This past Saturday I had the opportunity to be a part of one
the most exciting industry events for the second time. As a Producers Guild
member, I attended a nominees breakfast and discussion presented by The
Hollywood Reporter. The event, which took place at the Ricardo Montalbán
Theatre on Vine, featured a producer from each PGA nominated picture. The
discussion included topics such as the hardships of production, the casting
process, and the controversial lack of diversity on and off screen. Dede
Gardner (who went on to win the award later that night for The Big Short) suggested that change starts with us as Producers when it comes to the representation of minorities.
Gardner is responsible for the PGA and Academy Award winning 12 Years a Slave, as well as last year’s
Selma.
The day
continued later that evening at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza where nominees
and guests kicked off the night with drinks, dinner, and the awards ceremony.
It was really nice catching up with colleagues and friends, as well as meeting
with a bunch of inspiring producers and directors. One of the highlights was an
appearance by Lady Gaga, who performed her Oscar nominated song, Till It Happens To You. The song is
nominated for the documentary The Hunting
Ground, which was honored with the Stanley Kramer Award for the positive
impact it has caused in the nation.
January 23rd
is definitely one for the books. Besides the fun (and drinks), the night served
as a reminder of why I’m here and the goals I set for myself. Congratulations
to all the nominees and winners.
PGA nominees discussion panel at the Ricardo Montalbán Theatre
Good times with my friends Julie Park and Sue Zen Chew
Good times with my friend Sue Zen Chew
Posing with friend Daniel Dreifuss (No), dinning with former colleague Omar Linares (Los Golden Boys, Tiny & Shekinah's Weave Trip), and sharing a moment with Mary Parent (The Revenant)
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