The Los Angeles Film School

Success in entertainment isn't just about creating great content—it's about understanding the pathway between creation and consumption.

"Think Like a Distributor" explained how industry professionals evaluate projects through the lens of positioning, audience development, distribution strategy, and investor readiness.

Special thanks to our distinguished panelists:
• Mark D'Anna - SVP Creative Advertising/Creative Director LA, Once Upon A Time Creative Agency
• Lyra Tan - Manager/Producer, Rally Entertainment, frmr. TV Lit Agent, Gersh
• Katie Kelley - EVP, Head of Content and Strategy, National Research Group
• Michael Fisk - Producer at Pangram Ent. and Co-Founder, The Business of Creating Institute

Moderator:
• Jennifer Mangan - Writer/Producer at Beautiful Day Productions & Co-Founder,
The Business of Creating Institute

https://www.lafilm.edu/blog/a-love-letter-to-the-non-player-character/

They buy our junk, they guard our gates, and they wait in the rain for years just to give us a side quest. It’s time we gave the NPC some respect. 🛡️

In our latest blog post, we’re tracing the evolution of the Non-Player Character - from the ghosts of Pac-Man to the companions we actually fell in love with.

Why do we care so much about characters made of code? The answer is in the bio. 🔗

📍 Tag a friend who needs to stop using NPC as an insult.

The NPC: A Love Letter to Non-Player Characters | lafilm.edu From Pac-Man's ghosts to Garrus Vakarian, discover why the non-player character is the secret heartbeat of every great video game world.

https://www.lafilm.edu/blog/what-watching-bad-films-can-teach-you/

Everyone talks about studying the greatest films ever made—but what if the real lessons are hiding inside the worst ones? 🎬💥

Bad films reveal the creative mistakes great movies quietly avoid:
• pacing that drags (or moves too fast)
• dialogue that feels unnatural
• sound design that breaks immersion
• tone that completely misses the audience

Movies like Troll 2 and Birdemic: Shock and Terror became infamous for all the wrong reasons—but for filmmakers, they’re case studies in what NOT to do.

Sometimes the gap between a masterpiece and a mess comes down to a few creative decisions.

Check out the full breakdown and join the debate. What’s the worst movie you’ve ever watched… and did it accidentally teach you something? 👇

The Surprising Education Hidden Inside Bad Films Troll 2, Birdemic, Gooby. what can genuinely bad films teach you? More than you'd think. A breakdown of cinematic disasters and the real filmmaking lessons hidden inside them.

In 2026, Ava DuVernay is more than a filmmaker; she’s an architect of an entirely new Hollywood ecosystem. From making history with Selma to the profound global impact of Origin, her work isn't just about telling stories—it’s about changing who gets to tell them.

Through her collective ARRAY, she has disrupted the distribution game, proving that independent voices can reach a global stage without compromising their vision. For the next generation of creators, Ava is the blueprint for narrative power and systemic change.

The red carpet is more than just a photo op - it’s a masterclass in world-building.

From the sci-fi "Man vs. Machine" textures of 2016 to the legendary film directors who curated the 2022 exhibition, the Met Gala has always been a textbook for visual storytellers. We’re ranking the top 5 most cinematic themes in the Gala's history and looking ahead to the technical challenges of the 2026 theme: 'Costume Art.'

How do lighting, architecture, and texture define a character? We’re breaking it all down in our latest blog.

🔗 Read the full breakdown:
https://www.lafilm.edu/blog/met-gala-costume-design-visual-storytelling/

The deadlines were real. The pressure was real. Now the big stage is too. Congratulations to the Class of April 2026!

The Dream is in motion. The Proof is in our alumni. The Path starts here.

Ever wondered what it’s actually like to walk the halls of Sunset Boulevard? We’re pulling back the curtain for our Virtual Open House and you’re invited.

This isn’t just another webinar - it’s your backstage pass to the entertainment industry.

What’s on the script:
The Hollywood Experience: A breakdown of our iconic facilities (including the legendary RCA building).
Alumni Success: Real stories from graduates making waves in the industry.
Live Q&A: Admissions is going live to answer your questions on financial aid, career services, and more. No script, no hurdles.

📅 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM PST
📍 Online – From anywhere in your world.

[Link in Bio to RSVP] 🔗

This isn’t just production anymore… it’s systems.

Real-time engines. AI-assisted workflows.
Studios running like tech companies.

NAB 2026 made one thing clear:
filmmakers who don’t understand tech will get left behind.