'Dune' Director Denis Villeneuve on Plans for Part 3, 'Star Wars' Interest, and Art Vs. Commerce
Denis Villeneuve reflects on filmmaking as a learning journey, particularly with Dune: Part Two, emphasizing the balance of art and commerce in cinema.
Oakland's Budget Woes Might Kill Off a Promising Film Initiative
Oakland is striving to transform into a filmmaking destination by establishing support systems and incentives for productions.
'Nosferatu': How to Make a Robert Eggers Movie, with Help from Mel Brooks and Chris Columbus
Filmmakers can achieve financial success without compromising artistic vision by building strong distributor relationships.
Olivia Wilde would rather her work be 'controversial than boring'
Olivia Wilde pursues projects driven by creativity and risk, not seeking public approval or acceptance.
'Dune' Director Denis Villeneuve on Plans for Part 3, 'Star Wars' Interest, and Art Vs. Commerce
Denis Villeneuve reflects on filmmaking as a learning journey, particularly with Dune: Part Two, emphasizing the balance of art and commerce in cinema.
Oakland's Budget Woes Might Kill Off a Promising Film Initiative
Oakland is striving to transform into a filmmaking destination by establishing support systems and incentives for productions.
'Nosferatu': How to Make a Robert Eggers Movie, with Help from Mel Brooks and Chris Columbus
Filmmakers can achieve financial success without compromising artistic vision by building strong distributor relationships.
Olivia Wilde would rather her work be 'controversial than boring'
Olivia Wilde pursues projects driven by creativity and risk, not seeking public approval or acceptance.
The Budget for One of the Year's Best Movies Seems Impossible. Here's How the Director Did It.
Brady Corbet's film 'The Brutalist' exemplifies how independent cinema can tackle ambitious narratives and thrive despite commercial pressures.
SFFILM Announces 2024 Rainin Grant Recipients, Including Projects Produced by Barry Jenkins and Lucy Liu
The SFFILM Rainin grant awarded $425,000 to 17 feature films, emphasizing support for social justice narratives in independent cinema.
"Anora" Is More for Show Than for Substance
Sean Baker's 'Anora' exemplifies distinctive filmmaking that intertwines production methods with storytelling, revealing insights into the artistry and process behind the film.
The Budget for One of the Year's Best Movies Seems Impossible. Here's How the Director Did It.
Brady Corbet's film 'The Brutalist' exemplifies how independent cinema can tackle ambitious narratives and thrive despite commercial pressures.
SFFILM Announces 2024 Rainin Grant Recipients, Including Projects Produced by Barry Jenkins and Lucy Liu
The SFFILM Rainin grant awarded $425,000 to 17 feature films, emphasizing support for social justice narratives in independent cinema.
"Anora" Is More for Show Than for Substance
Sean Baker's 'Anora' exemplifies distinctive filmmaking that intertwines production methods with storytelling, revealing insights into the artistry and process behind the film.
Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor Brings an Abstract Nickel Boys Down to Earth
Nickel Boys challenges conventional filmmaking with its unique approach, providing a fresh perspective but at times sacrificing emotional depth for style.
Nicolas Heller celebrates small NYC businesses through his new guide, emphasizing their cultural significance and ensuring their stories are preserved.
Fancy Dance director reflects on working with 'incredible' Lily Gladstone
Erica Tremblay specifically wrote 'Fancy Dance' for Lily Gladstone, showcasing the struggles of Native women while emphasizing community and familial bonds.
New York Nico's Very New York Party
Nicolas Heller celebrates small NYC businesses through his new guide, emphasizing their cultural significance and ensuring their stories are preserved.
Fancy Dance director reflects on working with 'incredible' Lily Gladstone
Erica Tremblay specifically wrote 'Fancy Dance' for Lily Gladstone, showcasing the struggles of Native women while emphasizing community and familial bonds.
The Writer Of 'Freakier Friday' Talks Mother-Daughter Relationships
Jordan Weiss and Dan Brier created a film exploring platonic friendships amidst societal expectations, highlighting the complexities of friendships between men and women.
Nicole Kidman blushes over orgasm question about 'disturbing' new film: 'I'm very interested in exploring those things'
Nicole Kidman finds discussing sexual themes in her films embarrassing, highlighting the importance of women telling diverse stories in filmmaking.
The Writer Of 'Freakier Friday' Talks Mother-Daughter Relationships
Jordan Weiss and Dan Brier created a film exploring platonic friendships amidst societal expectations, highlighting the complexities of friendships between men and women.
