Creative Industries Day - Directing 101 Panel: Alison Reid, Xiaodan He

Event Description

Event type: All Ages

Directing 101 brings together feature film directors for a candid conversation about the realities of directing. Panelists will discuss their creative processes, career paths, and the practical challenges of bringing a feature film from script to screen. From working with actors and collaborators to navigating production decisions and finding your voice as a director, this panel offers insight into both the artistic and logistical sides of the role.

Whether you’re an aspiring director, a student filmmaker, or simply curious about how feature films are made, this session will provide valuable advice, real-world perspectives, and an honest look at the realities of directing.

Panelists include:

Alison Reid - Director/Producer, The Art of Adventure
Xiaodan He - Director and Screenplay Writer, Montreal Ma Belle
This panel is sponsored by the Directors Guild of Canada - Ontario with support from the Tett Centre for Creativity and Learning, KCFF, Queen's Film & Media, and the City of Kingston.