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Each week on Screen Talk, IndieWire’s Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio debate the indie film world and beyond — from film festivals to new releases and the future of the business. Director James Gray (Paper Tiger) joins Thompson and Lattanzio for a live recording of their popular podcast.

In related festival programming, James Gray and composer Christopher Spelman join Tyler Coates (VAFF Board) for a conversation following Paper Tiger.

DateThu, Oct 22, 2026
Time3:00 PM
VenueVault Virginia - The Gallery

Free Event

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Speakers

James Gray

James Gray is a director known for The Immigrant, The Lost City of Z, and Ad Astra. Born in New York City, he wrote, directed, and produced Armageddon Time, which was inspired by his own childhood in 1980s Queens.

Anne Thompson

Anne Thompson is the editor at large of IndieWire and cohosts the weekly Screen Talk podcast. She has contributed to renowned publications across the industry including Entertainment Weekly, The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, and The New York Times.

Ryan Lattanzio

Ryan Lattanzio is the Executive Editor for IndieWire, where he has covered film since 2019. He also co-hosts the publication’s weekly Screen Talk podcast with Anne Thompson, covering festivals, awards season, and the industry.

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