Onward!
70th Flaherty Film Seminar
June 26–29, 2025
PODS
CINEMATECA DE BOGOTÁ | NEW DELHI | LISBON | LOS ANGELES | NYC | PORTO | THAI FILM ARCHIVE | TORONTO | WARSAW
About Pods
We are partnering with global arts organizations to host local Seminar experiences. The Pods support our mission to decentralize the Seminar experience and expand access.
From June 26 to 29, people in Salaya, New Delhi, Warsaw, Porto, Lisbon, Bogotá, Toronto, New York, and Los Angeles will gather daily to watch Seminar programs and participate in discussions with local participants. Find your Pod!
Our partner venues will host groups of participants for four days of in-depth engagement with Seminar programs. The global Pod schedule includes five curated programs spread across four days, with one program per day (two on Saturday). Each Pod will screen the same films presented that day in New York City, fostering collective and dynamic Seminar discussions in locally favored languages. Facilitated by local curators, artists, organizers, and discussion leaders, these conversations will be enriched by additional materials and prompts provided by the Seminar team. Some Pods will complement Seminar programs with localized film curation.
In addition to in-person screenings and discussions, Pod participants will have full access to the Flaherty Online Experience, which includes the entire film program, curated readings, and global discussion forums. The Online Experience will remain accessible through July 31, allowing registrants to continue engaging with the Seminar’s ideas and conversations beyond the in-person convenings.
A series of smaller scale, self-organized Gatherings will take place worldwide. Details coming soon.
Pod Registration Includes
Full access to Seminar programs and discussions at your local Pod venue(s).
five curated programs spread across four days, with one program per day (two on Saturday/Sunday).
Pre-recorded introductions by Seminar programmers.
Daily in-person discussions on-site, led by local facilitators, artists, and special guests.
Daily Correspondence with other Pods, fostering global conversations.
Access to the Online Experience.
In-person discussions from the NYC in-person Seminar will not be live-streamed.
Thank you to our official Pod Partners
Find your Pod!
Cinemateca de Bogotá
Bogotá, Colombia
Hosted by Cinemateca de Bogotá and Instituto Distrital de las Artes - Idartes, the Cinemateca de Bogotá Pod will feature daily programs accompanied by discussions led by local artists and thinkers.
All film screenings will be presented with Spanish subtitles.
60 REGISTRATIONS AVAILABLE | $35 USD / ~145, 826.83 COLOMBIAN PESOS
This fee helps cover the operational costs of the Pod and provides access to all Cinemateca de Bogotá Pod activities and sessions, as well as the Online Experience.
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Thursday, June 26–Sunday, June 29, 2025
The global Pod schedule includes five curated programs spread across four days, with one program per day (two on Saturday). Schedule displayed in local time.Thursday, June 26 | 18–21
Friday, June 27 | 18–21
Saturday, June 28 | 15–18 & 18–21
Sunday, June 29 | 17–20
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Cinemateca de Bogotá
Cra. 3 #19-10, Santa Fé, Bogotá, Cundinamarca, Colombia
NEW Delhi Pod
New Delhi, India
Khoj | New Delhi, India
In collaboration with Kaddukkas and Khoj International Artists’ Association, the New Delhi Pod will feature daily screenings accompanied by discussions led by local artists and thinkers. This Pod will also include special local programming curated to complement the Seminar’s themes.
40 REGISTRATIONS AVAILABLE | TIERED PRICING
Registration for the New Delhi Pod offers tiered pricing to ensure accessibility and the viability of the Pod. This is an honor system–we ask that you contribute what you can, especially if you benefit from economic stability or have an institution underwriting your registration.
TIER 2 – STANDARD REGISTRATION
$28 USD / ~RS 2,500
This standard registration fee helps cover the operational costs of the Pod at a reasonable price. This tier provides access to all New Delhi Pod activities and sessions, as well as the Online Experience. Your participation at this level directly contributes to the sustainability of our programming and community-building efforts.
