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Blindspotting (2018 Movie) Official Trailer – Daveed Diggs, Rafael Casal
EXCLUSIVE: The Black List won't announce its 20th anniversary until later this year, but the Franklin Leonard-founded platform is coming to the Bay Area today with a brand-new collaboration and a host of partners.
The brand new Bay List focuses on the talent-rich regions of San Francisco and Oakland, announcing 10 inaugural projects next summer. If you live in area codes 415 or 628, among others, you have until April 8, 2025 to submit a qualifying project. Learn more about the brainchild of Leonard and Blindspotting creator/showrunner Rafael Casal here.
"I've long been an admirer of the Bay arts community in general, so it was a no-brainer to get involved when Rafa reached out to be a part of it right away," Leonard told Deadline this morning. "I didn't realize how big the Bay is doing things. It's a real honor to work with people who are so committed to the community and a community that is dedicated to helping support and find great writing within the community. Everyone should pay attention to the scripts on The Bay List when they come out."
