistance, issues film permits for 27 municipalities, coordinates with State and Federal entities, offers referral resources, and nurtures local content creators. We are a streamlined, one-stop production shop! The Film Commission’s mission is to attract film, television, commercial, and print production to Broward County, creating economic growth, high wage jobs, and new opportunities for small businesses. | | | | |
