Gazer Is a Reminder of When Indie Films Were ExcitingGazer uniquely showcases Newark as an ideal setting for a noir thriller through its narrative and visual style.
It's the Best Picture Front-Runner. It Deserves to Be Huge.Sean Baker's 'Anora' is a genre-blending film that combines humor, wisdom, and social commentary, appealing to both festival-goers and general audiences.
Karate and Vomit Make 'Little Manhattan' a Midnight Movie for Kids - and Basically 'Sex and the City' for Boys'Little Manhattan' expertly depicts the innocence and complexity of first crushes through humor and relatable childhood experiences.
Paradise Is Burning review teens survive on wits in dreamy coming-of-age dramaMika Gustafson's 'Paradise Is Burning' presents a fresh narrative centered on underage siblings navigating life without parental support.
Hellboy: The Crooked Man lays out exactly what's wrong with Hellboy moviesHellboy: The Crooked Man struggles due to its visually realistic adaptation of the comic, misaligning with the character's essence.
Hell Hole review creature feature is fracking funHell Hole is a fun creature feature that effectively blends horror elements with a charmingly low-budget aesthetic.
Gazer Is a Reminder of When Indie Films Were ExcitingGazer uniquely showcases Newark as an ideal setting for a noir thriller through its narrative and visual style.
It's the Best Picture Front-Runner. It Deserves to Be Huge.Sean Baker's 'Anora' is a genre-blending film that combines humor, wisdom, and social commentary, appealing to both festival-goers and general audiences.
Karate and Vomit Make 'Little Manhattan' a Midnight Movie for Kids - and Basically 'Sex and the City' for Boys'Little Manhattan' expertly depicts the innocence and complexity of first crushes through humor and relatable childhood experiences.
Paradise Is Burning review teens survive on wits in dreamy coming-of-age dramaMika Gustafson's 'Paradise Is Burning' presents a fresh narrative centered on underage siblings navigating life without parental support.
Hellboy: The Crooked Man lays out exactly what's wrong with Hellboy moviesHellboy: The Crooked Man struggles due to its visually realistic adaptation of the comic, misaligning with the character's essence.
Hell Hole review creature feature is fracking funHell Hole is a fun creature feature that effectively blends horror elements with a charmingly low-budget aesthetic.
The Monkey is the opposite of Longlegs - and most modern horrorOsgood Perkins's new film The Monkey diverges from his previous work, catering to audience expectations while maintaining his unique directorial style.
The 10 Best Horror Films of 2024 | Features | Roger EbertHorror films, though niche, are gaining momentum as non-horror distributors leverage their popularity to succeed at the box office.
5 Halloween Film Festivals Worth Traveling ForHorror film festivals provide unique community experiences with indie films, themed events, and fan interactions, enriching the horror viewing culture.
5 Halloween Film Festivals Worth Traveling ForHorror film festivals offer a unique mix of premieres, indies, and engaging themed events, perfect for fans looking for varied experiences.
The Monkey is the opposite of Longlegs - and most modern horrorOsgood Perkins's new film The Monkey diverges from his previous work, catering to audience expectations while maintaining his unique directorial style.
The 10 Best Horror Films of 2024 | Features | Roger EbertHorror films, though niche, are gaining momentum as non-horror distributors leverage their popularity to succeed at the box office.
5 Halloween Film Festivals Worth Traveling ForHorror film festivals provide unique community experiences with indie films, themed events, and fan interactions, enriching the horror viewing culture.
5 Halloween Film Festivals Worth Traveling ForHorror film festivals offer a unique mix of premieres, indies, and engaging themed events, perfect for fans looking for varied experiences.
Screen Grabs: SF Indiefest kicks out of the gate, ready to rock - 48 hillsLocal film festivals are struggling post-COVID but two prominent events are returning to celebrate indie cinema and diversity in filmmaking.
18 Movies That Could Sell Big at Sundance 2025Indie films are thriving, with uniqueness driving success in 2024.Magnolia Pictures finding success with unexpected titles empowers new creative risks.
The Theological Horror That Could: How A24's 'Heretic' Followed Its Final Girls to Unlikely Success'Heretic' explores societal faith challenges through a unique blend of horror and comedy, achieving unexpected success in the indie film landscape.
In 'Anora,' a star is born, and her name is Mikey MadisonMikey Madison is asserting herself as a star with her role in 'Anora', showcasing fierce independence and emotional depth.
How The 'Anora' Costume Designer Brought The Film To LifeJocelyn Pierce, an indie costume designer, discusses the challenges and rewards of working on the film 'Anora' and the collaborative spirit of indie projects.
18 Movies That Could Sell Big at Sundance 2025Indie films are thriving, with uniqueness driving success in 2024.Magnolia Pictures finding success with unexpected titles empowers new creative risks.
The Theological Horror That Could: How A24's 'Heretic' Followed Its Final Girls to Unlikely Success'Heretic' explores societal faith challenges through a unique blend of horror and comedy, achieving unexpected success in the indie film landscape.
In 'Anora,' a star is born, and her name is Mikey MadisonMikey Madison is asserting herself as a star with her role in 'Anora', showcasing fierce independence and emotional depth.
How The 'Anora' Costume Designer Brought The Film To LifeJocelyn Pierce, an indie costume designer, discusses the challenges and rewards of working on the film 'Anora' and the collaborative spirit of indie projects.
25 Years Ago, A Cult Vigilante Thriller Became The Ultimate Hollywood Cautionary TaleThe Boondock Saints serves as a cautionary tale for filmmakers about the consequences of sudden success and the unpredictable nature of cult status.
How a slapstick movie idea about beavers went from the bar to one of 2024's biggest indie hitsHundreds of Beavers showcases the success of microbudget filmmaking against the backdrop of mainstream cinema's big-budget dominance.
25 Years Later, a Forgotten Cult Classic Apocalypse Movie Is About to Get a Huge UpgradeDogma is set for a potential re-release and tour, marking a revival for Kevin Smith's underrated cult classic after years of obscurity.
How French Filmmaker Coralie Fargeat Delivered Feminist Body Horror Breakout 'The Substance'Coralie Fargeat's passion for genre films shaped her career and artistic direction, leading her to create work that departs from realism.
Staten Islander's horror slasher film, 'STREAM,' coming to theaters nationwideThe horror film "STREAM" is set for limited theatrical release from Aug. 21-25, showcasing community support among fans.
Lone Star review John Sayles's powerful crime drama is an extraordinary relic of 90s HollywoodLone Star is a complex exploration of history, identity, and morality in Texas, showcasing a unique strand of 90s indie filmmaking.
Exotic dancer drama, Anora, wins Cannes top prizeAnora wins Cannes Palme d'Or, making Sean Baker a leading voice in American indie cinema.
The Top 47 Events in Portland This Week: June 10-16, 2024 - EverOut PortlandExplore diverse films such as 'Chess of the Wind' and 'Psychotronic After School Special' at local indie cinemas.Experience a blend of funky, feminist poetry and Afrofuturism sci-fi through artist Anastacia-Renee's collections.