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fromInsideHook
3 days 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.
#steven-soderbergh
Independent films
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

The Christophers Is Another Small Masterwork by Steven Soderbergh - Portland Mercury

Steven Soderbergh has directed 11 films since 2017, showcasing a prolific and controlled creative process.
Independent films
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

The Christophers Is Another Small Masterwork by Steven Soderbergh - Portland Mercury

Steven Soderbergh has directed 11 films since 2017, showcasing a prolific and controlled creative process.
Film
fromThe Independent
6 days ago

Josh O'Connor's hot streak comes to an end with the stilted Rebuilding - review

Josh O'Connor portrays Dusty, a cowboy grappling with identity loss after a wildfire, in Max Walker-Silverman's film 'Rebuilding'.
Digital life
fromIndieWire
6 days ago

What Does Barbie Ferreira Really Want Now? An Indie Film Career, on Her Terms

Barbie Ferreira expresses fear of her laptop, believing hackers are watching her, and reflects on her changing relationship with the internet.
Television
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Seven Documentaries for Fans of Fiction

Documentaries can effectively tell engaging stories, appealing even to those typically averse to the genre.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week 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.
Medicine
fromVulture
2 weeks 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.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
4 days ago

How the 'Blue Heron' Editor Turned the Director's Childhood Into One of 2026's Best Films

The film 'Blue Heron' explores time and memory through the lens of a family's emotional journey on Vancouver Island.
Film
fromInverse
1 week 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.
Independent films
fromDefector
4 days ago

Steven Soderbergh And Ed Solomon Talk About Their Best Collaboration Yet | Defector

The Christophers explores the complexities of art, legacy, and the artist's relationship with public perception through a unique narrative.
Writing
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

Lena Dunham on Falling in Love with the Movies

A young filmmaker's journey begins with a short film, leading to acceptance at Slamdance and a memorable festival experience.
Film
fromVulture
2 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.
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

"The Drama" Struggles to Justify Its Combustible Premise

In a bustling Boston café, Charlie is instantly smitten with Emma, who is quietly reading a novel. He approaches her, gushing about the book, only to realize she hasn't heard him.
Film
fromInverse
1 week ago

How Ian McKellen Became The Secret Weapon To Steven Soderbergh's Surprising New Heist Movie

"We were filming in London, so we were in our own beds at night. That's not often the case. Middle-earth, you're not in your own bed."
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fromThe Independent
1 week 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.
#paul-dano
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Post your questions for Paul Dano

Paul Dano's acting has received both criticism and praise, showcasing his versatility in various roles across film and television.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Post your questions for Paul Dano

Paul Dano's acting has received both criticism and praise, showcasing his versatility in various roles across film and television.
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.
Independent films
fromThe Independent
2 weeks 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.
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
Independent films
fromThe Independent
2 weeks ago

Christopher Nolan called this his 'most underrated' film - it's now on BBC iPlayer

Christopher Nolan's film Insomnia is considered his most underrated work, featuring a psychological thriller plot with strong performances from Al Pacino and Robin Williams.
#new-directorsnew-films
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago
Independent films

New Directors, New Films

The New Directors/New Films series showcases diverse films with innovative narratives, including 'Variations on a Theme' and 'Next Life'.
fromFilmmaker Magazine
3 weeks ago
Independent films

Exclusive Clip: Roseanne Pel on Her New Directors/New Films Closing Night Title Donkey Days

The 55th New Directors/New Films festival showcases rising talent from April 8-19, featuring diverse films including Leviticus and Donkey Days.
Independent films
fromFilmmaker Magazine
3 weeks ago

Exclusive Clip: Roseanne Pel on Her New Directors/New Films Closing Night Title Donkey Days

The 55th New Directors/New Films festival showcases rising talent from April 8-19, featuring diverse films including Leviticus and Donkey Days.
Film
fromFilmmaker Magazine
1 month ago

"You Have to Adjust the Sails to the Winds": Graham Parkes on Wishful Thinking

A couple discovers their relationship can manifest reality, causing positive or destructive outcomes in the world based on their emotional state.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

'American Classic' is a hidden gem that gets even better as it goes

American Classic is a charming streaming series on MGM+ about a Shakespearean actor who returns to his small Pennsylvania hometown to escape scandal and reconnect with local theater.
Film
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Are you in a competitive creative career? Oscar-winning director Barry Jenkins has advice on what it takes to find success

