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fromVulture
1 day ago

Meeting With Pol Pot Explores How Ideology Can Curdle Into Evil

Cambodian director Rithy Panh uses film to confront the truth of the Khmer Rouge genocide beyond traditional historical narratives.
#nostalgia
fromIndieWire
2 days ago
Independent films

Colin Trevorrow Knows How Heartbreaking Filmmaking Can Be - He Wants to Change That with His Own Production Company

fromItsnicethat
3 weeks ago
Independent films

Puppets, portals and a big ol' snake: enter Chrissie Abbott's weird world for French x Element's collab

fromIndieWire
2 days ago
Independent films

Colin Trevorrow Knows How Heartbreaking Filmmaking Can Be - He Wants to Change That with His Own Production Company

fromItsnicethat
3 weeks ago
Independent films

Puppets, portals and a big ol' snake: enter Chrissie Abbott's weird world for French x Element's collab

#netflix
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Independent films

Netflix's Ted Sarandos called seeing movies in theaters 'outdated.' Rian Johnson wants his next 'Knives Out' movie in as many as possible.

fromIndieWire
3 days ago
Independent films

Jeremy Saulnier on When 'Rebel Ridge' Success Went from 'Virtual' to 'Very, Very Real'

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Independent films

Netflix's Ted Sarandos called seeing movies in theaters 'outdated.' Rian Johnson wants his next 'Knives Out' movie in as many as possible.

fromIndieWire
3 days ago
Independent films

Jeremy Saulnier on When 'Rebel Ridge' Success Went from 'Virtual' to 'Very, Very Real'

#tony-gilroy
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Andor creator Tony Gilroy

Tony Gilroy has successfully transitioned from aspiring musician to influential filmmaker over a 30-year career, known for his work in the Star Wars universe.
Media industry
fromIndieWire
3 days ago

'Andor' Season 2: Crafting Cultures, World-Building, and Story All At Once

'Andor' Season 2 excels by presenting powerful themes of revolution and sacrifice through its complex character and setting development.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Andor creator Tony Gilroy

Tony Gilroy has successfully transitioned from aspiring musician to influential filmmaker over a 30-year career, known for his work in the Star Wars universe.
Media industry
fromIndieWire
3 days ago

'Andor' Season 2: Crafting Cultures, World-Building, and Story All At Once

'Andor' Season 2 excels by presenting powerful themes of revolution and sacrifice through its complex character and setting development.
#horror-movies
fromIndieWire
3 days ago
Independent films

Two Lost Exploitation Films from Trash-Cult Favorite Andy Milligan Will 'Re-Premiere' at Tribeca

fromPolygon
1 week ago
Online marketing

If you want to buy 'evil blood,' A24's creepy horror-movie website has you covered

Independent films
fromIndieWire
3 days ago

Two Lost Exploitation Films from Trash-Cult Favorite Andy Milligan Will 'Re-Premiere' at Tribeca

Andy Milligan is a controversial cult figure in independent filmmaking, known for his dark themes and unrefined artistic style.
fromPolygon
1 week ago
Online marketing

If you want to buy 'evil blood,' A24's creepy horror-movie website has you covered

fromIndieWire
3 days ago

Patricia Arquette Took Her Directorial Debut All the Way to TIFF - Then, She Had to Recut It

"I feel so grateful to the producers and for this opportunity to go back in and continue to learn about the filmmaking process and be able to re-edit this movie."
Independent films
#kevin-smith
#cultural-representation
from48 hills
5 days ago
Independent films

A real San Franciscan tells the city like it is in 'What'chu Mixed With?' - 48 hills

from48 hills
5 days ago
Independent films

A real San Franciscan tells the city like it is in 'What'chu Mixed With?' - 48 hills

#storytelling
fromBig Think
4 days ago
Writing

Want the secret to stunning presentations? Ask Hollywood legend Francis Ford Coppola

Storytelling success relies on impactful beginnings and endings, maximizing audience engagement.
fromRoger Ebert
1 week ago
Independent films

The Unloved, Part 137: Immortals | MZS | Roger Ebert

Cinematic storytelling varies greatly between cultures, influencing audience expectations and director approaches.
Writing
fromBig Think
4 days ago

Want the secret to stunning presentations? Ask Hollywood legend Francis Ford Coppola

Storytelling success relies on impactful beginnings and endings, maximizing audience engagement.
#film-industry
Independent films
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

