Special Events
Join us for a variety of special events designed to inspire, educate and connect. From our Industry Hive to immersive experiences, there’s something for everyone at ILLUMINATE Film Festival
OPENING NIGHT CELEBRATION
A night of inspiration, artistry, and awakening
THE INDUSTRY HIVE
ILLUMINATE's annual Industry Hive is the world's only film industry event dedicated to evolving the conscious film movement into a global phenomenon. Writers, directors, producers, creators, as well as investors and philanthropists, will join together to educate and uplift each other for the greater goal of expanding humanity's compassion and awareness through filmmaking.
SCREENWRITING WORKSHOP
ENGAGING THE FEMININE HEROIC
Dive into ancient myths and contemporary stories to uncover powerful archetypal patterns that can be harnessed to elevate your storytelling. Through engaging lectures, evocative film clips, inspiring writing exercises and playful exploration, we'll unlock the creative flow and connect with the timeless wisdom of the Feminine Heroic.
ACTING THROUGH THE LENS OF LOVE: A HOLOMOVEMENT WORKSHOP
Scarlett Lewis made a courageous choice after the brutal murder of her 6-year-old son, Jesse—she chose love over fear. In this powerful presentation, Scarlett shares a life-changing formula she discovered through a message Jesse left behind, revealing how love can be put into action in every thoughtful response.
Through the Choose Love Movement, she has created no-cost solutions that are now taught in all 50 states and 135 countries. Now, in collaboration with Holomovement Visioneer Emanuel Kuntzelman, this message expands, uniting love, quantum science and holistic transformation.
THE MEDICINE OF MOVIES
Explore how films can act as powerful tools for healing and transformation. In this immersive workshop with Sheva Carr, discover how cinema can move more than images—it can move hearts, shift perception, and inspire action through the lens of love.
THE ART OF INTEGRATION
Join Matt & Joy Kahn for an immersive workshop in Quantum Expansion (QUE), where heart-centered practice meets cinematic insight. Discover how to ground film-inspired transformation into real, lasting change.
HEART & HARMONY SONG CIRCLE
Cap off a fun day of film-going with heart-opening community singing led by beloved artist Donna De Lory in an intimate evening of joy and connection.
HIVE DEEP DIVE
Join ILLUMINATE’s Interim Executive Director Kia Kiso for a forward-thinking conversation on the evolving path of conscious media and the future of storytelling in the industry.
BETTER TOGETHER: THE POWER OF FRIENDSHIP
Join poet and philosopher Mark Nepo for a heartful virtual conversation on the deep healing and transformative power of friendship—moderated by Teana David.