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Independent films
fromThe Independent
1 day ago

Steven Spielberg shares huge admission about Christopher Nolan film Interstellar

Interstellar was originally intended to be directed by Steven Spielberg before Christopher Nolan took over the project.
#ai
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

There's no shortage of terrifying technology': how AI became TV drama's new go-to villain

AI is portrayed as a powerful and dangerous tool in modern surveillance and military operations.
Music production
fromIndieWire
1 week ago

This Is What Honest AI Conversations Sound Like in Hollywood

Mastery in the age of AI is evolving, requiring individuals to excel beyond a baseline of quickly learned skills.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

There's no shortage of terrifying technology': how AI became TV drama's new go-to villain

AI is portrayed as a powerful and dangerous tool in modern surveillance and military operations.
Music production
fromIndieWire
1 week ago

This Is What Honest AI Conversations Sound Like in Hollywood

Mastery in the age of AI is evolving, requiring individuals to excel beyond a baseline of quickly learned skills.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

I'm not a commercial director I'm not even a professional film-maker': Jim Jarmusch on the seven-year journey to make his new film

Jim Jarmusch's film Night on Earth features Gena Rowlands, who brought depth and melancholy to her role as a casting director.
Graphic design
fromdesignyoutrust.com
3 days ago

Breathtaking Cinematic Illustrations That Will Make You Rethink Sci-Fi Concept Art

Katerina Belikova is a renowned Ukrainian digital illustrator known for her work in science fiction and dark fantasy, particularly with the Star Wars franchise.
Medicine
fromVulture
4 days ago

Ogilvie Originally Had a Much-Different Ending on The Pitt

Season two introduces James Ogilvie, a medical student who evolves from a self-centered persona to a more empathetic character through experiences in the ER.
#netflix
Media industry
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Long-Form vs. Short-Form: The AI Debate That Misses Netflix's Real Strength

Netflix's strong fundamentals and growth prospects make it a compelling investment despite misconceptions about AI competition.
Media industry
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Long-Form vs. Short-Form: The AI Debate That Misses Netflix's Real Strength

Netflix's strong fundamentals and growth prospects make it a compelling investment despite misconceptions about AI competition.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Paul Dano: Nobody needs to know about my high-school band!'

Brian Wilson provided limited feedback, but the actor enjoyed connecting with him and learning about his life and music.
LA Kings
fromKotaku
2 days ago

Resident Evil Requiem Pays Homage To The Lord Of The Rings

Resident Evil Requiem features a direct homage to The Lord of the Rings with a scene mirroring Frodo's encounter with Shelob.
Typography
fromPR Daily
2 days ago

4 reasons your writing accidentally sounds AI-generated (and how to fix it) - PR Daily

AI-generated content is losing favor, prompting brands to label their content as human-generated to maintain trust and authenticity.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The Assembly review TV has rarely seen anything like this delightful gem

The Assembly features celebrities interviewed by young adults with neurodivergence, allowing for direct and profound questions that challenge conventional interview norms.
Books
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

Ghostwriting Is Good, Actually

Ghostwriting, when done by humans, can provide valuable support to authors and help share unique perspectives.
Relationships
fromInsideHook
5 days 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.
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

The Miniature Wife was an exercise in visual trickery

"There's no case where those things aren't critical, but with a project like this, there is no 'fix it in post' because it just can't work like that. This is a show that has about 3,000 VFX shots, and we were working with up to five different VFX vendors at times."
Women in technology
Miami food
fromFilmmaker Magazine
5 days ago

"I Wanted to Turn Splash on Its Head": Tyler Cornack on Mermaid

Florida Man myth is explored through a darkly comedic lens in Tyler Cornack's film featuring a drug addict and an unconventional mermaid.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

The Stranger review lustrously beautiful and superbly realised modern take on the Camus classic

A monochrome adaptation of Camus's L'Etranger explores themes of empire and race in 1940s French Algeria, but loses some of the original's power.
Independent films
fromSlate Magazine
16 hours ago

Steven Soderbergh Sparked Controversy for Using A.I. He Thinks It's Not the Real Issue Facing Movies.