Even Academy Award-winning filmmakers like Barry Jenkins worked survival jobs while building their careers, emphasizing that persistence and flexibility are essential for sustaining a creative career in film.
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

Paul Thomas Anderson Explains Himself (Kind Of)

Paul Thomas Anderson wrote One Battle After Another for his children to explore how his generation left the world for theirs, addressing complex character portrayals and generational themes.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
19 years ago

Ford nailed the role

Harrison Ford's Hollywood Hills home features his original carpentry work and was instrumental in launching his acting career after director George Lucas hired him as a carpenter.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 month ago

AI "Filmmaker" Gets Funding, Begs For Ideas On What to Actually Make

Crowdsourcing film ideas for an AI-produced movie elicited ridicule and highlighted concerns that AI tools cannot substitute for genuine creative vision.
Film
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

He Was the Losingest Filmmaker in Oscars History. To Finally Triumph, He Changed Something.

Paul Thomas Anderson ended his record 0-11 Oscar losing streak by winning three awards for One Battle After Another, including Best Director, after years of nominations without victories.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

If you loved 'Bugonia,' here's what to watch next

Bugonia, a Yorgos Lanthimos remake of a 2003 Korean thriller starring Emma Stone, combines tonal shifts and violence with accessibility, earning four Academy Award nominations.
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.
Independent films
fromInverse
1 month ago

'Normal' Is An Above-Average Action Thriller Saved By Bob Odenkirk

Bob Odenkirk stars as a temporary sheriff in a Minnesota town that harbors a criminal conspiracy involving billions in gold, forcing him into unexpected action against the entire community.
fromFilmmaker Magazine
3 months ago

"...As Long as You're Telling the Truth": Jordan Lage, Back To One, Episode 376

Jordan Lage is an award-winning actor, writer, director and founding member of the Atlantic Theater Company, which celebrates its 41st anniversary this year. He studied acting at New York University under the tutelage of playwright David Mamet and actor William H. Macy and then taught acting and playwriting at the Atlantic Theater Acting School for nearly 30 years. Best known for his work performing the plays of David Mamet's, he
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Film
fromThe Independent
1 month ago

Project Hail Mary doesn't suggest great things for the future of cinema - review

Project Hail Mary blends nostalgic 1970s filmmaking aesthetics with modern sci-fi storytelling, following an astronaut and alien collaborating to save their planets through scientific cooperation.
Film
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Perverse, Tender Worlds of Paul Thomas Anderson

Paul Thomas Anderson uses meticulous sound design and minute details to explore control, narcissism, and power dynamics in intimate relationships within a 1950s London couture setting.
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
fromInverse
2 months 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
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.
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
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fromVulture
2 months ago

Will Poulter Gets His Movie

Nonprofessional participants give Union County raw authenticity while Will Poulter's quiet, watchful performance underscores his character's outsider status in recovery.
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
fromEsquire
1 month ago

The Sudden Ascent of Lewis Pullman

Lewis Pullman approaches acting roles by assessing whether the challenge of embodying a character outweighs his fear, believing meaningful work requires overcoming that initial instinct of doubt.
Film
fromFilmmaker Magazine
2 months ago

A Tech Writer's Appreciation of Scott Macaulay

Digital technologies and the internet democratized filmmaking, enabling indie filmmakers with low-cost equipment and new distribution platforms, reshaping production, post-production, and exhibition.
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.
Film
fromVulture
2 months ago

Pedro Pascal Officially Saves Todd Haynes's Explicit Queer Noir

Pedro Pascal replaces Joaquin Phoenix in Todd Haynes's queer noir De Noche, enabling production to resume.
#sundance-film-festival
fromIndieWire
2 months ago
Film

Bob Berney on Five Wild Decades at Sundance, and Chasing Movies No One Else Wanted Like 'Memento' and 'Donnie Darko'

fromIndieWire
2 months ago
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Bob Berney on Five Wild Decades at Sundance, and Chasing Movies No One Else Wanted Like 'Memento' and 'Donnie Darko'

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.
fromAnOther
2 months ago

A Guide to the Searching Cinema of Richard Linklater

It's been 40 years since Richard Linklater founded the Austin Film Society, beginning his crusade to make scrappy, personal, romantic and boisterous cinema. It's fitting for a director who first broke out in the 1990s "Indiewood" boom that his latest film, Nouvelle Vague, is an origin story of cinema's enfant terrible par excellence, Jean-Luc Godard, mounting his iconic debut film Breathless. As Linklater's first non-English film, Nouvelle Vague feels like a film fanatic has staged and animated decades' worth of behind-the-scenes anecdotes - genuine and apocryphal alike - to show a turning point for cinema as the Texan director imagines it: lively and collaborative, tetchy and confounding, an amusing slew of rules broken and manifesto points declared.
Film
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

It's already yesterday again: the 20 best time-loop movies ranked!

