As part of our continuing outreach efforts aimed at independent filmmakers, for the 16th consecutive year the DGA was a sponsor of Film Independent's Los Angeles Film Festival (LAFF).

On June 18, the Guild hosted a luncheon for directors with films that were presented at LAFF. Director Brett Morgen (The Kid Stays in the Picture) spoke about the advantages of membership in the Guild. Then on June 26, Directors Jay Duplass and Mark Duplass (Cyrus) conducted the LAFF Coffee Talk: Directors panel where they spoke about their careers and membership in the Guild.

LAFF seeks to connect the movie-loving public to critically acclaimed filmmakers, film industry professionals, and emerging talent in the heart of Los Angeles. Widely recognized as a world-class event, this year's festival featured 200 features, shorts, and music videos from more than 40 countries, along with gala premieres, panels and seminars, short film programs, music video showcases, free outdoor screenings, live musical performances, and unique signature events.