TIER 1 – DISCOUNTED REGISTRATION
$12 USD / ~RS 1,000
This subsidized registration option is designed to ensure the Seminar remains accessible to essential community members, independent creators, emerging professionals, and individuals facing financial constraints. While this rate is below the actual cost per attendee, it provides full access to all New Delhi Pod activities and sessions, and the Online Experience. If you qualify for this tier but can comfortably afford the standard registration, we warmly encourage you to consider the Tier 2 option to help sustain Pod programming.
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Thursday, June 26–Sunday, June 29, 2025
The global Pod schedule includes five curated programs spread across four days, with one program per day (two on Saturday/Sunday).Daily schedule to be announced.
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Khoj International Artists’ Association
S-17, opposite Select Citywalk, near Sai Baba Mandir, Khirki Extension, Block J
Lisbon Pod
Lisbon, Portugal
FBAUL | Lisbon, Portugal
In collaboration with The Fine Arts Faculty of the University of Lisbon (FBAUL), IPLUSO - ECIA Higher School of Communication, Innovation and Arts, and The Laboratory of Cinema and Philosophy (IFILNOVA, NOVA-FCSH), the Lisbon Pod will present the Seminar’s film programs alongside in-depth discussions with film scholars and artists.
All programs will be presented with Portuguese subtitles.
80 REGISTRATIONS AVAILABLE | TIERED PRICING
TIER 1 | DISCOUNTED REGISTRATION
$25 USD / ~23.03 Euro
This subsidized registration option is designed to ensure our seminar remains accessible to essential community members, independent creators, emerging professionals, and individuals facing financial constraints. While this rate is below the actual cost per attendee, it provides full access to all Lisbon Pod activities and sessions, as well as the Online Experience. If you qualify for this tier but can comfortably afford the standard registration, we warmly encourage you to consider the Tier 2 option to help sustain Pod programming.
TIER 1 | STANDARD REGISTRATION
$75 USD / ~69.25 Euro
This standard registration fee helps cover the operational costs of the Pod while remaining reasonably priced. This tier provides complete access to all Lisbon Pod activities and sessions, as well as the Online Experience. Your participation at this level directly contributes to the sustainability of our programming and community-building efforts.
Limited discounted slots available for FBAUL, IPLUSO, and IFLNOVA students. For more information, contact Maile Colbert at mailecolbert@gmail.com.
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Thursday, June 26–Sunday, June 29, 2025
The global Pod schedule includes five curated programs spread across four days, with one program per day (two on Saturday/Sunday).Daily schedule to be announced.
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FBAUL - Faculty of Fine Arts of the University of Lisbon
Largo da Academia Nacional de Belas Artes, 1249-058 Lisboa, Portugal
IFILNOVA
Colégio Almada Negreiros, – Office 319 NOVA FCSH, Campus de, 1099-032 Lisboa, Portugal
Universidade Lusófona - Centro Universitário de Lisboa
Campo Grande, 376, 1749 – 024 Lisbon
Los Angeles Pod
Los Angeles, USA
Organized in collaboration with the Center for Ethnographic Media Arts and USC School of Cinematic Arts, the Los Angeles Pod will feature Seminar screenings alongside facilitated conversations with artists and media professionals, creating a space for critical discourse and cross-disciplinary exchange.
The L.A. Pod will also include special local programming curated to complement the Seminar’s themes.
70 REGISTRATIONS AVAILABLE | TIERED PRICING
Registration for the Los Angeles Pod offers tiered pricing to ensure accessibility and the viability of the Pod. This is an honor system–we ask that you contribute what you can, especially if you benefit from economic stability or have an institution underwriting your registration.
TIER 1 | DISCOUNTED REGISTRATION
$30 USD
This subsidized registration option is designed to ensure our seminar remains accessible to essential community members, independent creators, emerging professionals, and individuals facing financial constraints. While this rate is below the actual cost per attendee, it provides full access to all L.A. Pod activities and sessions, as well as the Online Experience. If you qualify for this tier but can comfortably afford the standard registration, we warmly encourage you to consider the Tier 2 option to help sustain Pod programming.
TIER 2 | STANDARD REGISTRATION
$50 USD
This standard registration fee helps cover the operational costs of the Pod while remaining reasonably priced. This tier provides complete access to all L.A. Pod activities and sessions, as well as the Online Experience. Your participation at this level directly contributes to the sustainability of our programming and community-building efforts.
