The Closest Thing to Heaven
Director: Dorne Pentes Run Time: 98 min.
In celebration of films made in Charlotte, NC, The Independent Picture House is screening “The Closest Thing to Heaven.”
*Following the film, Emmy Award Winning production designer Jim Gloster will speak to his process of creating the production design for this acclaimed Dorne Pentes film in a Q+A.
Moderator: Amanda Medina is a set decorator & clearance manager working across television and film, with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of storytelling through space and texture. With years of experience bringing scripted worlds to life, Amanda has collaborated on a range of acclaimed productions such as Lionsgate, Universal & Netflix helping shape the visual tone of each project from the inside out.