Steven Soderbergh's unique filmmaking process allows him to release multiple films rapidly, showcasing his passion for cinema and experimentation.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 week ago

A Portland Panorama of indie films * Oregon ArtsWatch

On May 2, 2025, arts and cultural organizations across the country received notifications that grants and funding promised by the National Endowment for the Arts were being rescinded. This was part of a larger initiative by the Trump Administration to dismantle not just the NEA, but also other arts advocacy programs including the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Institute for Museum and Library Services.
Portland
Television
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 day ago

The World of Broadcasting as Depicted on the Big and Little Screen - San Francisco Bay Times

Movies like 'A Face in the Crowd' and 'Network' accurately depict the broadcasting industry's cruelty and complexities.
Film
fromFilmmaker Magazine
1 day ago

Exclusive: Watch a Clip of the LAFM World Premiere Drinking and Driving

Drinking and Driving is a lo-fi film exploring youthful recklessness and stagnation in small-town life.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

In Steven Soderbergh's 'The Christophers,' an aging artist meets his match

The Christophers explores themes of artistic legacy, commercialism, and familial betrayal through the story of a fading artist and his opportunistic children.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
1 week ago

'Thank You For Generating With Us!' Hollywood's AI Acolytes Stay on the Hype Train

Generative AI is revolutionary, but it cannot replace human creativity, which is rooted in effort and experience.
Independent films
fromThe Independent
1 day ago

James McAvoy makes Scotland proud in his directorial debut - review

James McAvoy's directorial debut California Schemin' explores themes of authenticity and deception through the true story of Dundee rappers posing as Americans.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

The most memorable moon movies aren't even about space

Filmmakers have long been inspired by the moon, creating numerous acclaimed films that resonate with themes of romance and emotion.
Film
fromInverse
3 days ago

10 Years Ago, A Controversial Action Thriller Tried - And Failed - To Reinvent Cinema As We Know It

Hardcore Henry innovates first-person cinema by combining action with video game mechanics, creating a unique viewing experience.
Television
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

A 'Star Wars' and 'Top Gun' producer is joining the micro drama craze. Read his pitch deck.

Micro dramas are evolving with VeYou, an app aiming to elevate the format with high-quality storytelling and AI-driven effects.
#independent-film
Media industry
fromIndieWire
1 week ago

To Access Stranded Capital, Filmmakers Need to Learn Demand-Side Thinking

Shifting from supply-side to demand-side thinking is crucial for independent filmmakers to attract investment and audience interest.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
4 days 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.
Independent films
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

The Real Heist in Steven Soderbergh's New Movie

The Christophers explores the relationship between art and commerce through a whimsical theft orchestrated by a cantankerous artist's greedy children.
Independent films
fromFilmmaker Magazine
2 days 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.
#romantic-comedy
fromInsideHook
4 days ago
Film

"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.
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago
Film

"The Drama" Struggles to Justify Its Combustible Premise

Charlie and Emma navigate their relationship's challenges through humor and the concept of starting over.
Film
fromInsideHook
4 days 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.
Film
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

"The Drama" Struggles to Justify Its Combustible Premise

Charlie and Emma navigate their relationship's challenges through humor and the concept of starting over.
fromInverse
1 day ago

How An Eerie New Thriller Revolutionizes The Video Game Movie

Kawamura found ways to give Exit 8 an emotional center that the game lacked while still capturing the uncanny experience of walking down the seemingly endless tiled hallway.
Independent films
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 days ago

FilmWatch Weekly: 'The Blue Trail,' 'Hamlet,' 'Exit 8,' and more * Oregon ArtsWatch

The Blue Trail is set in a recognizable, vaguely dystopian future, where the government ships elderly people off to a distant location known only as The Colony when they reach the age of 80. This is justified by the need to preserve jobs and resources for the younger population, but it doesn't sit well with 77-year-old Tereza, especially when she learns that the cutoff has been lowered to 75.
Film
#film-vs-literature
Photography
fromThe New Yorker
4 weeks 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.
Independent films
fromInverse
1 day ago

30 Years Later, A Long-Dormant Sci-Fi Noir Is Finally Coming To Netflix

Brad Bird is creating Ray Gunn, an adult neo-noir sci-fi animated feature set in a retro-futuristic world.
#film
Film
fromThe Independent
3 days ago