James Foley, director behind 'House of Cards,' 'Fifty Shades' and 'Fear,' dead at 71

James Foley, renowned director, passed away at 71, remembered for his impactful film and television career.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
5 days ago

There Are Movie Jobs in Los Angeles If You're Prepared to Go Vertical

Yun Xie leads Narval Films, producing innovative vertical dramas that cater to mobile audiences and offer unique viewing experiences.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

'Sinners,' 'Starfighter,' and the Night That Drove a Stake Through Hollywood's Love Affair with Mediocrity

The tension between genuine artistry and mass-produced content in cinema was highlighted by the release of 'Sinners' and the announcement of 'Star Wars: Starfighter.'
fromIndieWire
1 week ago
Independent films

Notes from a Feature Directorial Debut: Evan Ari Kelman Dives Deep Into the Making of 'Barron's Cove'

Independent films
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

James Foley, director behind 'House of Cards,' 'Fifty Shades' and 'Fear,' dead at 71

James Foley, renowned director, passed away at 71, remembered for his impactful film and television career.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
5 days ago

There Are Movie Jobs in Los Angeles If You're Prepared to Go Vertical

Yun Xie leads Narval Films, producing innovative vertical dramas that cater to mobile audiences and offer unique viewing experiences.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

'Sinners,' 'Starfighter,' and the Night That Drove a Stake Through Hollywood's Love Affair with Mediocrity

The tension between genuine artistry and mass-produced content in cinema was highlighted by the release of 'Sinners' and the announcement of 'Star Wars: Starfighter.'
fromIndieWire
1 week ago
Independent films

Notes from a Feature Directorial Debut: Evan Ari Kelman Dives Deep Into the Making of 'Barron's Cove'

Women in technology
fromBustle
5 days ago

Riley Keough Opened Up About The "Messy" Nature Of Filmmaking

Riley Keough emphasizes the importance of openness and vulnerability in the filmmaking process, especially for women and non-binary creators.
#celine-song
#horror
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Bring Her Back review Talk to Me directors return with a film you'll watch from between your fingers

Australian horror filmmakers continue to flourish, with 'Bring Her Back' showcasing a deeply unsettling narrative and Sally Hawkins' standout performance.
fromInverse
1 week ago
Independent films

21 Years Later, An Iconic Horror Franchise Is Back Where It Belongs

fromIndieWire
1 week ago
Independent films

'Jimmy & Stiggs' vs. the Gore Wars - Eli Roth Backs Joe Begos and Neon Aliens as His Answer to 'Terrifier 3'

Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Bring Her Back review Talk to Me directors return with a film you'll watch from between your fingers

Australian horror filmmakers continue to flourish, with 'Bring Her Back' showcasing a deeply unsettling narrative and Sally Hawkins' standout performance.
fromInverse
1 week ago
Independent films

21 Years Later, An Iconic Horror Franchise Is Back Where It Belongs

fromIndieWire
1 week ago
Independent films

'Jimmy & Stiggs' vs. the Gore Wars - Eli Roth Backs Joe Begos and Neon Aliens as His Answer to 'Terrifier 3'

fromRoger Ebert
1 week ago

Gifts in the Impediment: Nina Conti and Shenoah Allen on "Sunlight" | Interviews | Roger Ebert

We lived in this world for so long, and we developed a lot of the scenes and the script through improvising together.
Independent films
#wes-anderson
Film
fromwww.esquire.com
2 weeks ago

The Hidden Darkness In Wes Anderson's 'The Phoenician Scheme'

Wes Anderson embraces his distinctive style, continually infusing it with his ideals while exploring themes of family and charisma in his films.
fromGameSpot
1 week ago
Independent films

Criterion Collection Is Launching A $500 Wes Anderson 4K Blu-Ray Box Set

Film
fromwww.esquire.com
2 weeks ago

The Hidden Darkness In Wes Anderson's 'The Phoenician Scheme'

Wes Anderson embraces his distinctive style, continually infusing it with his ideals while exploring themes of family and charisma in his films.
fromGameSpot
1 week ago
Independent films

Criterion Collection Is Launching A $500 Wes Anderson 4K Blu-Ray Box Set

Media industry
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Runway CEO Cris Valenzuela on Hollywood, copyright, and the future of filmmaking

