Below the Line Mentor Session: Christopher Lee Warren (Blind Beagle VFX)

Event ID: PP1150902

Mon, Mar 16, 2026 | 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM

Venue: Executive Room (Omni Downtown)

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Summary

Meeting with this mentor is highly recommended if you're interested in Below the Line, Narrative Filmmakers, Doc Filmmakers.

Contributors

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