The Drama has a Zendaya problem

The film 'The Drama' centers on a bride's dark secret about a past school shooting, impacting her relationship and the narrative's comedic tone.
Independent films
fromFilmmaker Magazine
1 week ago

Trailer Premiere: Francesco Sossai's The Last One for the Road

The Last One for the Road explores the friendship between two alcoholic criminals and a student against the backdrop of Italy's changing landscape.
Film
fromThe Independent
3 days ago

The Drama has a Zendaya problem

The film 'The Drama' centers on a bride's dark secret about a past school shooting, impacting her relationship and the narrative's comedic tone.
Independent films
fromFilmmaker Magazine
1 week ago

Trailer Premiere: Francesco Sossai's The Last One for the Road

The Last One for the Road explores the friendship between two alcoholic criminals and a student against the backdrop of Italy's changing landscape.
fromFilmmaker Magazine
1 day ago

"Decontextualized Little Clips of Violence": Daniel Goldhaber and Isa Mazzei on Faces of Death

Faces of Death follows a pathologist trying to understand what happens when we die, subjecting himself and the viewer to a series of 'snuff' films depicting violent deaths.
Independent films
Film
fromInverse
3 days ago

'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Could Be Repeating A Troubling Marvel Pattern

Tom Holland confirms reshoots for Spider-Man: Brand New Day to enhance the film, focusing on villain plotlines and humor.
#metal-gear-solid
Independent films
fromGadgets 360
1 day ago

Metal Gear Solid Film Adaptation in the Works at Sony Pictures

Metal Gear Solid is being adapted into a live-action film directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein.
Independent films
fromEngadget
2 days ago

The Metal Gear Solid movie is back on, with Final Destination: Bloodlines directors in charge

A new film adaptation of Metal Gear Solid is being developed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein at Columbia Pictures.
Independent films
fromGadgets 360
1 day ago

Metal Gear Solid Film Adaptation in the Works at Sony Pictures

Metal Gear Solid is being adapted into a live-action film directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein.
Independent films
fromEngadget
2 days ago

The Metal Gear Solid movie is back on, with Final Destination: Bloodlines directors in charge

A new film adaptation of Metal Gear Solid is being developed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein at Columbia Pictures.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Charli xcx's Brat movie marks the moment the mockumentary died | Zach Schonfeld

The mockumentary genre has become stale, lacking the innovative spirit that characterized earlier works by directors like Christopher Guest and Rob Reiner.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days 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.
fromAnOther
4 days ago

Night Stage: Anatomy of a Modern Erotic Thriller

The illicit thrill of hidden desires definitely propels Night Stage, a riveting queer noir about an up-and-coming actor Matias and an aspiring politician Rafael who begin hooking up in public spaces.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Silence took Martin Scorsese nearly 30 years to make and it shows

Rodrigues witnesses how Kirishitans must practise their faith in secret because their religion is heresy in Edo-period Japan, leading him to question his own beliefs.
Film
#keanu-reeves
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Outcome review Keanu Reeves sends himself up in Jonah Hill's Hollywood satire

The film presents a comedic take on a famous image of Keanu Reeves, exploring themes of fame, loneliness, and personal growth.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Outcome review Keanu Reeves sends himself up in Jonah Hill's Hollywood satire

The film presents a comedic take on a famous image of Keanu Reeves, exploring themes of fame, loneliness, and personal growth.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Coke and booze didn't help my creativity': Joe Eszterhas on his wild times and his supernatural, anti-woke Basic Instinct reboot

Joe Eszterhas, a prominent Hollywood screenwriter, is planning a comeback with a reboot of Basic Instinct after overcoming personal struggles and health issues.
fromInverse
3 days ago

15 Years Ago, a Forgotten Fantasy Satire Tried To Change Hollywood

Your Highness is described as a 'self-indulgent dream project for the 11-year-old in me' by director David Gordon Green, showcasing a unique blend of stoner comedy and high fantasy.
Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
5 days 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
fromInverse
5 days ago

25 Years Later, 'Lord Of The Rings' Recasting Could Reveal Long-Forgotten Details

The Hunt for Gollum film raises concerns among fans about its necessity and potential impact on the beloved original trilogy.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

