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MYTHIC QUEST
Apple TV+ will present a marquee conversation with the cast and creatives of the critically hailed workplace comedy “Mythic Quest” amid the current sophomore season. “Certified Fresh” on Rotten Tomatoes with a 100% critics rating, the Apple original series releases new episodes every Friday through the June 25 season finale.
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New Voices: Launching A First Series
“New Voices: Launching A First Series”: First-time showrunners Konrad Kay and Mickey Down from HBO’s drama "Industry," Crystal Moselle from HBO’s comedy "Betty," and Christina Lee from HBO Max’s dark comedy "Made for Love" discuss the origin stories behind their series, the creative and practical lessons they learned at the helm, and the impact they hope to make in the entertainment industry.
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NOW WITH FIONA
The festival will present a first look at the proof-of-concept episode for "NOW with Fiona" from Emmy® nominated, award winning, and bisexual filmmaker Fiona Dawson. Starting with Season One in Texas, Fiona explores unexpected, yet positive LGBTQ+ stories from all facets of life through an intersectional and non-binary lens. Following the episode, Fiona will be joined by model & business student Kate Del Castillo (featured in episode 1), and guests from American Gateways and Equality Texas to discuss the powerful work their organizations are doing for both immigrant and LGBTQIA+ communities. Introduction by Sarah Kate Ellis, President and CEO, GLAAD.
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The OTHER Pandemic: HIV & AIDS on TV Past and Present
Just as television creatives in the last year were faced with a choice to engage (or not engage) with the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, the industry faced a similar choice in the 1980s with the arrival of HIV & AIDS. As the virus progressed in real time, so did lack of information, fear, and ignorance -- which was often reflected on screen though early portrayals of HIV and AIDS that were problematic to the very communities most devastated by the virus. The ‘90s brought a rise in more educated and empathetic portrayals with ER and Life Goes On, opening the door to even more nuanced storylines on Brothers & Sisters, How to Get Away with Murder, and Looking. All of these series allowed TV to explore HIV not as a death sentence, but as a medical condition to be managed and treated like any other, without stigmatization. This conversation will explore TV’s complicated history in regards to HIV & AIDS storylines, and the ways in which it has dismantled stereotypes by showing those living with HIV and AIDS as capable of not just surviving, but thriving.
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OZ: A Retrospective
A look back at the groundbreaking series "Oz," which debuted in 1997 as HBO’s first original one-hour drama. This retrospective will dive into the series’ unique narrative structure and feature a conversation with series cast and creatives.
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Pandemic Proof: Animation Series
A look into the resilience of animated series since the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020. Writers, voice actors, and animators will discuss the creative challenges (and advantages) of remote production, and the unique adaptability that allowed these pandemic-proof series to continue creating in the face of an industry-wide shutdown.
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The Queer Gaze
An in-depth conversation with creators, writers and directors about producing authentically Queer stories, pushing TV beyond the lens of heteronormativity, and the urgency of creating a more inclusive Queer canon for modern LGBTQ+ audiences.
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THE REPUBLIC OF SARAH
A panel for the upcoming summer series "The Republic of Sarah" presented by The CW, will include an early look at episode two. The Republic of Sarah focuses on rebellious high school history teacher Sarah Cooper (Stella Baker), who, when faced with the destruction of her town at the hands of a greedy mining company, utilizes an obscure cartographical loophole to declare independence. Now Sarah must lead a young group of misfits as they attempt to start their own country from scratch. "The Republic of Sarah" is a production of CBS Television Studios in association with Fulwell 73 and Black Lamb, and premieres June 14 on The CW.
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SELENA: THE SERIES
Netflix original "Selena: The Series" tells the story of iconic Mexican-American singer, international star, and native Texan, Selena Quintanilla. Part 2 of the series, which premieres May 4 on Netflix, chronicles the years of hard work and sacrifice the Quintanilla family navigate together as she becomes the most successful female Latin artist of all time. Cast and creatives will discuss the process of the bringing the singer’s lesser-known years to life - as well as her iconic performances - and the ways in which her legacy endures for viewers of all ages.
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SEX/LIFE
Get an early look at the first episode of “Sex/Life,” an upcoming original series from Netflix, which debuts June 25, along with a conversation with executive producers and cast. “Sex/Life” is the story of a love triangle between a woman, her husband, and her past that takes a provocative new look at female identity and desire.
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Showrunner State of the Union
A wide-ranging conversation with TV’s top showrunners about the current (and future) state of TV, production, and leadership within the industry.
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SMALL AXE with Steve McQueen
Amazon Prime Video will present an in-depth look at "Small Axe," the critically acclaimed anthology series based on the real-life experiences of London's West Indian community set between the late 1960s to the mid-1980s. Series creator, co-writer, co-editor, director and executive producer, Steve McQueen will be joined by writer/director/producer Channing Godfrey Peoples for a one-on-one conversation and exploration of the five films that comprise the series.
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