TIER 3 | INSTITUTIONAL REGISTRATION
$100 USD
This registration tier is ideal for participants whose attendance is funded by their institution or organization, or for established professionals who wish to support our commitment to accessibility and a more sustainable seminar model. By registering at this level, you're helping us maintain our inclusive pricing model while ensuring the long-term sustainability of the seminar Pods. Contributing through Tier 3 registration provides complete access to all L.A. Pod activities and sessions, as well as the Online Experience.
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Thursday, June 26–Sunday, June 29, 2025
The global Pod schedule includes six curated programs spread across four days, with one program per day (two on Saturday and Sunday).Daily schedule to be announced.
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USC School of Cinematic Arts
Screening venue to be announced.
Porto Pod
Porto, Portugal
Hosted by Escola Superior Artística do Porto and Batalha Centro de Cinema, the Porto Pod will feature daily programs and guided discussions led by curators, artists, and scholars. This Pod offers an opportunity for participants to engage with the Flaherty Seminar in a historic cinema setting, fostering a vibrant exchange of ideas.
All programs will be presented with Portuguese subtitles.
In collaboration with Centro de Estudos Arnaldo Araújo and Cineclube da Fábrica. Centro de Estudos Arnaldo Araújo is funded by FCT.
80 REGISTRATIONS AVAILABLE | TIERED PRICING
TIER 1 | STANDARD REGISTRATION
$16 USD / ~14.78 EURO
This registration fee helps cover the operational costs of the Porto Pod at a reasonable price, provides access to all Porto Pod activities and sessions, the Flaherty Online Experience, and lunch at Batalha Centro de Cinema on Sunday.
Your participation at this level directly contributes to the sustainability of our programming and community-building efforts.
TIER 2 | INSTITUTIONAL / PAY-IT-FORWARD REGISTRATION
$75 USD / ~69.25 EURO
This registration tier is ideal for participants whose attendance is funded by their institution or organization, or for established professionals who wish to support our commitment to accessibility and sustainability.
By registering at this level, you're helping us maintain our inclusive pricing model while ensuring the long-term sustainability of the seminar Pods. Contributing through this registration fee provides access to all Porto Pod activities and sessions, the Flaherty Online Experience, and lunch at Batalha Centro de Cinema on Sunday.
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Thursday, June 26–Sunday, June 29, 2025
The global Pod schedule includes five curated programs spread across four days, with one program per day (two on Saturday/Sunday).Thursday, June 26 | ESAP
17:30 | Auditorium
19 | Coffee BreakFriday, June 27 | ESAP
17:30 | Auditorium
19 | Coffee BreakSaturday, June 28 | Batalha
15:15 | Sala 2
17 | Coffee BreakSunday, June 29 | Batalha
11:15 | Sala 2
13:30 | Lunch
15:15 | Sala 2
17 | Coffee Break
17:30 | Discussion at Batalha Bar
19 | ClosingSchedule displayed in local time.
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Thursday & Friday:
Escola Superior Artística do Porto a
R. dos Navegantes no 51, 4000-357 Porto, Portugal
Saturday & Sunday
Batalha Centro de Cinema
Praça da Batalha 47, 4000-101 Porto, Portugal
Thai Film Archive Pod
Salaya, Thailand
Thai Film Archive | Salaya, Thailand
Hosted by the Thai Film Archive, the Salaya Pod provides a unique opportunity for local audiences to engage with the Seminar through screenings, discussions, and facilitated conversations.
Screenings will be subtitled in Thai, and discussions will be led by regional curators and scholars.
60 REGISTRATIONS AVAILABLE | TIERED PRICING
Registration for the Thai Film Archive Pod offers tiered pricing to ensure accessibility and the viability of the Pod. This is an honor system–we ask that you contribute what you can, especially if you benefit from economic stability or have an institution underwriting your registration.
