Join HOCA Studio for a bold, behind-the-scenes workshop exploring how indie filmmakers are breaking the rules—and breaking through. Moderated by director and HOCA founder Thang Ho, this conversation uses the cult sci-fi film Coherence as a case study to dive into resourceful filmmaking strategies: writing for the edit, building momentum outside the system, and creating work that lasts without waiting for permission.

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Celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the mind-bending indie cult classic Coherence with a special screening at the Atlanta Film Festival, followed by a live Q&A with writer-director James Ward Byrkit. Moderated by actor/filmmaker Jenna Kanell (Terrifier, Faceless After Dark), this conversation will unpack the film’s legendary no-permission process—from minimal script to living room location—and its lasting impact on the independent film world. Partnership with Reel Friends.

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Spray Bottle is coming home.

Join us for the Atlanta premiere of Spray Bottle, a genre-blending short written, directed, and led by Jenna Kanell, with a special twist—live director commentary during the screening.

Presented as part of Reel Friends’ Reel Talk series, the evening features five bold short films from Atlanta filmmakers, followed by in-the-moment insights from the directors themselves. Stick around after for a mixer with the filmmakers and community creatives.

Reel Friends has been building something special in Atlanta—championing diverse, authentic voices and creating spaces for filmmakers to connect, collaborate, and show the work that matters. We’re honored to be a part of it.

🗓️ Monday, May 13

📍 Plaza Theatre

🕗 8:00 PM arrival / 8:30 PM screening

🎤 Live director commentary + mixer to follow

Come through. Bring a friend. Let’s talk film.

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