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fromABC7 Los Angeles
13 hours ago

Beyond breaking news: local reporter follows his passion for film making

Sean Au emphasizes the emotional connection movies create between characters and audiences, inspiring his journey as a filmmaker.
Television
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Seven Documentaries for Fans of Fiction

Documentaries can effectively tell engaging stories, appealing even to those typically averse to the genre.
#artistic-legacy
Independent films
fromKqed
17 hours ago

In Steven Soderbergh's 'The Christophers,' an Artist Meets His Match

The Christophers explores themes of artistic legacy through the relationship between an aging artist and an art restorer.
Independent films
fromKqed
17 hours ago

In Steven Soderbergh's 'The Christophers,' an Artist Meets His Match

The Christophers explores themes of artistic legacy through the relationship between an aging artist and an art restorer.
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Radu Jude, the Bard of Bucharest

Bucharest's buildings are marked with a bright-red disk, indicating that, in the next earthquake, this building could fall down, as explained by Radu Jude.
Berlin
#cannes-film-festival
Paris food
fromFrenchly
3 days ago

The Cannes Film Festival's 2026 Nominations Give Favor to the French - Frenchly

The 79th Cannes Film Festival will showcase international arthouse films, with a focus on indie cinema and limited Hollywood presence.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

Everyone knows what gay director Ira Sachs' latest film is about... So why won't they say it out loud? - Queerty

The 2026 Cannes Film Festival features a lineup of LGBTQ+ filmmakers, including Ira Sachs' new film The Man I Love.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 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.
Independent films
fromVulture
4 days ago

Cannes Is Coming, With or Without Hollywood

The Cannes Film Festival lineup features minimal American films, with only Ira Sachs' The Man I Love in competition.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Gillian Anderson and Cara Delevingne to hit Cannes as auteur heavyweights dominate festival lineup

Cannes 79th edition features an auteur-heavy lineup with films from renowned directors and a notable absence of American filmmakers.
Paris food
fromFrenchly
3 days ago

The Cannes Film Festival's 2026 Nominations Give Favor to the French - Frenchly

The 79th Cannes Film Festival will showcase international arthouse films, with a focus on indie cinema and limited Hollywood presence.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

Everyone knows what gay director Ira Sachs' latest film is about... So why won't they say it out loud? - Queerty

The 2026 Cannes Film Festival features a lineup of LGBTQ+ filmmakers, including Ira Sachs' new film The Man I Love.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 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.
Independent films
fromVulture
4 days ago

Cannes Is Coming, With or Without Hollywood

The Cannes Film Festival lineup features minimal American films, with only Ira Sachs' The Man I Love in competition.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Gillian Anderson and Cara Delevingne to hit Cannes as auteur heavyweights dominate festival lineup

Cannes 79th edition features an auteur-heavy lineup with films from renowned directors and a notable absence of American filmmakers.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
4 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.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 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.
#netflix
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago
Media industry

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.
fromVulture
2 days ago
Independent films

13 Movies You Shouldn't Miss on Netflix This Month

Netflix offers a curated list of must-watch films for April, featuring both new releases and classic favorites.
Media industry
from24/7 Wall St.
4 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.
Independent films
fromVulture
2 days ago

13 Movies You Shouldn't Miss on Netflix This Month

Netflix offers a curated list of must-watch films for April, featuring both new releases and classic favorites.
Graphic design
fromdesignyoutrust.com
5 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.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 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.
Relationships
fromInsideHook
1 week 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.
Medicine
fromVulture
6 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.
#box-office
Independent films
fromVulture
13 hours ago

The Future of the Black Rom-com Shouldn't Depend on You, Me & Tuscany

Movies often succeed or fail based on box office performance, with middling films like You, Me & Tuscany facing uncertain futures.
Independent films
fromVulture
13 hours ago

The Future of the Black Rom-com Shouldn't Depend on You, Me & Tuscany

Movies often succeed or fail based on box office performance, with middling films like You, Me & Tuscany facing uncertain futures.
fromFilmmaker Magazine
16 hours ago

Magic Mirror: Guy Maddin Interviews Caroline Golum on Revelations of Divine Love

Julian of Norwich, after a mid-life illness, experienced feverish visions of Christ's crucifixion, leading to a deep devotion to the Catholic church and a vow of seclusion.
Film
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
#european-cinema
Berlin
fromCN Traveller
3 days ago

Is the future of film European? How the continent continues to allure set-jetting travellers

