"Marty Supreme" is a sports drama, loosely inspired by the life of table tennis champion Marty Reisman, following his journey from a hustler in Manhattan to a champion, with Timothée Chalamet in the lead role.
SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 07: (L-R) Madelyn Hammond, Miyako Bellizzi, Laia Casanovas, Yvett Merino, Natalie Musteata, Alisa Payne and Ashley Schlaifer speak onstage at the SBIFF Women's Panel during the 41st Santa Barbara International Film Festival at The Arlington Theatre on February 07, 2026 in Santa Barbara, California. (Photo by Rebecca Sapp/Getty Images for Santa Barbara International Film Festival)
Women's Panel: SBIFF2026
As part of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, the Women’s Panel brings together an exceptional group of Oscar-nominated and acclaimed filmmakers for an in-depth conversation on creative collaboration, leadership, and the often unseen work behind the camera.
Moderated by Madelyn Hammond, the panel highlights voices across multiple disciplines—costume design, sound, directing, and producing—offering rare insight into how some of this year’s most celebrated films came to life.
Panelists include Miyako Bellizzi (Marty Supreme), Laia Casanovas (Sirat), Yvett Merino (Zootopia 2), Natalie Musteata (Two People Exchanging Saliva), Alisa Payne (The Perfect Neighbor), and Ashley Schlaifer (Train Dreams).
A thoughtful, wide-ranging discussion that celebrates the artistry, craft, and leadership of women shaping the future of cinema.
Saturday, February 7 • 11:00 AM
Arlington Theatre
