AFI Conservatory

@AFIConservatory

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Los Angeles, CA

Joined September 2011

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AFI Conservatory@AFIConservatory · Jul 14

🎬Applications are open now for #AFIDWW+, a groundbreaking year-long program that educates emerging narrative filmmakers. Apply to join the Class of 2027 now through September 3 at conservatory.afi.com/dww-how-to-app… @IndieWire

AFIConservatory's tweet image. 🎬Applications are open now for #AFIDWW+, a groundbreaking year-long program that educates emerging narrative filmmakers.
Apply to join the Class of 2027 now through September 3 at conservatory.afi.com/dww-how-to-app… @IndieWire

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AFI Conservatory@AFIConservatory · Jul 12

Planning to apply to the AFI Conservatory this fall? The AFI Admissions team is here to help! Join us this coming Tuesday, July 15 at 4:00 pm PT for a virtual discussion about the 2026 application process & the requirements for each discipline. RSVP here: conservatory.afi.com/updated-requir…

AFIConservatory's tweet image. Planning to apply to the AFI Conservatory this fall? The AFI Admissions team is here to help! Join us this coming Tuesday, July 15 at 4:00 pm PT for a virtual discussion about the 2026 application process &amp; the requirements for each discipline. RSVP here: conservatory.afi.com/updated-requir…

AFI Conservatory@AFIConservatory · Jun 25

Creative spirits thrive at the #HollywoodFringe Festival & AFI alum Diana Romero is leading the way with “Me, Myself and Other,” a one-woman show that blends humor, heart and resilience. Bravo! Visit bit.ly/45FfB0p for tickets and use code WELOVEAFI for $10 admission!

AFIConservatory's tweet image. Creative spirits thrive at the #HollywoodFringe Festival &amp; AFI alum Diana Romero is leading the way with “Me, Myself and Other,” a one-woman show that blends humor, heart and resilience. Bravo!

Visit bit.ly/45FfB0p for tickets and use code WELOVEAFI for $10 admission!

AFI Conservatory@AFIConservatory · Jun 24

Frederick Elmes & Peter Deming, #AFIAlumni & the cinematographers behind 5 of David Lynch’s films, talk #TwinPeaks, their collaborations with Lynch & a long-rumored project that might finally come to life. Read more from their sit down with @Variety here: bit.ly/44l63Fz.

AFIConservatory's tweet image. Frederick Elmes &amp; Peter Deming, #AFIAlumni &amp; the cinematographers behind 5 of David Lynch’s films, talk #TwinPeaks, their collaborations with Lynch &amp; a long-rumored project that might finally come to life. Read more from their sit down with @Variety here: bit.ly/44l63Fz.

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AFI Conservatory@AFIConservatory · Jun 17

At this year’s #AFIConservatory Commencement, #ViolaDavis & #WalterMurch will receive honorary doctorates for their work across film & TV. Their contributions to the art form inspired audiences—and now, they will inspire the next generation of storytellers: the AFI Class of 2025.

AFIConservatory's tweet image. At this year’s #AFIConservatory Commencement, #ViolaDavis &amp; #WalterMurch will receive honorary doctorates for their work across film &amp; TV. Their contributions to the art form inspired audiences—and now, they will inspire the next generation of storytellers: the AFI Class of 2025.

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AFI Conservatory@AFIConservatory · Jun 6

🎬 Now Streaming! If your streaming budget isn’t stretching as far as it used to, check out what’s new on Watch.AFI.com for free. Explore the incredible talent of #AFIAlumni and discover the next generation of creative voices. Stream today on .

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AFI Conservatory@AFIConservatory · Jun 2

Big congrats to Karina Lomelin Ripper (AFI DWW+ 2025) for winning Best U.S. Latina Director of a Live Action Short at #LALIFF2025 for her incredible #AFIDWW+ film THERE’S A DEVIL INSIDE ME! We’re so proud to see her powerful storytelling get the recognition it deserves. 👏👏👏

AFIConservatory's tweet image. Big congrats to Karina Lomelin Ripper (AFI DWW+ 2025) for winning Best U.S. Latina Director of a Live Action Short at #LALIFF2025 for her incredible #AFIDWW+ film THERE’S A DEVIL INSIDE ME! We’re so proud to see her powerful storytelling get the recognition it deserves. 👏👏👏

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AFI Conservatory@AFIConservatory · May 31

🎬 Today at the #AFIConservatory, we welcomed ADOLESCENCE co-creators Stephen Graham & Jack Thorne for a special screening of their critically acclaimed series, followed by an exclusive conversation with AFI Fellows and Alumni, offering a deep dive into their creative process.

AFIConservatory's tweet image. 🎬 Today at the #AFIConservatory, we welcomed ADOLESCENCE co-creators Stephen Graham &amp; Jack Thorne for a special screening of their critically acclaimed series, followed by an exclusive conversation with AFI Fellows and Alumni, offering a deep dive into their creative process.

