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fromIndieWire
3 weeks 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.
fromInverse
1 day ago
Film

'The Old Guard 2' Ending Explained: How "All The Discussions" Led To A Trilogy

Media industry
fromIndieWire
3 weeks 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.
fromInverse
1 day ago
Film

'The Old Guard 2' Ending Explained: How "All The Discussions" Led To A Trilogy

#dinosaurs
fromRoger Ebert
4 days ago

Female Filmmakers in Focus: Victoria Mahoney on "The Old Guard 2" | Interviews | Roger Ebert

Gina Prince-Bythewood directed 'The Old Guard', becoming the first Black woman to helm a big-budget film from a comic book, paving the way for diverse storytelling.
Film
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

This Boutique Italian Hotel Is Located in Historic Limestone Caves-and It Has an Underground Spa and Gorgeous Sunset Views

The UNESCO World Heritage-listed limestone tufa cave houses of Matera have attracted filmmakers and tourists due to their rich cultural and historical significance.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Hearts of Darkness: A Film-Maker's Apocalypse review Francis Ford Coppola and the mother of all meltdowns

Eleanor Coppola's achievement is acknowledged as first among equals in shooting location footage and capturing the intimate audio tapes of Francis's challenging moments.
Film
#career-development
fromIndieWire
6 days ago
Film

'You'd Be Surprised How Many Rich People Are Out There': Former Sundance Darling Vincent Grashaw on Skipping the Hollywood Shuffle

fromIndieWire
6 days ago
Film

'You'd Be Surprised How Many Rich People Are Out There': Former Sundance Darling Vincent Grashaw on Skipping the Hollywood Shuffle

#generative-ai
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
1 month 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.
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Ancestra actually says a lot about the current state of AI-generated videos

Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
1 month 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.
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Ancestra actually says a lot about the current state of AI-generated videos

#hollywood
Los Angeles
fromVulture
1 month 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
1 month 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 month ago
Independent films

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

Los Angeles
fromVulture
1 month 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
1 month 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 month ago
Independent films

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

fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

The next James Bond film will have Dune's Denis Villeneuve as its director

"I grew up watching James Bond films with my father, ever since Dr. No with Sean Connery. I'm a die-hard Bond fan."
UK news
fromVulture
1 week ago

Aaron Sorkin Will Write (Yay!) and Direct (Hmmm) Social Network Follow-Up

David Fincher's 2010 film The Social Network ends with Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg refreshing the friend request of an ex-girlfriend, a pathetic and modern attempt at a peace offering.
Social media marketing
#cinema
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
1 month 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.
fromIndieWire
3 weeks ago
Independent films

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

fromKotaku
1 month ago
Film

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

Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
1 month 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.
fromIndieWire
3 weeks ago
Independent films

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

fromKotaku
1 month ago
Film

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

#cannes-film-festival
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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.
#tribeca-festival
fromVariety
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Tribeca Studios and OpenAI to Establish AI-Integrated Short Film Program (EXCLUSIVE)

fromVariety
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Tribeca Studios and OpenAI to Establish AI-Integrated Short Film Program (EXCLUSIVE)

#danny-boyle
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks 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.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
3 weeks ago

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

Jeremy Saulnier believes Netflix provided creative freedom in casting, contributing to the success of his film 'Rebel Ridge.'
#horror-movies
fromIndieWire
3 weeks ago
Independent films

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

fromPolygon
1 month ago
Online marketing

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

Independent films
fromIndieWire
3 weeks 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 month ago
Online marketing

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

fromIndieWire
3 weeks 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
3 weeks ago
Independent films

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

from48 hills
3 weeks ago
Independent films

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

#storytelling
fromBig Think
3 weeks 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.
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago
Independent films

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

The creative process behind Chrissie's campaign merges nostalgia with imaginative visuals inspired by early narrative computer games.
Writing
fromBig Think
3 weeks ago

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

Storytelling success relies on impactful beginnings and endings, maximizing audience engagement.
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago
Independent films

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

#film-industry
fromIndieWire
1 month 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
3 weeks 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.
fromIndieWire
1 month ago
Independent films

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

#celine-song
#horror
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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.
fromIndieWire
4 weeks 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 month 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.
fromIndieWire
4 weeks 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 month 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 month 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.
Film
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month 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.
Independent films
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Review | 'Pavements': An ironic tribute to an iconic '90s band

Nonfiction filmmaking struggles with funding, but Alex Ross Perry's film 'Pavements' thoughtfully explores the influence of 90s band Pavement through inventive storytelling.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
1 month 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.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 month 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.
#youth-empowerment
fromCbsnews
1 month ago
NYC startup

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

fromCbsnews
1 month ago
NYC startup

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

#documentary
Film
fromThe Verge
1 month 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 month ago
Independent films

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

fromAeon
1 month ago
philosophy

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

Film
fromThe Verge
1 month 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 month ago
Independent films

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

fromAeon
1 month ago
philosophy

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

Film
fromConsequence
1 month 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 month 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 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
Film
fromNew York Post
1 month 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.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
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