Runway aims to democratize filmmaking rather than disrupt the industry, collaborating with major studios to enhance creative expression.
#creative-process
#mission-impossible
fromKotaku
1 month ago
Film

Tom Cruise Promises Underwater Sequence 'Unlike Any Other' In Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning

Film
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Tom Cruise Promises Underwater Sequence 'Unlike Any Other' In Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning

Tom Cruise promises an unprecedented underwater stunt in 'Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning.'
London food
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

How Tom Cruise's new blockbuster deepfaked a Tube station in central London

'Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning' features a fictional tube station in Trafalgar Square, highlighting creativity in cinematic storytelling.
#hollywood
Los Angeles
fromVulture
1 week ago

Hollywood Has Left Los Angeles

Rob Lowe highlights challenges in Hollywood filmmaking, especially regarding crew availability and the shift in production locations.
Artificial intelligence
fromInverse
3 weeks ago

What's Going On With AI In Hollywood?

AI has quickly become a significant player and possible competitor in Hollywood filmmaking.
Prominent filmmakers are increasingly collaborating with AI technologies for productions.
fromInverse
2 weeks ago
Independent films

21 Years Later, The Century's Most Overlooked Sci-Fi Flop Just Got A Huge Upgrade

Los Angeles
fromVulture
1 week ago

Hollywood Has Left Los Angeles

Rob Lowe highlights challenges in Hollywood filmmaking, especially regarding crew availability and the shift in production locations.
Artificial intelligence
fromInverse
3 weeks ago

What's Going On With AI In Hollywood?

AI has quickly become a significant player and possible competitor in Hollywood filmmaking.
Prominent filmmakers are increasingly collaborating with AI technologies for productions.
fromInverse
2 weeks ago
Independent films

21 Years Later, The Century's Most Overlooked Sci-Fi Flop Just Got A Huge Upgrade

#youth-empowerment
fromCbsnews
1 week ago
NYC startup

NYC program trains at-risk youth in filmmaking to "flip the script" on gun violence

fromCbsnews
1 week ago
NYC startup

NYC program trains at-risk youth in filmmaking to "flip the script" on gun violence

#documentary
Film
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Apple is making a five-part documentary on Martin Scorsese

Martin Scorsese's life and themes of his work will be explored in a new five-part docuseries on Apple TV Plus.
fromKqed
2 weeks ago
Independent films

SF DocFest Is About to Screen the Oddest Zodiac Killer Film Yet

fromAeon
1 week ago
philosophy

'Do worms cry?' - and other questions collected from the mind of a curious child | Aeon Videos

Film
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Apple is making a five-part documentary on Martin Scorsese

Martin Scorsese's life and themes of his work will be explored in a new five-part docuseries on Apple TV Plus.
fromKqed
2 weeks ago
Independent films

SF DocFest Is About to Screen the Oddest Zodiac Killer Film Yet

fromAeon
1 week ago
philosophy

'Do worms cry?' - and other questions collected from the mind of a curious child | Aeon Videos

#cinematography
#cinema
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
3 weeks ago

Cannes 2025: Resurrection, Honey Don't | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Both films reflect on different eras of filmmaking to explain the randomness of reality.
Bi Gan's "Resurrection" blends silent film techniques with a speculative narrative about dreams.
Independent films
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Are You Watching a Movie? Or Is it Just Content?

The erosion of traditional cinema qualities raises the question: What makes a film feel like a true movie in the streaming era?
fromKotaku
1 month ago
Film

The Weeknd Insists 'Cinema' Is His True Passion Despite His Panned Performance In The Idol

Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
3 weeks ago

Cannes 2025: Resurrection, Honey Don't | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Both films reflect on different eras of filmmaking to explain the randomness of reality.
Bi Gan's "Resurrection" blends silent film techniques with a speculative narrative about dreams.
Independent films
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Are You Watching a Movie? Or Is it Just Content?

