# Indie Film, Hollywood Tech: Virtual Production on Any Budget

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**Date:** March 16, 2026 · 10:00 PM  
**Location:** Omni Downtown / Pennybacker  
**Format:** Fireside Chat  
**Track:** Film & TV track  
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## Speakers

- **Nessa Aref** — Filmmaker/Head of Production
- **Kashif Pasta** — Director & Editor

Independent filmmakers are told to write small. But LED volume technology is unlocking worlds of possibility outside the Hollywood system, proving virtual production isn't just for sci-fi blockbusters. From queer horror-comedies to intimate dramas to stylized period pieces, we'll look at real-world case studies that show how accessible virtual production can be. Learn how to think about LED volumes, Unreal Engine, and more from script to budget without technical overwhelm—and discover how to make those 'impossible' scripts possible.

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