Nicole Kidman blushes over orgasm question about 'disturbing' new film: 'I'm very interested in exploring those things'
Nicole Kidman finds discussing sexual themes in her films embarrassing, highlighting the importance of women telling diverse stories in filmmaking.
Zemeckis' 'Here' uniquely combines storytelling with visual effects, emphasizing a fixed camera approach that challenges traditional filmmaking techniques.
Zack Snyder Thinks Hollywood Needs to Get on Board With AI or Get Left Behind
Zack Snyder views AI as a tool that filmmakers should understand and utilize, rather than something that threatens creativity.
How DNEG created the VFX for Tom Hanks movie Here
Zemeckis' 'Here' uniquely combines storytelling with visual effects, emphasizing a fixed camera approach that challenges traditional filmmaking techniques.
Zack Snyder Thinks Hollywood Needs to Get on Board With AI or Get Left Behind
Zack Snyder views AI as a tool that filmmakers should understand and utilize, rather than something that threatens creativity.
The 12 Best Christopher Nolan Films, Ranked From Ludicrous To Legendary
Christopher Nolan is a unique cinematic auteur whose films are marked by themes of obsession, guilt, and complex narratives, consistently drawing audiences.
The Unloved, Part 131: Anatomy of Hell | MZS | Roger Ebert
Breillat's "Last Summer" signifies a transformative moment in her filmmaking, bridging harsh realities and nuanced sensitivities.
The 12 Best Christopher Nolan Films, Ranked From Ludicrous To Legendary
Christopher Nolan is a unique cinematic auteur whose films are marked by themes of obsession, guilt, and complex narratives, consistently drawing audiences.
The Unloved, Part 131: Anatomy of Hell | MZS | Roger Ebert
Breillat's "Last Summer" signifies a transformative moment in her filmmaking, bridging harsh realities and nuanced sensitivities.
Mohammad Rasoulof left Iran after making his most daring film
Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof faces an eight-year prison sentence, prompting his escape and continued activism through his latest film, shot without government approval.
The Amazing Story Behind German Oscar Entry 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig'
Filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof managed to secretly film 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig' amid significant government oppression in Iran.
Mohammad Rasoulof Had to Escape Iran to Finish His Most Daring Film Yet
Rasoulof chose to flee Iran rather than face an eight-year prison sentence that could end his filmmaking career.
Mohammad Rasoulof left Iran after making his most daring film
Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof faces an eight-year prison sentence, prompting his escape and continued activism through his latest film, shot without government approval.
The Amazing Story Behind German Oscar Entry 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig'
Filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof managed to secretly film 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig' amid significant government oppression in Iran.
Mohammad Rasoulof Had to Escape Iran to Finish His Most Daring Film Yet
Rasoulof chose to flee Iran rather than face an eight-year prison sentence that could end his filmmaking career.
The Land That Allowed Ken Burns to Raise the Dead'
Ken Burns' enduring connection to his home symbolizes stability and freedom in his filmmaking career.
Kraven the Hunter's director would really like it if you all just forgot about those rubbish recent Sony Spider-Man films for a minute and "give our film a chance"
Chandor urges fans to give Kraven the Hunter a chance despite past film disappointments in Sony's Spider-Verse.
A Sense of Freedom: Filmmaker and Teacher Bart Weiss Talks About his Book "Smartphone Cinema" | Interviews | Roger Ebert
Bart Weiss's book highlights that smartphone filmmaking encompasses both mobile-specific techniques and fundamental filmmaking principles applicable to all filmmakers.
"Paris Friend," by Shuang Xuetao
Xiaoguo uses his height and perspective in filmmaking to capture emotional depth and storytelling in wedding videos, showcasing unique talent.
A former Peking opera singer, he brings performance skills to his filmmaking.
Exclusive | JonBenet Ramsey doc director is 'firmly convinced' case can be solved - reveals if he thinks family is guilty
The documentary explores the unsolved murder of JonBenet Ramsey, advocating for a fresh investigation and emphasizing advancements in DNA technology.
Yalla Parkour' Trailer: Gazan Youth Athletes Practice Parkour with a Palestinian Spirit
Yalla Parkour showcases young athletes in Gaza using sport as a form of resistance and resilience amidst conflict.
Review: 'Martha' illuminates Stewart's extraordinary life despite its pedestrian storytelling
Martha Stewart embraces imperfections in aesthetics, exemplifying her unique approach to her public image and her expectations for personal presentation.
