The Dallas International Film Festival presents Talk/Show, a free series of panel discussions and conversations that will interest filmgoers and filmmakers alike. Held at locations around the city, Talk/Show features notable filmmakers and journalists, special guests and honorees.

Content and locations subject to change.

Location: The Dallas Museum of Art [ map]

NOON: FILM MATTERS—IMPACTING YOUTH
The discussion will focus on messaging to children, tweens and teens; structuring an age appropriate story; entertaining young audiences while driving home a message that can change behavior or attitudes; marketing to young audiences and their parents; funding films that can IMPACT younger audiences and measuring IMPACT on behavior and actions of younger audiences. Free.

Moderated by Director Keith Maitland

Panelists: Leslie Ferrell, President of Big Idea Entertainment (producer of VeggieTales); Sharon Amezcua (Founder of JuntoBox Films); and Trevor Hall (President of the Creative Visions Foundation)
Presented by ArtHouse Dallas and M3 Films

2 P.M.: RACE IN FILM
This panel will explore the racial memes, stereotypes and hurdles that exist in modern cinema, where films today are increasingly divided into categories based on race, gender and sexuality. The discussion will also focus on how quality storytelling can transcend cultural differences and be universally enjoyed by people of all backgrounds. Free.
Moderated by Jamilah King – News Editor for Colorlines.com

4 P.M. FAITH IN FILM (I PLAN TO GO and take students)
Lots of films can be said to have soul, but faith-based films take it to another level. This panel will discuss the lucrative and growing trend of faith based filmmaking, including who is making them, who are the audiences, and whether or not this could become the next big movie making market. Free
Moderated by Michael Cain of M3 Films