TIER 1 | STUDENT REGISTRATION
$15 USD / ~500 TBH
This subsidized registration option is designed to ensure our seminar remains accessible to essential community members, independent creators, emerging professionals, and individuals facing financial constraints. While this rate is below the actual cost per attendee, it provides full access to all Thai Film Archive Pod activities and sessions, as well as the Online Experience. If you qualify for this tier but can comfortably afford the standard registration, we warmly encourage you to consider the Tier 2 or Tier 3 option to help sustain Pod programming.
TIER 2 | STANDARD REGISTRATION
$30 USD / ~1,000 TBH
This standard registration fee helps cover the operational costs of the Pod while remaining reasonably priced. This tier provides complete access to all Thai Film Archive Pod activities and sessions, as well as the Online Experience. Your participation at this level directly contributes to the sustainability of our programming and community-building efforts.
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Thursday, June 26–Sunday, June 29, 2025
The global Pod schedule includes five curated programs spread across four days, with one program per day (two on Saturday/Sunday).Daily schedule to be announced.
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Thai Film Archive
94 หมู่ที่ 3 Phutthamonthon Sai 5 Road, Salaya, Phutthamonthon District, Nakhon
Toronto Pod
Toronto, Canada
Cinecycle | Toronto, Canada
50 REGISTRATIONS AVAILABLE | $75 USD / ~108 CAD
This standard registration fee helps cover the operational costs of the Pod at a reasonable price. This tier provides complete access to all Toronto Pod activities and sessions, as well as the Online Experience. Your participation at this level directly contributes to the sustainability of our programming and community-building efforts.
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Thursday, June 26–Sunday, June 29, 2025
The global Pod schedule includes five curated programs spread across four days, with one program per day (two on Saturday/Sunday).Daily schedule to be announced.
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CFMDC @ Cinecycle
129 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON M5A 1J7, Canada
Warsaw Pod
Warsaw, Poland
Partnering with the Faculty of Modern Languages- University of Warsaw, Cultural Center for Modern Art - Ujazdowski Castle and AMATOR Film and Education Association, the Warsaw Pod will present the Seminar’s daily film programs. Discussions will be facilitated by film scholars and local curators, providing deep engagement with the Pod program. The Warsaw Pod will also include special local programming curated to complement the Seminar’s themes.
Programs will be presented with Polish subtitles.
65 REGISTRATIONS AVAILABLE | TIERED PRICING
Registration for the Warsaw Pod offers tiered pricing to ensure accessibility and the viability of the Pod. This is an honor system–we ask that you contribute what you can, especially if you benefit from economic stability or have an institution underwriting your registration.
TIER 1 | DISCOUNTED REGISTRATION
$15 USD / ~58.09 PLN
This subsidized registration option is designed to ensure our seminar remains accessible to essential community members, independent creators, emerging professionals, and individuals facing financial constraints. While this rate is below the actual cost per attendee, it provides full access to all Warsaw Pod activities and sessions, as well as the Online Experience. If you qualify for this tier but can comfortably afford the standard registration, we warmly encourage you to consider the Tier 2 or Tier 3 option to help sustain Pod programming.
TIER 2 | STANDARD REGISTRATION
$30 USD / ~116.19 PLN
This standard registration fee helps cover the operational costs of the Pod. This tier provides complete access to all Warsaw Pod activities and sessions, as well as the Online Experience. Your participation at this level directly contributes to the sustainability of our programming and community-building efforts.
TIER 3 | INSTITUTIONAL & PAY-IT-FORWARD REGISTRATION
$60 USD / ~232.40 PLN
This registration tier is ideal for participants whose attendance is funded by their institution or organization, or for established professionals who wish to support our commitment to accessibility and a more sustainable seminar model. This option includes your full Pod access while simultaneously sponsoring attendance for a qualifying community member who might otherwise be unable to participate. Your generosity helps us build a more diverse and inclusive seminar environment. Contributing through Tier 3 registration provides complete access to all WarsawPod activities and sessions, as well as the Online Experience.
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Thursday, June 26–Sunday, June 29, 2025
The global Pod schedule includes five curated programs spread across four days, with one program per day (two on Saturday/Sunday).Daily schedule to be announced.
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Cultural Center for Modern Art - Ujazdowski Castle
Jazdów 2, 00-467 Warszawa, Poland