The Drama: sex, secrets and that gobsmacking twist discuss with spoilers

The Drama is a dark romantic comedy exploring premarital jitters and psychological unraveling, featuring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson.
#emerald-fennell
Independent films
fromThe Independent
3 days ago

Emerald Fennell rejects claim she's 'in negotiations' to direct major movie reboot

Emerald Fennell is not in negotiations to direct the reboot of Basic Instinct, contrary to claims made by Joe Eszterhas.
Independent films
fromThe Independent
3 days ago

Emerald Fennell rejects claim she's 'in negotiations' to direct major movie reboot

Emerald Fennell is not in negotiations to direct the reboot of Basic Instinct, contrary to claims made by Joe Eszterhas.
Film
fromVulture
5 days ago

Plot Twist: The Drama Actually Did Great at the Box Office

A24's 'The Drama' opened strong despite negative buzz, earning $14.4 million in North America and $28 million worldwide, indicating potential profitability.
Independent films
fromThe Independent
4 days ago

Everything Cary Elwes owned fit in a paper bag. Then he made a film with his brother

Cary Elwes faced personal loss due to wildfires but found support and purpose while filming 'Dead Man's Wire' with his brother.
Film
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

What Memento reveals about human nature, 25 years later

Christopher Nolan's breakout film Memento explores memory and personal identity through a unique narrative structure.
Film
fromVulture
1 week 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.
fromThe Independent
4 days ago

Scorsese tried to recommend his films to a 10-year-old co-star - then had to rethink

I knew he was a legendary director and he was giving me a list of his movies like Raging Bull, Taxi Driver. Then he was like, 'You probably can't watch any of those quite yet, but there is this one movie I directed called Hugo.' A couple days later, in the mail, I received a copy of Hugo on Blu-ray from his office, which is really crazy.
Independent films
Film
fromVulture
1 week 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.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

For filmmaker Chloe Zhao, creative life was never linear

Director Chloe Zhao brings a sensitive, ritualistic approach to filmmaking, using meditation, breathing exercises, and dance to create intentional moods during production and premieres of her Oscar-nominated film Hamnet.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

From the phone to the plex: why TV shows are turning into movies

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man achieved over 25 million views on Netflix in three days, showcasing the shift from cinema to streaming.
fromRaymondcamden
2 weeks ago

Checking if a Movie has a Post or Mid Credit Scene

The app is incredibly simple. I made use of the wonderful SimpleCSS for my design and then made use of the TMDB API. The TMDB APIs are pretty easy to use, but finding out how to get this information did take a bit of digging.
Film
#ai-filmmaking
Film
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

How Many Cinephiles Does It Take to Win a Soccer Match?

The first-ever Cinema Showdown in NYC combined soccer with film promotion, attracting cinephiles and fans for a unique event featuring custom jerseys.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
3 weeks 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
fromEsquire
4 weeks 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.
Film
fromEsquire
1 month ago

Celine Song Just Might Have the Answer to What's Plaguing Hollywood

The film industry faces consolidation and AI disruption, yet original films like those by Celine Song prove ambitious storytelling can achieve both critical acclaim and commercial success.
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-criticism
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

People feel like they're in on the joke': the new wave of pseudo-biopics

Filmmakers increasingly create pseudo-biopics that borrow recognizable elements from real people and events while changing names and details to avoid legal liability and maintain creative freedom.
Film
fromThe New Yorker
1 month 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.
fromThe Independent
1 month 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
Film
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

In Defense of Movie Sex Scenes

Onscreen sex scenes can be narratively essential but are often gratuitous, harmful, or disruptive when objectifying participants, reinforcing stereotypes, or damaging a film's flow.
Film
fromThe Atlantic
1 month 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
fromInverse
1 month ago

'How To Make A Killing' Is A Screwy Social Satire That Falls Just Short Of The Mark

How to Make a Killing follows Becket Redfellow murdering wealthy relatives in a tonal blend of black comedy and satire, buoyed by Glen Powell's charm.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Zombie Movies Should Always Be This Hopeful

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple presents a hopeful vision of postapocalyptic humanity, subverting the genre's expectation of survivors preying on one another.
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