The erosion of traditional cinema qualities raises the question: What makes a film feel like a true movie in the streaming era?
fromKotaku
1 month ago
Film

The Weeknd Insists 'Cinema' Is His True Passion Despite His Panned Performance In The Idol

Film
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago

95-Year-Old Clint Eastwood Not Done Directing: "No Reason Why a Man Can't Get Better with Age"

Clint Eastwood, at 95, is not retiring from filmmaking and believes he continues to improve with age.
fromAnOther
2 weeks ago

"It's like a Dance": Michael Cera on His Entry into Wes Anderson's World

It was an interesting situation, because I didn't know I'd been cast in yet. But I was like, 'OK, I'm game,' because I was happy they were asking me.
Film
Film
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Kevin Costner sued by stunt performer over alleged unscripted rape scene in 'Horizon 2'

Devyn LaBella has filed a lawsuit against Kevin Costner for alleged sexual harassment during filming of "Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter Two."
#creative-arts
Los Angeles
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Fonco Studios: Creating magic for Marvel, 'The Mandalorian,' and tomorrow's blockbusters

Fonco Studios transforms creative visions into reality with their extensive production support and design services.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Fonco Studios: Creating magic for Marvel, 'The Mandalorian,' and tomorrow's blockbusters

Fonco Studios transforms creative visions into reality with their extensive production support and design services.
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

'Thunderbolts*' stunt performer breaks down Bucky Barnes' epic motorcycle scene - and the last-minute script addition

The majority of my free ride work, we shot on a splinter unit...we would kind of break off and do some stuff in a smaller unit.
Independent films
Film
fromAnOther
3 weeks ago

Sentimental Value Review: Joachim Trier's Startlingly Intimate Family Drama

Joachim Trier's films explore the spiritual crises of modern young Norwegians amid ambition and self-discovery.
fromAeon
3 weeks ago

Humanity eradicated smallpox 45 years ago. It's a story worth remembering | Aeon Videos

In his latest work, The Plea, Halloran explores how smallpox went from perhaps the deadliest infectious disease in human history to a fading memory.
philosophy
Film
fromwww.esquire.com
3 weeks ago

Peter Berg on the 'Friday Night Lights' Reboot, Taylor Sheridan, and 'American Primeval'

Realistic portrayal of the American West through intensive outdoor filming
Crew underwent physical transformations due to challenging conditions
Story set against historical tensions and violent events of the 1850s
Director emphasizes an adventure-like experience for both crew and characters
#google-io-2025
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Google Flow is a new AI video generator meant for filmmakers - how to try it today

Google has launched Flow, an AI video-generation tool aimed at filmmakers, to compete with OpenAI.
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Google debuts an AI-powered video tool called Flow | TechCrunch

Google introduced Flow, an AI-powered video tool aimed at filmmakers.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

Google Flow is a new AI video generator meant for filmmakers - how to try it today

Google has launched Flow, an AI video-generation tool aimed at filmmakers, to compete with OpenAI.
Film
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Michelle Williams complains living with Ryan Gosling was 'horrible' when filming 'Blue Valentine'

Michelle Williams shared that living with Ryan Gosling while filming 'Blue Valentine' was a unique but challenging experience meant to enhance their on-screen chemistry.
#cannes-film-festival
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
3 weeks ago

Cannes 2025: The Chronology of Water, Urchin | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Kristen Stewart's directorial debut "The Chronology of Water" adapts Lidia Yuknavitch's memoir with emotional depth and stunning visuals.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
3 weeks ago

How Low Can You Go: Even at Cannes, Longevity Means Living Lean | In Development Vol. 003

Richard Linklater emphasizes the importance of keeping production costs low for aspiring filmmakers.
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
3 weeks ago

Cannes 2025: The Chronology of Water, Urchin | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Kristen Stewart's directorial debut "The Chronology of Water" adapts Lidia Yuknavitch's memoir with emotional depth and stunning visuals.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
3 weeks ago

How Low Can You Go: Even at Cannes, Longevity Means Living Lean | In Development Vol. 003

Richard Linklater emphasizes the importance of keeping production costs low for aspiring filmmakers.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Dogme 25 announced at Cannes, as directors launch cultural uprising'

A new movement called Dogme 25 seeks to revive artistic integrity in filmmaking by avoiding digital tools and focusing on human creativity.
#artistic-integrity
fromOpen Culture
3 weeks ago
Independent films

How Steven Soderbergh Directs a Scene & Makes It Great

Steven Soderbergh maintains artistic integrity in filmmaking, balancing indie and Hollywood styles with unwavering craft and dedication.
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago
Independent films

Malia Obama accused of copying indie filmmaker for Nike commercial: 'shockingly similar'

Malia Obama faces accusations of copying indie filmmaker Natalie Jasmine Harris's work for her Nike commercial.
Independent films
fromOpen Culture
3 weeks ago

