Grad Film News

Grad Film at 2026 Torino ScriptLab

Monday, Apr 20, 2026

Grad Film MFA candidate Ana A. Alpizar and alum Reuben Hamlyn were selected for the 2026 Torino ScriptLab.

Grad Film Alumni Selected for 51st Session of Cannes' La Résidence

Monday, Apr 20, 2026

Grad Film alumni Joecar Hanna and Oliver McGoldrick are a part of the six newest directors to join the 51st session of La Résidence of the Festival de Cannes.

"Ricky" by Grad Film alum Rashad Frett receives Theatrical Release

Wednesday, Apr 15, 2026

The film will be released in theaters on April 24th.

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Grad Film Alum Jess X. Snow Featured in Criterion

Wednesday, Apr 15, 2026

Grad Film Alum Jess X. Snow was recently interviewed by Robin D. G. Kelley for The Criterion Collection.

Grad Film Alum Chheangkea receives 2025 Black Family Feature Film Prize

Wednesday, Apr 15, 2026

Chheangkea is the 25’ recipient of the Black Family Feature Film Prize for his film “Little Phnom Penh”.

“In my Blood” by Grad Film alum Alex Bendo receives Independent TV Pilot Jury Award at 2026 SXSW

Monday, Apr 13, 2026

“In my Blood” by Grad Film alum Alex Bendo receives Independent TV Pilot Jury Award at SXSW 2026.

Grad Film MBA/MFA Alum Jessica Li Receives 2026 Debra Hill Fellowship

Wednesday, Apr 8, 2026

The Debra Hill Fellowship is typically awarded annually to an individual completing an accredited graduate program in producing, and whose work, interests, professionalism and passion mirror that of Debra Hill.