Film

African American Cinema Society The African American Cinema Society (AACS) mission is to amplify Black cinema and empower diverse voices in the entertainment industry. Founded by Kayli Walls, Daisa Watkins, and Caleb Dunomes, this club was founded to build community and opportunity for students in film and media across the diaspora. Originally founded by John Singleton in the 1980s at the University of Southern California and adapted at Loyola Marymount University, we aim to promote networking and knowledge of the entertainment industry through panels and various events based around Black cinema.
Association of Moving Image Archivists Student Chapter @ UCLA The Association of Moving Image Archivists (AMIA) is a non-profit professional organization that works to advance the practice of moving image archiving. The AMIA Student Chapter at UCLA was founded in 2000 and provides a social and intellectual forum for students interested in saving priceless cinematic history. Moving images are the preeminent art form of the 20th Century and, as such, provide much insight into the past and into culture as a whole. To promote the safeguarding of such a precious resource, AMIA Student Chapter members engage in a multitude of activities including attending symposia, organizing lectures and curating screenings of significant films. By attending an AMIA Student Chapter of UCLA screening or event, you are personally contributing to the ongoing education of rising archivists and preservationists. With help from you, students are able to engage in more activities at a greater level.
Bruin Film Society Bruin Film Society is UCLA's sole resident undergraduate organization dedicated to screening and showcasing quality cinema from all genres and decades. The organization seeks to promote film cultural awareness, diversity within the medium, and to foster a community that appreciates film both as entertainment and as art. Events include free advance screenings of Oscar contenders, Q&As with talent, and red-carpet opportunities.
Color Box Production Company, The The Color Box Production Company’s name reflects a promise to search for truth and clarity. The purpose of the production company shall be: To create an inclusive performance space for all University of California-Los Angeles (hereinafter referred to as “UCLA”) students, no matter their race, gender or sexuality. Its mission is to enhance, stimulate, and celebrate understanding of one’s self and others through the shared experience of live performance, routed in the affluent melting pot of diverse ethnic classics. The production company will also branch out to include bold and innovative interpretations of world drama and film, marked by the reflection and inclusion of the community and world we live in. The Color Box Production Company has no tolerance for the discrimination of someone’s ethnicity, race, nationality, sexual orientation, age, demographic, gender identity, disability, religion or previous affiliations. The production company will pride itself in being all inclusive, which will reflect in performances, films, and events produced on campus. The Color Box Production Company intends to be an important voice in UCLA’s discussion of diversity, supporting and propelling individuals and institutions in their quest for understanding. It will strive to entertain, inform, and educate, providing a strong commitment to diverse new voices, thereby enriching the cultural life of the UCLA community. Operationally, the company will strive to remain fiscally sound and small enough that every individual who becomes a member can be heard, be accountable, excel at what they love to do, and project the company's core mission and values.
Delta Kappa Alpha Delta Kappa Alpha is a national, professional, gender-inclusive cinema fraternity. Established at the University of Southern California in 1936, Delta Kappa Alpha now has chapters at over 20 universities. Delta chapter was founded at UCLA in 1953, forming an extensive history of tradition on campus. Our mission is to cultivate an environment conducive to nurturing creativity and fostering lifelong professional, and personal connections. Within our organization, we offer a comprehensive platform for individuals to acquire knowledge across various aspects of filmmaking and actively engage in film production, welcoming all students interested in learning about the professional and production elements of the film industry as well as seeking a supportive and inclusive community on campus. Our commitment lies in establishing an open and inclusive environment within the entertainment industry.
Film & Photography Society (FPS) The Film and Photography Society (FPS) provides hands-on experience for all that are interested in filmmaking and photography, with no experience necessary. From those who have never touched a camera to those who have worked on countless professional sets, everyone is welcome to join. With FPS, students fill all the roles necessary, be it on a photoshoot or a film set, so members quickly gain hands-on experience which cannot otherwise be learned by studying film and photography in a classroom. FPS also fosters a safe and comfortable social environment where members can make lifelong friends.
Loong Shot Discover the rich tapestry of Asian cinema and contemporary pop culture through a scholarly yet passionate lens. We unite film enthusiasts, cultural scholars, and creatives to explore Asian visual storytellings—from groundbreaking auteurs to viral phenomena. We aim to foster critical engagement with Asian cinematic traditions and modern pop culture while building bridges between academic discourse and creative expression. We celebrate diversity and diasporic narratives, amplifying underrepresented voices and igniting cross-cultural dialogue.
Mirrorball Productions Mirrorball Productions was founded when a group of theater students wanted to venture into film-land. A group of undergraduate students filled with a love for storytelling and creativity, banded together to form a production company. These students were inspired by a screenwriting course they took over the summer that became the inaugural short film, "Cedar Mountain." This company was created for students who have any interest in art to expand and enrich the craft of production and filmmaking to any degree. Mirrorball focuses on telling original stories, illuminating new perspectives of all-too-common narratives. The group aims to collaborate with the entire student body and anyone with a desire to create!
Oll Korrect Media Oll Korrect Media is a film and media production group at UCLA.
Platform Platform is a student-run association that exists to build a community for undergraduate and graduate students interested in the media of film and video, through hosting screenings, Q&As with artists, scholars, and critics, and post-film discussions. We approach film appreciation and education through an anti-colonial lens, by challenging institutional aesthetic standards, expanding and reimagining the film canon, and sharing voices and perspectives from previously marginalized artists and movements.
Shining Stars: Horror Club at UCLA Welcome to UCLA’s horror cinema club! This is a no-commitment social club for horror lovers, from routine trivia winners to baby bats. We screen one horror film each week, starting with easy viewings and working up to the most terrifying films Of All Time. Bring your blanket, pillow, and emotional support witches and get ready to scream! Also, prepare to indulge in horror-themed mocktails, field trips to LA’s most haunted locales, goth club nights (18+), year-round Halloween extravaganzas, and late night debriefs in our very own bat cave. Subgenre preferences, best days for meetings, allergies, and favorite movies will all be polled for early on. Note: this is a safe space! Trigger warnings will be provided well before each screening, but these are optional (we understand if you want the suspense).
Women in Animation at UCLA WIA at UCLA is a group that encourages community and equal opportunity for female-identifying and non-binary students interested in and/ or pursuing professions in the animation industry. This student organization is a chapter of the non-profit advocacy group WIA, founded in 1995 to offer networking and resources to underrepresented gender groups in animation, VFX, and gaming.