Transforming the Industry By Empowering Storytellers and creators
LFI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating infrastructure for education, advancement and innovation in the entertainment, tech arts, and media industries.
Our signature programs include the Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival (LALIFF), the Youth Cinema Project (YCP), LFI Scholar & Policy, LFI Spotlight, and LFI Fellowships.
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Marcella Ochoa: Interview
Filmmaker Marcella Ochoa, founder of 8A Entertainment, has built a career telling stories that center Latino voices and explore bold social themes through genre. From ...
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Creating Spaces to Educate, Engage, and Empower: The Leadership of Dr. David Nieto
For nearly two decades, Dr. David Nieto has shaped a culture across Hacienda La Puente Unified School District. In his three years as principal at ...
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How Simone Kirlew Mentors and Produces with Purpose
For the past couple of years, producer Simone Kirlew has been a steady creative force behind the Youth Cinema Project Alumni Fellowship films, serving as ...
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