Liverpool Story: Portrait of a City review city symphony goes down the identity route
Daniel Draper's film captures Liverpool's identity but struggles with narrative depth and thematic coherence, resulting in a fragmented portrayal of the city's life.
'Martha' director R.J. Cutler responds to Martha Stewart's harsh criticism: 'It wasn't surprising'
Martha Stewart criticized director R.J. Cutler's documentary for unflattering portrayal and omissions, but Cutler emphasized the challenges of being an onscreen subject.
Exclusive | JonBenet Ramsey doc director is 'firmly convinced' case can be solved - reveals if he thinks family is guilty
The documentary explores the unsolved murder of JonBenet Ramsey, advocating for a fresh investigation and emphasizing advancements in DNA technology.
Yalla Parkour' Trailer: Gazan Youth Athletes Practice Parkour with a Palestinian Spirit
Yalla Parkour showcases young athletes in Gaza using sport as a form of resistance and resilience amidst conflict.
Review: 'Martha' illuminates Stewart's extraordinary life despite its pedestrian storytelling
Martha Stewart embraces imperfections in aesthetics, exemplifying her unique approach to her public image and her expectations for personal presentation.
Liverpool Story: Portrait of a City review city symphony goes down the identity route
Daniel Draper's film captures Liverpool's identity but struggles with narrative depth and thematic coherence, resulting in a fragmented portrayal of the city's life.
'Martha' director R.J. Cutler responds to Martha Stewart's harsh criticism: 'It wasn't surprising'
Martha Stewart criticized director R.J. Cutler's documentary for unflattering portrayal and omissions, but Cutler emphasized the challenges of being an onscreen subject.
Marielle Heller's films explore nuanced personal and cultural themes, reflecting her sensitivity to both storytelling and the experiences of her characters.
Tokyo International Film Festival 2024: Daihachi Yoshida on Prize-Winning "Teki Cometh" | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert
Daihachi Yoshida's 'Teki Cometh' wins TIFF top prize, reflecting optimism and recovery in Japanese cinema after COVID-19.
Yoshida's character-driven narratives highlight complexities of human emotions and relationships.
Bram Stoker's Dracula: Francis Ford Coppola's very horny vampire epic
Coppola's Megalopolis signifies his bold return to filmmaking, reflecting themes of loss and ambition, mirrored in his earlier work, Bram Stoker's Dracula.
A revelation and a joy': Mike Leigh pays tribute to cinematographer Dick Pope
Dick Pope's collaboration with Mike Leigh over two decades profoundly shaped their artistic journey, showcasing the beauty of shared vision in film.
Bram Stoker's Dracula: Francis Ford Coppola's very horny vampire epic
Coppola's Megalopolis signifies his bold return to filmmaking, reflecting themes of loss and ambition, mirrored in his earlier work, Bram Stoker's Dracula.
A revelation and a joy': Mike Leigh pays tribute to cinematographer Dick Pope
Dick Pope's collaboration with Mike Leigh over two decades profoundly shaped their artistic journey, showcasing the beauty of shared vision in film.
'An Almost Christmas Story': David Lowery Believes We Are at a 'Sea Change Moment' for CG Animation
David Lowery shifted from live-action to animation for 'An Almost Christmas Story' due to financial constraints and creative exploration amid his Disney project.
A24's Wild New Thriller Was 10 Years in the Making
The film 'Heretic' explores the intersections of religion and horror, showcasing a psychologically intense narrative driven by character and theme.
Exclusive | 'Terrifier 3 used '20 gallons' of blood for this vomit-inducing kill scene - and wiped out stores for more
"Terrifier 3" features shocking, graphic scenes crafted with extensive special effects, contributing to its box office success and audience reactions.
Two specialists share insights on creating the notoriously gory scenes in "Terrifier 3", emphasizing the creative challenges and extensive resources involved.
The ending of 'Heretic' is intense - and ambiguous. The filmmakers break down the twist, that final shot, and Hugh Grant's Jar Jar Binks impression.
"Heretic" delves into psychological horror, focusing on deep existential questions about faith, existence, and the nature of belief.
The film prioritizes dialogue over action, distinguishing itself in the horror genre. A24's commitment to storytelling enables the film's deeper themes.
A24's Wild New Thriller Was 10 Years in the Making
The film 'Heretic' explores the intersections of religion and horror, showcasing a psychologically intense narrative driven by character and theme.
