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fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

Cannes AI film festival raises eyebrows and questions about future

The World AI Film Festival showcased innovative yet controversial AI-generated films, highlighting the tension between creativity and copyright issues in cinema.
Independent films
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Two Japanese movies that confront what it means to be alive

Sho Miyake's films explore human connection and isolation through characters experiencing discomfort and clumsiness.
Books
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

The Strange Comfort of a Rewatch

Rewatching familiar movies and shows provides comfort and emotional connection to our past selves.
Television
fromVulture
2 days ago

The 10 Best Movies and TV Shows to Watch This Weekend

Anne Hathaway stars as a pop star reconnecting with a friend in the film Mother Mary, featuring music by notable collaborators.
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

This Is Not a Murder Mystery: cosy-crime meets art in an irresistibly surreal Belgian drama

This Is Not a Murder Mystery combines art, crime, and surrealism in a 1936 setting with famous artists as suspects in theatrical murders.
#cannes-film-festival
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Cannes looks beyond Hollywood as US film-makers mostly fail to make the grade

Cannes 2023 selection favors world cinema over Hollywood, showcasing prominent international directors and reflecting geopolitical tensions.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Cannes looks beyond Hollywood as US film-makers mostly fail to make the grade

Cannes 2023 selection favors world cinema over Hollywood, showcasing prominent international directors and reflecting geopolitical tensions.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 days ago

Queer Documentaries and Shorts Screening at the 2026 San Francisco International Film Festival - San Francisco Bay Times

The 2026 San Francisco International Film Festival features LGBTQ-themed films, including documentaries and shorts highlighting queer experiences and issues.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Slovenia to air films about Palestine instead of Eurovision song contest

National broadcasters in Ireland, Spain, and Slovenia will boycott Eurovision due to Israel's participation, opting for alternative programming focused on Palestine.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

People once cited romcoms to describe the love they hoped for. Now the doomscroll has replaced the meet-cute | Lisa Portolan

Romantic expectations have shifted from cinematic encounters to the reality of dating apps, leading to increased relationship anxiety and disappointment.
Writing
fromVulture
4 days ago

Ann Dowd Would Love to Star in The Pitt

The Maria Bamford Questionnaire reveals personal insights from Ann Dowd, including her thoughts on religion, fears, and favorite foods.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
6 days ago

The Best Thing I've Done For Myself Lately Is Going To The Movies Alone

Going to the movies alone is an underrated form of self-care for moms.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Muslim kids are really underrepresented': the animated movie where medieval maths meets eager young minds

The children Abdullah, Aysha, Khalid and Layla stumble across a time-travel device in a lab, only to find themselves pursued by a rogue alchemist who has discovered its power.
Philosophy
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

Bad movies, good business: how sanitised biopics became a Hollywood staple

Ryan Gosling emphasizes creating enjoyable films to attract audiences back to cinemas post-pandemic.
Independent films
fromInverse
1 day ago

The 10 Most Exciting Movies To Look Out For This Summer

Summer blockbuster season features exciting films like I Love Boosters and The Mandalorian, promising fun and entertainment for movie fans.
#film
Film
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
4 days ago

FilmWatch Weekly: 'Mother Mary,' 'Fuze,' a Frederick Wiseman marathon, and more * Oregon ArtsWatch

Mother Mary explores the complex relationship between a pop icon and her costume designer amidst themes of fame, obsession, and emotional ambiguity.
Film
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
4 days ago

FilmWatch Weekly: 'Mother Mary,' 'Fuze,' a Frederick Wiseman marathon, and more * Oregon ArtsWatch

Mother Mary explores the complex relationship between a pop icon and her costume designer amidst themes of fame, obsession, and emotional ambiguity.
Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Inside the World-Conquering Rise of the Micro-Drama

Chinese companies create micro-dramas, serialized soap operas with minute-long episodes, that captivate global audiences with racy plots and emotional twists.
Film
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Olivia Wilde shares why her new film 'The Invite' had to be set in San Francisco

Olivia Wilde's film 'The Invite' showcases a San Francisco apartment as a setting for interpersonal conflict and dark comedy.
#michael-jackson
Independent films
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Lionsgate's film boss on the 'Michael' drama, the 'electric' 'Rambo' prequel, and the status of a fifth 'John Wick'

Lionsgate's 'Michael' biopic underwent significant changes due to legal constraints, leading to a potential sequel opportunity for deeper exploration of Jackson's life.
Independent films
fromPitchfork
3 days ago

What Critics Are Saying About Michael: "Like Being Frog-Marched Through a Wax Museum"

The Michael Jackson biopic faced production challenges and critical skepticism despite hopes of redeeming his legacy.
Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

"Michael," Reviewed: A Sanitized Bio-Pic That's All Business

The movie 'Michael' omits allegations of child sexual abuse against Michael Jackson, focusing instead on his rise to stardom.
Independent films
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Lionsgate's film boss on the 'Michael' drama, the 'electric' 'Rambo' prequel, and the status of a fifth 'John Wick'