How Steven Soderbergh Directs a Scene & Makes It Great

Steven Soderbergh maintains artistic integrity in filmmaking, balancing indie and Hollywood styles with unwavering craft and dedication.
Independent films
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Malia Obama accused of copying indie filmmaker for Nike commercial: 'shockingly similar'

Malia Obama faces accusations of copying indie filmmaker Natalie Jasmine Harris's work for her Nike commercial.
Independent films
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Nouvelle Vague Makes a Case for the Ambition of Youth

Nouvelle Vague depicts Jean-Luc Godard's journey to filmmaking without fully embodying the innovative style of his iconic work, Breathless.
Independent films
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

Why it hurt to see a Nike ad by Malia Obama that echoed my short film

Natalie Jasmine Harris questions the originality of a Nike ad directed by Malia Obama, asserting indie creators are often overlooked and deserve recognition.
Independent films
fromInverse
4 weeks ago

Christopher Nolan's Exciting New Epic Will Achieve A Historic First

Christopher Nolan is leading a revolution in filmmaking by exclusively using IMAX film cameras for his adaptation of Homer's 'The Odyssey.'
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Alessia Cara on her new album, new tour and old secrets | CBC News

"That's something that has been a secret dream of mine. Directing something, or writing a show or a movie...it's something I've always been, really, secretly interested in."
Music
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 month ago

INTERVIEW: 'You don't want me in Sweden? Yeah, sure, I don't care'

"For me, coming to Sweden was a new start. I had to succeed in what I'm doing so I can build a life, also running away from the trauma of war in Syria."
London politics
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

When Jodie Foster found out acting wasn't a dumb job - Harvard Gazette

Foster's evolution from a Disney child star to a two-time Academy Award winner highlights her artistic growth and commitment to challenging societal norms.
Women in technology
#behind-the-scenes
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Independent films

I Can't Watch These Iconic '80s Movies The Same Way After Learning These 40 BTS Facts

fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Independent films

I Can't Watch These Iconic '80s Movies The Same Way After Learning These 40 BTS Facts

fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago

Bay Point director Mejia's first feature film, Muse,' released in Orinda

Making a film can be incredibly challenging, especially when balancing a full-time job like ironworking. However, the passion and dedication to storytelling can push one through.
Film
fromHackernoon
4 years ago

A Deadline Taught me Everything I Needed to Know About Productivity | HackerNoon

As a software developer, I often feel lost in a constantly evolving tech world, yet I still manage to get the job done.
Growth hacking
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

The Last Of Us Season 2 Director Reveals How The Sims Movie Was Inspired By The Show

"Craig writes the thoughts of the characters in the script. I love it, and I have 100% stolen that, and I'm now doing it in all the scripts I write. It's such a good idea."
Video games
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Paul Feig

I just love [heat]. I can't eat anything without putting some kind of a hot sauce on it. I think it's because when I was a kid, all the food in Michigan at that time was so bland I thought I hated food.
Food & drink
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Natasha Lyonne to direct and star in a new sci-fi film created with generative AI

Natasha Lyonne is creating a sci-fi film, 'Uncanny Valley,' integrating generative AI, sparking discussions on AI's role in Hollywood.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

Sundance Institute Announces Fellows for 2025 Directors, Screenwriters, and Native Labs

The Sundance Institute has announced its 2025 lab cohorts featuring award-winning filmmakers, focusing on hands-on development of original screenplays.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

22 Movies That Were Originally Supposed To Be Wayyyy Different

Pete Docter originally envisioned Monsters, Inc. as a story about a 30-year-old man haunted by his childhood fears, represented by unseen monsters.
Independent films
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Steven Soderbergh refuses to make Hollywood epics if they feel like 'Oscar bait.' If he makes one again, he'll cast Timothee Chalamet.

The people we needed to come out didn't come out, and unfortunately, it's impossible to really know why.
Independent films
Bicycling
fromBikemag
1 month ago

The Most Inspiring MTB Film of 2025: Life Above 1000

Life Above 1000 exemplifies the artistry in mountain bike storytelling, urging viewers to appreciate creativity in a fast-paced media landscape.
Independent films
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Her Abortion Drama Won Praise, but Not in Her Native Country

Dea Kulumbegashvili highlights the complexities of women's rights in Georgia through her powerful films, navigating societal taboos and political sensitivities.
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