Time-loop films recycle the reset premise while varying stakes and constraints, with urgency or exposition determining whether repetition enhances drama or undermines suspense.
fromFilmmaker Magazine
2 months ago

With His "Disrespectful" Remix of Pynchon's Vineland, PTA Mastered the Art of Adaptation

I'll start with the obvious: even the thinnest novel is densely packed. There's just too much good stuff! That's partly why early studio heads preferred short stories and potboilers to classic doorstoppers like War and Peace . While you can write a novel to any length (and Tolstoy tried), knowing the reader will stop and start at will, in film you have a painfully finite amount of time before the audience itches to leave.
Film
fromConsequence
2 months ago

The Adventures of Cliff Booth Gets Super Bowl Trailer

Starring Brad Pitt as the titular Cliff Booth along with Elizabeth Debicki, Scott Caan, Carla Gugino, and more, the trailer depicts Booth after the events of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. "So you helped rick subdue those hippie intruders, huh?," he's asked before replying "Something like that." The teaser then shows various scenes and scenarios from the film, but with minimal dialogue; though each time a character cusses or flips someone off, it's bleeped and censored.
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fromVulture
2 months ago

Why Gore Verbinski Disappeared From Hollywood

Gore Verbinski returns with Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die, a gonzo sci-fi action-adventure comedy where Sam Rockwell leads diner patrons against surreal AI apocalypse.
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

How Steven Spielberg Transformed My Career

In fact, I've made a conscious habit of seeking out successful individuals so I can learn from their experiences. But the man often nicknamed the "King of the Hollywood Blockbuster" continues to elude me. And yet, despite never meeting face to face, Spielberg taught me one of the most important lessons of my entire career. It's a lesson I've learned through engaging with his work.
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fromVulture
2 months ago

Callum Turner and George MacKay Board a Bad Boat in Rose of Nevada Trailer

It's supposed to be a good thing, isn't it: finding something that got lost? But what if that lost thing isn't just a pair of sunglasses but a whole entire boat, the likes of which hasn't been seen for 30 years? In Mark Jenkin's forthcoming Rose of Nevada, out June 19, the title refers to said missing ship, once lost only to now drift back into the harbor of the remote fishing village whence it disappeared.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Jim Jarmusch, filmmaker: If you put money into my movie, you don't tell me how to make it, no matter who you are'

When a movie ends, Jim Jarmusch almost always gets sick. Which illness varies it could be a cold, the flu, or worse. The phenomenon has taken place for years. In his filmography, the director tends to post more questions than answers. In contrast, when it comes to his health, he has arrived at a clear conclusion: It's fucking hard to make a movie. And that's equally true if it's good or bad. It requires a lot of resistance and concentration.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Is This Thing On? review funny is as funny does in Bradley Cooper's John Bishop-inspired tale

Will Arnett plays a believable, non-outrageous would-be comedian in a likable but not fully convincing remarriage comedy directed and co-written by Bradley Cooper.
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Haley Lu Richardson on Gore Verbinski's Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die and White Lotus Side Quests: Podcast

The story kicks off in a diner when a man claiming to be from the future barges in with a detonator and a warning about an impending AI-fueled doom spiral - and from there, it only gets weirder. Richardson says she tore through the script in one sitting. "My agent said, 'Haley, there's a good script. We want you to do it,' which is rare," she explains. "And then I read it all in one sitting... which is also rare."
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fromIndieWire
1 month ago

Cassandra Kulukundis on How a Lifetime of Casting for Paul Thomas Anderson Led to 'One Battle After Another'

Cassandra Kulukundis earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Casting after a 30-year collaboration with Paul Thomas Anderson on One Battle After Another.
Film
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 months ago

FilmWatch Weekly: Alexander Skarsgard in 'Pillion,' Glen Powell in 'How to Make a Killing,' and more * Oregon ArtsWatch

Two new films show divergent strategies: Glen Powell's dark comedy uses impersonation and satire, while Alexander Skarsgård's Pillion pursues enigmatic, explicit provocation.
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.
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