Lionsgate's 'Michael' biopic underwent significant changes due to legal constraints, leading to a potential sequel opportunity for deeper exploration of Jackson's life.
Independent films
fromPitchfork
3 days ago

What Critics Are Saying About Michael: "Like Being Frog-Marched Through a Wax Museum"

The Michael Jackson biopic faced production challenges and critical skepticism despite hopes of redeeming his legacy.
Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

"Michael," Reviewed: A Sanitized Bio-Pic That's All Business

The movie 'Michael' omits allegations of child sexual abuse against Michael Jackson, focusing instead on his rise to stardom.
Film
fromIndieWire
2 days ago

They've Seen the Same Movie 1,000 Times, and They're Not Stopping

April marks the 50th anniversary of 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' as the longest-running theatrical release in movie history.
Film
from48 hills
3 days ago

Screen Grabs: SFFILM Fest hits 69. Nice. - 48 hills

The San Francisco International Film Festival celebrates global cinema with diverse programming, marking its 69th year as the longest-running festival in the Western Hemisphere.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The cinema lab: brain activity tracked to find secret to creating immersive films

Researchers at the University of Bristol study audience reactions to films using biometric data to improve filmmaking techniques.
Relationships
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

What Men Can Learn From 17 Unforgettable On-Screen Proposals

Real-life proposals differ from romantic comedies, but lessons from memorable on-screen moments can guide men in crafting meaningful proposals.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Gen Z to the rescue! Zoomers are ditching doomscrolling and saving cinema

Generation Z is leading a cinema revival, with 2026 projected to be the best year for global box office since the pandemic.
fromVulture
2 days ago

Apex Feels More Like a Real Movie Than Your Average Netflix Joint

Ben muses about what's behind their shared love of extreme activities, suggesting that while some seek perfection or a thrill, 'personally, I think the wiring is just messed up.' This insight foreshadows the darker elements of the story as he hunts Sasha with a bow and arrow.
Independent films
Independent films
fromInverse
2 days ago

The Unemployment Thriller of the Decade is Now Streaming

Park Chan-wook's latest film, No Other Choice, reflects modern dystopian themes through a darkly comedic narrative about job loss and desperation.
Independent films
fromVulture
3 days ago

The 25 Best Movies About AI Gone Wrong

Artificial intelligence has long been depicted in literature and film as both a potential threat and a reflection of societal fears.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Apex review Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton cat-and-mouse game is slick but soulless

Charlize Theron plays the latest in a long line of movie characters to confront the harsh realities of the Australian landscape, in Netflix's empty-calorie action drama Apex only to discover that the real terror lies in the locals.
Film
Film
fromIndieWire
4 days ago

Jorma Taccone Wants to Tell You About His Ten-Year Break from Filmmaking - but First, Al Pacino Impersonations

Jorma Taccone directed 'Over Your Dead Body,' a unique blend of comedy and thriller, ten years after 'Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping.'
fromFrenchly
3 days ago

French Films to Watch at the 2026 New York African Film Festival - Frenchly

The festival typically showcases many French-language films made in Africa, this year including the World Premiere of The Soul of Africa, director Gabriel Souleyka's documentary about African Spirituality.
Independent films
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Women's culture goes dark: why aren't there more femcel' movies?

Mainstream media has largely overlooked femcel culture, focusing instead on incel narratives and failing to represent women's roles in online radicalization.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Surviving Earth review bruising portrait of addiction and redemption

Surviving Earth presents a nuanced portrayal of addiction through the character of Vlad, a recovering heroin addict navigating everyday life challenges.
Film
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

Enough With the Vibesy Literary Remakes

Modern adaptations of classic literature often simplify complex themes, resulting in superficial interpretations that lack depth.
fromIndieWire
4 days ago

'Desert Warrior' Review: Anthony Mackie Stars in a Blandly Gorgeous Two-Hour Commercial for the Saudi Arabian Film Industry

Desert Warrior is essentially just the most expensive version of those kiosks ever made, conceived as an epic showcase for the Saudi film industry.
Independent films
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

The Hours won awards for Nicole Kidman's fake nose and hearts as a queer classic

The Hours intertwines the lives of three women across time, exploring their struggles against societal expectations and personal challenges.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

In two years, nobody will care' if actors are AI or not, predicts La Haine director

Mathieu Kassovitz embraces AI in cinema, predicting AI-generated stars will emerge and dismissing concerns over copyright and emotional depth.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
4 days ago

Your Documentary Is Not Enough. The Nonfiction Hot List Has a Plan.

Innovative marketing strategies can enhance documentary projects, such as co-branding with a product like a sex toy alongside the film.
Photography
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Films Are Fantasies. Here Are Their Realities.

Atsushi Nishijima, an on-set stills photographer, has documented major films over the past decade and a half, capturing candid moments between takes on sets directed by prominent filmmakers.
Film
fromConsequence
1 week ago

Why Isn't There a Movies Hall of Fame?

Induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame recognizes artistic legacy through a democratic voting process, unlike many awards in Hollywood.
Independent films
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

Did an Unexpected Culprit Hurt Modern Filmmaking?