Exclusive | 'Terrifier 3 used '20 gallons' of blood for this vomit-inducing kill scene - and wiped out stores for more
"Terrifier 3" features shocking, graphic scenes crafted with extensive special effects, contributing to its box office success and audience reactions.
Two specialists share insights on creating the notoriously gory scenes in "Terrifier 3", emphasizing the creative challenges and extensive resources involved.
The ending of 'Heretic' is intense - and ambiguous. The filmmakers break down the twist, that final shot, and Hugh Grant's Jar Jar Binks impression.
"Heretic" delves into psychological horror, focusing on deep existential questions about faith, existence, and the nature of belief.
The film prioritizes dialogue over action, distinguishing itself in the horror genre. A24's commitment to storytelling enables the film's deeper themes.
Pixar's color script tool enhances emotional consistency in UX design by visualizing mood shifts.
David Lynch needs supplemental oxygen, is permanently homebound due to emphysema
David Lynch, suffering from emphysema, shares his health struggles and encourages smokers to quit for their own wellbeing.
22 Essential Works of Indigenous Cinema
Indigenous filmmakers are gaining unprecedented opportunities to tell their stories in cinema, marking a transformative shift in Hollywood representation.
What's Paul King Cooking Up for the Wonka Sequel?
Director Paul King is in early stages of the sequel with a promising story and creative ideas.
Discover Pro-Level Features with the Saramonic Ultra Wireless Mic-Built for Creators - Yanko Design
Saramonic Ultra 2-Channel Wireless Mic sets a new standard for professional audio equipment, catering specifically to filmmakers and content creators.
Female Filmmakers in Focus: Hannah Peterson on "The Graduates" | Interviews | Roger Ebert
Hannah Peterson's debut film "The Graduates" explores the aftermath of a school shooting through the lens of personal grief and healing.
The film received acclaim for its cinematography and depth in portraying trauma and loss.
Look at the camera as if it's your enemy': Shobana Jeyasingh's desert dance among Hollywood ghosts
The filming of (Don't) Say My Name in the Almerian desert explores the themes of identity, anxiety, and the contrast between rehearsal and reality.
Paul Morrissey's films uniquely combined transgressive themes with narrative structure, exploring life on society's fringes.
Paul Morrissey, cult filmmaker and Andy Warhol collaborator, dies at 86
Paul Morrissey, notable filmmaker and Warhol collaborator, has died at 86, remembered for cult films and pivotal role in the New York underground scene.
PAUL MORRISSEY (1938-2024)
Paul Morrissey's films uniquely combined transgressive themes with narrative structure, exploring life on society's fringes.
Paul Morrissey, cult filmmaker and Andy Warhol collaborator, dies at 86
Paul Morrissey, notable filmmaker and Warhol collaborator, has died at 86, remembered for cult films and pivotal role in the New York underground scene.
Nora Ephron's Beautiful, Flawed Representation of New York City
Nora Ephron's films create a romanticized vision of New York City filled with optimism and possibility, despite its more complex realities.
CIFF 2024: On the Legacy and Importance of The Spook Who Sat by the Door | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert
The restoration of 'The Spook Who Sat By the Door' returns an important Black revolutionary film to contemporary audiences.
Wonder Dynamics now lets you go straight from multi-camera video to fully animated 3D scene | TechCrunch
Wonder Dynamics has introduced a groundbreaking tool for AI-enhanced visual effects, simplifying the animation process significantly for creators.
Filmmaker Hannah Peterson Learned from Sean Baker and Chloe Zhao - Now She's Forging Her Own Fiercely Independent Path
Hannah Peterson's debut film 'The Graduates' explores trauma and healing after a school shooting, utilizing real people to enhance authentic storytelling.
Anna Kendrick slams icky' director for embarrassing her in front of 100 extras: Fk you'
Anna Kendrick recounted an embarrassing experience where a director belittled her after an improvisation attempt in front of many extras, highlighting the toxic side of directing.
Arab Film Festival's 'From Ground Zero' Documents Gaza Life During Wartime | KQED
Palestinian filmmakers persist in creating impactful short films that capture resilience and hope in the face of systemic challenges and conflict.
Ena Sendijarevic's cinema of migration and memory
Diaspora significantly shapes the storytelling of Bosnian filmmaker Ena Sendijarević, enriching her exploration of cultural identities and immigrant experiences.
M. Night Shyamalan has always been brilliant. It's audiences who are finally catching up
M. Night Shyamalan's career reflects audience expectations and perceptions rather than a decline in his filmmaking talent.