LACC Students Create Impactful Films with Production Mini-Grants

Thanks to the generous support of the Golden Globe Foundation, the Los Angeles City College Foundation was able to award 19 fellowships during the Fall semester to Cinema/TV and journalism students, with two-thirds of the recipients coming from communities of color. These fellowships, paired with production mini-grants, provided students with critical funding to bring their creative visions to life, allowing them to develop projects that highlight diverse perspectives and important social issues.

Among the many films created with this support is Climate Comedy, a thought-provoking short film that delivers a crucial message about environmental change through humor and storytelling. Another standout project is Somebody, an LGBTQ+ coming-of-age story crafted almost entirely by queer filmmakers of color. These films not only showcase the creativity and technical skills of LACC’s emerging filmmakers but also serve as powerful narratives that reflect the experiences of underrepresented communities.

For students like Cinema/TV major Simone Brazzini, the experience was transformative. “This experience has been invaluable for me as a multihyphenate filmmaker. I had the opportunity to refine my craft, grow as a collaborator, and navigate the creative challenges of bringing a vision to life. The process was both rewarding and joyful, and it has inspired me to continue telling stories that amplify marginalized perspectives.”By investing in student filmmakers and providing them with hands-on production experience, these fellowships are fostering the next generation of diverse storytellers. The Los Angeles City College Foundation is proud to support students in their artistic and professional journeys, ensuring that their voices and stories are heard on a larger stage.