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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week 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
2 days ago
Independent films

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

fromIndieWire
3 hours 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
1 week 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
2 days ago
Independent films

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

fromIndieWire
3 hours ago
Independent films

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

fromPolygon
1 day ago

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

"It's a website you can visit where [Bring Her Back character] Laura purchased this tape from. It's sort of like a dark-web-feeling marketplace where they sell all these fucked-up occult items."
Online marketing
#indie-film
Independent films
fromIndieWire
2 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.
fromIndieWire
2 days ago
Independent films

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

Independent films
fromIndieWire
2 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.
fromIndieWire
2 days ago
Independent films

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

fromRoger Ebert
1 day 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
1 week 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
2 days ago
Independent films

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

Film
fromwww.esquire.com
1 week 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
2 days ago
Independent films

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

#nostalgia
fromItsnicethat
2 weeks ago
Independent films

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

fromItsnicethat
2 weeks ago
Independent films

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

Media industry
fromThe Verge
2 days 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
fromIndieWire
1 month ago
Music

Ryan Coogler on the Origins of 'Sinners,' His Uncle James, and Why the Film Is His Most Personal

fromIndieWire
1 month ago
Music

Ryan Coogler on the Origins of 'Sinners,' His Uncle James, and Why the Film Is His Most Personal

#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
3 days 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
4 days 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
2 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
1 week ago
Independent films

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

Los Angeles
fromVulture
4 days 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
2 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
1 week ago
Independent films

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

#youth-empowerment
fromCbsnews
3 days ago
NYC startup

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

fromCbsnews
3 days ago
NYC startup

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

#cinema
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
2 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?
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.'
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago
Film

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

Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
2 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?
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.'
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago
Film

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

#documentary
Film
fromThe Verge
2 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
1 week ago
Independent films

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

fromAeon
5 days ago
philosophy

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

Film
fromThe Verge
2 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
1 week ago
Independent films

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

fromAeon
5 days ago
philosophy

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

#cinematography
Film
fromConsequence
1 week 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
1 week 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
1 week 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
4 weeks 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
4 weeks 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.
#marvel
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Independent films

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

fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Independent films

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

Film
fromAnOther
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 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
Independent films
fromOpen Culture
2 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
3 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
2 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
3 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
3 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
3 weeks 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
#immigration
fromHarvard Gazette
3 weeks 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
#film-industry
Independent films
fromNew York Post
4 weeks 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
fromNew York Post
4 weeks 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.
#behind-the-scenes
fromBuzzFeed
4 weeks ago
Independent films

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

fromBuzzFeed
4 weeks ago
Independent films

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

#technology
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
Relationships
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Celine Song's Journey From Matchmaking to Materialists

Celine Song's unique experiences as a matchmaker heavily influenced her filmmaking, highlighting the disconnect between superficial desires and deeper emotional needs.
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
Independent films
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

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

Rian Johnson argues that the theatrical experience is vital and disagrees with Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos' view of theaters as outdated.
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.
#screenwriting
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
Arts

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.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Independent films

22 Movies That Were Originally Supposed To Be Wayyyy Different

Many films undergo significant changes from their original concepts, resulting in vastly different narratives and themes.
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.
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.
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.
fromClickUp
1 year ago

10 Free Storyboard Templates in Word, PDF, & ClickUp

Behind every movie scene or trending TikTok, there's a pre-production creative that carefully planned the action, dialogue, and visual effects-usually with the help of storyboard templates.
Media industry
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Oscar voters actually need to watch the nominated movies now

Academy members must now watch all nominated films to vote in final rounds for the Oscars, shifting from an honor system.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Jameela Jamil: I used to be a massive troll and bitch on the internet'

"I bundled them in between my legs, underneath my miniskirt, and was shuffling as fast as I could out of the party when I knocked over Al Pacino."
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

No thought given to the human being': Ben Affleck says he hated his horrendous' Batman suit

Affleck said the main issue with the elaborate costume was the heat it generated. They don't breathe. They're made to look the way they want them to look.
DC food
NYC music
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Powerful Films of the L.A. Rebellion

The L.A. Rebellion movement has significantly influenced later filmmakers with its focus on Black lives and innovative storytelling.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

He Saw Her on a Billboard. Then Fate Brought Them Together.

The first time the filmmaker Chike Antoine Ozah laid eyes on Kellie Montoya Brown, she was larger than life, captivating him from a billboard.
Media industry
Film
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Emilio Estevez blasts 'St. Elmo's Fire' director Joel Schumacher as a 'nightmare' and 'bully': He 'was wildly insecure'

Emilio Estevez shared his challenging experience with director Joel Schumacher on the set of 'St. Elmo's Fire' and how it influenced his own directing style.
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