American cinema faces a paradox of thriving box office revenues while struggling with the decline of mid-budget films and the impact of YouTube.
#romantic-comedy
Film
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

"The Drama" Has No Idea How to Handle Its Controversial Twist

The Drama presents a romantic comedy that takes a dark turn with a shocking revelation about a character's past involvement in a school shooting plot.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Essential Films From Iran, India, Brazil and Nigeria

Nair calls Ray a beacon for her, emphasizing the impact of his work on her perspective of cinema and storytelling in the context of Indian culture.
Independent films
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The Twist in The Drama Is Not the Problem

The film features a controversial plot twist involving a character's past plan for a school shooting, sparking significant online speculation and backlash.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Should A24 Be Worried About The Drama's Plot-Twist Drama?

The Drama features a controversial plot twist involving a character's admission of a near mass shooting, sparking significant backlash.
Independent films
fromFilmmaker Magazine
2 weeks ago

"Personal Storytelling, Experimentation, and a DIY Spirit": A Look Inside LAFM 2026

This year's festival showcases debut features emphasizing personal storytelling and experimentation from both international and local filmmakers.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
2 weeks ago

Brands Won't Save Indie Film: They're Changing It

Independent filmmakers face financing challenges while brands are shifting towards storytelling, but brands won't fill the financing gap for traditional filmmaking.
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

In Film, Sometimes the Greatest Drama Is Offscreen

"Cinematic Immunity" offers a workers'-eye view of Hollywood on the Hudson, revealing the intricate dynamics of filmmaking in New York City from 1954 to 9/11.
Independent films
Film
fromEsquire
1 month ago

Do Original Movies Have Any Hope Left? I Went on a Journey to Find Out.

Theaters must create unique event experiences to compete with home entertainment, driving elaborate marketing stunts and premium screen innovations.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

Indie Film Has an Architecture Problem

The indie film model is structurally designed to fail, with misaligned incentives between investors, filmmakers, distributors, and audiences, resulting in only 0.025% of screenplays achieving profitable theatrical outcomes.
Film
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

How to Craft a Film Festival That Appeals to All Ages (No, Really, All Ages)

The New York International Children's Film Festival demonstrates how specialized festivals can serve diverse audiences through rigorous curation, year-round engagement, and inclusive programming strategies applicable to festivals of all sizes.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Why Sentimental Value should win the best picture Oscar

Sentimental Value is an ambitious family saga spanning decades that blends personal drama with filmmaking themes, featuring exceptional performances from its four Oscar-nominated leads.
Film
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Real Secret to a Filmmaker's Success

Coppola, Lucas, and Spielberg in the 1970s combined artistic daring with commercial ambition, reshaping Hollywood through auteurism and blockbuster filmmaking.
Film
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Nonprofessional Actors Are the Heart of the Movies

This year's Oscar contenders feature nonprofessional actors alongside established performers, creating authentic performances that distinguish these films in the new casting achievement category.
Film
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

This Cult Filmmaker Learned Something About Audiences Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know'Make Them Feel Something'

Kevin Smith built a personal brand by connecting directly with fans, which created lasting career opportunities beyond individual film projects in an unpredictable industry.
Film
fromEsquire
1 month ago

The Best Documentaries of 2026 (So Far)

A 1985 fan-made Star Trek film starring George Takei, lost for 40 years, has resurfaced, documenting early fandom culture before it became a mainstream commercial force.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Guide #229: How an indie movie distributed by a lone gamer broke the US box office

Two unusual releases contrasted a costly, widely distributed first-lady documentary with a self-financed YouTuber-made indie horror that achieved notable box-office success.
fromThe Independent
2 months ago

17 great movies ruined by terrible endings

10 Cloverfield Lane Mary Elizabeth Winstead, John Goodman and John Gallagher Jr are locked in an underground bunker for the majority of this left-field sequel to Cloverfield, with thrilling results. In the film's final throes, Winstead's character exits the bunker, and finds that her captor was telling the truth about an alien invasion above - a twist that completely and ruinously dissipates the hard-earned tension that came before.
Film
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Which are more like life, novels or films?

Films display character thoughts primarily through facial expressions and actions, making them more mysterious and potentially more realistic than novels, which explicitly describe inner thoughts.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I wasn't acting: that was me': how non-actors took over Oscar season

Directors often cast non-professionals to capture authenticity through lived experience and physical presence alongside trained actors.
Film
fromQueerty
2 months ago

WATCH: Hope emerges through love (& in-the-buff modeling) in intimate indie drama Surfacing - Queerty

Surfacing follows a depressed, pill-addicted man whose recovery deepens as blurred therapeutic boundaries and new relationships compel him to open his heart.
Film
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Their film was shot in secret and smuggled out of Iran. It won an award at Sundance

Young Iranian artists sustain underground arts and everyday resistance through theater, music, social media, and community despite violent government crackdowns.
Film
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

AI's promise to indie filmmakers: faster, cheaper, lonelier | TechCrunch

An AI-created short film recreates tactile, dreamlike cinematic style to tell a Filipino-American, Ilocano-language, surreal family encounter in rural Hawai'i.
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