The SCAD Savannah Film Festival is set to host its second annual TV Sidebar from October 25 to November 1, 2023, in Savannah, Georgia. This year’s event will showcase three new TV series across various genres, including horror, drama, and comedy. A highlight of the festival will be the HBO Original prequel, IT: Welcome to Derry.
Featured Series at the Festival
During the TV Sidebar, attendees can look forward to screenings of:
- IT: Welcome to Derry – This horror series serves as a prequel to the IT franchise.
- All Her Fault – A drama featuring Dakota Fanning and Sarah Snook about a mother’s search for her missing son.
- I Love LA – A comedy that follows a group of friends navigating life in Los Angeles.
Key Events and Guests
The event will kick off with a Halloween screening of IT: Welcome to Derry. This will include a Q&A session featuring cast members and director Andy Muschietti, along with executive producer Barbara Muschietti. The series is set to premiere on October 26 on HBO and HBO Max.
On October 31, the festival will host a screening of I Love LA, which stars Rachel Sennott and revolves around friendship and love in the city. Following this, there will be a moderated discussion with Sennott and her co-stars Odessa A’zion, Josh Hutcherson, and True Whitaker. The show premieres on November 2.
Wrapping up the TV Sidebar on November 1, All Her Fault will be showcased. This series, featuring a mother’s desperate quest to find her son, is expected to captivate audiences. It premieres on November 6 on Peacock.
Acknowledging Dakota Fanning
During the festival, Dakota Fanning will be honored with the Outstanding Achievement in Television Award on November 1. This recognition highlights her contributions to the industry and her upcoming role in All Her Fault.
Industry Insights
The SCAD Savannah Film Festival aims to provide a platform for emerging voices in the entertainment world. Christina Routhier, the executive director, expressed excitement about the event’s partnership with Deadline. The TV Sidebar is proving to be a significant opportunity for students and attendees to engage with top storytellers and view highly anticipated series directly in Savannah.