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AFI Conservatory@AFIConservatory · May 30

👏👏 Congrats to our alum, Deanna Esposito, who has been selected for the prestigious 2025–2027 NBC TV Writers Program. Chosen from a competitive pool, Deanna’s achievement highlights her exceptional talent and promise in episodic television writing. #AFIAlumni #Screenwriting

AFIConservatory's tweet image. 👏👏 Congrats to our alum, Deanna Esposito, who has been selected for the prestigious 2025–2027 NBC TV Writers Program. Chosen from a competitive pool, Deanna’s achievement highlights her exceptional talent and promise in episodic television writing.

#AFIAlumni #Screenwriting

AFI Conservatory@AFIConservatory · May 20

Spike Lee’s new film HIGHEST 2 LOWEST, starring Denzel Washington, debuted at #Cannes yesterday, and Oscar buzz is already building for cinematographer and AFI alum Matthew Libatique. 🙌 #AFIAlumni

AFIConservatory's tweet image. Spike Lee’s new film HIGHEST 2 LOWEST, starring Denzel Washington, debuted at #Cannes yesterday, and Oscar buzz is already building for cinematographer and AFI alum Matthew Libatique. 🙌 #AFIAlumni

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AFI Conservatory@AFIConservatory · May 20

🎬 This year's #AFIDWW+ cohort just wrapped a week of hands-on filmmaking bootcamp. These emerging directors brought their visions to life through short film shoots, guided by incredible mentors. Next up: creating their own short films over the next few months! #AFIConservatory

AFIConservatory's tweet image. 🎬 This year's #AFIDWW+ cohort just wrapped a week of hands-on filmmaking bootcamp. These emerging directors brought their visions to life through short film shoots, guided by incredible mentors. Next up: creating their own short films over the next few months! #AFIConservatory

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AFI@AmericanFilm · May 17

AFI Alum #AriAster (Class of 2010) earns rave reviews at #Cannes2025 with his latest masterpiece EDDINGTON! 🌟 Critics are buzzing, and with a cast like Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, Emma Stone and Austin Butler, it’s no wonder. #AFIAlumni #Eddington

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AFI@AmericanFilm · May 16

Meet the dream team! ✨📝 We're thrilled to introduce the incredible mentors for this year's #AFIConservatory Writers’ Room Ready — guiding the next generation of trailblazers as they bring bold, original TV pilot scripts to life. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/4krYMdF.

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IndieWire@IndieWire · May 16

Matthew Weiner and ‘Hacks’ Creators Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, and Jen Statsky to Mentor AFI 2025 Writers’ Room Ready Program indiewire.com/news/general-n…

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IndieWire@IndieWire · May 15

Cannes Premiere ‘The Plague’ Twists the Pock-Marked Perils of Adolescence Into Body Horror — with Joel Edgerton indiewire.com/features/inter…

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AFI Conservatory@AFIConservatory · May 16

While no actual beavers attended the exclusive on-campus screening of the indie hit HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS, hundreds of laughs were had! 🎬 Director @KurtRavenwood brought some dam 🦫 good inspiration for AFI filmmakers. #AFIConservatory #FilmSchool #HundredsOfBeavers

AFIConservatory's tweet image. While no actual beavers attended the exclusive on-campus screening of the indie hit HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS, hundreds of laughs were had! 🎬 Director @KurtRavenwood brought some dam 🦫 good inspiration for AFI filmmakers.

#AFIConservatory #FilmSchool #HundredsOfBeavers

AFI Conservatory@AFIConservatory · May 15

🦫 Last night at the #AFIConservatory, #HundredsOfBeavers took center stage! Producer Kurt Ravenwood brought his comedy to campus for a special screening, followed by a conversation with AFI Fellows about his low-budget hit film. Stay tuned for video highlights from the seminar.

AFIConservatory's tweet image. 🦫 Last night at the #AFIConservatory, #HundredsOfBeavers took center stage! Producer Kurt Ravenwood brought his comedy to campus for a special screening, followed by a conversation with AFI Fellows about his low-budget hit film. Stay tuned for video highlights from the seminar.

AFI Conservatory@AFIConservatory · May 10

🎬 Tonight, at the #AFIConservatory, we hosted Erin Foster, creator, showrunner and executive producer of #NobodyWantsThis, for a special screening of her @Netflix series, followed by a conversation with AFI Fellows & Alumni. Stay tuned for the video of the seminar, coming soon.

AFIConservatory's tweet image. 🎬 Tonight, at the #AFIConservatory, we hosted Erin Foster, creator, showrunner and executive producer of #NobodyWantsThis, for a special screening of her @Netflix series, followed by a conversation with AFI Fellows &amp; Alumni. Stay tuned for the video of the seminar, coming soon.

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