European cinema is increasingly competing with Hollywood, showcasing unique landscapes and storytelling that attract global audiences.
Berlin
fromCN Traveller
3 days ago

Is the future of film European? How the continent continues to allure set-jetting travellers

European cinema is increasingly competing with Hollywood, showcasing unique landscapes and storytelling that attract global audiences.
Television
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
4 days 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.
Paris food
fromDeadline
6 days ago

SEO Edit ( Apr 7, 2026 ) SEO Title (70 character max) Cannes Opening Film 'The Electric Kiss' Boarded By Playtime For Sales

The Electric Kiss, directed by Pierre Salvadori, will premiere at Cannes and features a painter regaining inspiration through staged séances.
Media industry
fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 days ago

Disney breaks News & Documentary Emmy record with 96 nominations

The Walt Disney Company received a record 96 Emmy nominations, with National Geographic leading with 51 nominations and ABC News earning 47 nominations.
fromInverse
1 day 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."
Independent films
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days 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.
Independent films
fromKotaku
1 day ago

Soderbergh Says He's "Obligated" To Use AI On John Lennon Doc

Steven Soderbergh plans to incorporate AI in future projects, including a documentary about John Lennon's final interview.
Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
1 week ago

California Dreaming: The latest issue of A Rabbit's Foot is about the inventors and innovators of our movie-making culture

A Rabbit's Foot magazine celebrates the future of film and artistic craftsmanship while exploring California's innovative cultural landscape.
fromGothamist
6 days ago

This film festival takes you from Hoyt-Schermerhorn to Hollywood

April O'Neil comes down out of City Hall as the ace reporter and then walks into the Hoyt-Schermerhorn station. That secret, that the Downtown Brooklyn station is subbing in for City Hall, is at the heart of an upcoming film series at BAM.
Berlin
Film
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Shortlisted for an Oscar, 'Homebound' is a daring movie about two dear friends

Homebound, a film about friendship amid discrimination in India, received acclaim and was backed by Martin Scorsese, highlighting its sensitive subject matter.
fromVulture
3 days ago

The 14 Best Movies and TV Shows to Watch This Weekend

A time jump resets this show's character dynamics with Rue (Zendaya) working off her debt to a drug dealer and seemingly nearly all the series' other female characters engaged in sex work of some kind. Sam Levinson's vision of a woman's life is pretty depressing.
Television
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days 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.
Television
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 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 films
fromFilmmaker Magazine
4 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.
Film
fromFilmmaker Magazine
3 days 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.
Paris food
fromFilmmaker Magazine
2 weeks ago

Cannes Film Festival Head Thierry Fremaux on the Past and Future of Movies

Thierry Frémaux plays a crucial role in film programming and history, connecting past cinema with contemporary selections.
#romantic-comedy
Film
fromVulture
3 days ago

You, Me & Tuscany Is a Rom-Com Simulation

You, Me & Tuscany presents a romantic comedy that feels forced and shallow, echoing the genre's decline in contemporary cinema.
Film
fromInsideHook
1 week 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.
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
4 days 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.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

The Next Stop for a Sundance Director: Leading New York's Film Forum

Under her leadership, Jackson said, 'The most important thing is to make sure that Film Forum continues its mission.' This reflects her commitment to the organization and its role in independent cinema.
Film
Independent films
fromIndieWire
2 days ago

Bowling Alleys, Premium Formats, More Films: Which Fixes Can Save Movie Theaters?

A 45-day exclusive theatrical window is essential for small and mid-budget films to thrive against streaming competition.
#new-directorsnew-films
fromFilmmaker Magazine
5 days ago
Film

Eight Feature Recommendations from ND/NF 2026, From an IFFR Winner to Charli XCX's Indie Debut

New Directors/New Films showcases emerging filmmakers and features 24 films, including notable works like Pete Ohs' 'Erupcja' with Charli XCX.
fromThe New Yorker
1 week 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'.
Film
fromFilmmaker Magazine
5 days ago

Eight Feature Recommendations from ND/NF 2026, From an IFFR Winner to Charli XCX's Indie Debut

New Directors/New Films showcases emerging filmmakers and features 24 films, including notable works like Pete Ohs' 'Erupcja' with Charli XCX.
fromFilmmaker Magazine
3 days 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
5 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.
Independent films
fromThe Atlantic
3 days 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.
#comedy
Film
fromAnOther
1 week ago

Films to See This April

Kristoffer Borgli's film The Drama explores social mortification and modern performative life through a wedding couple's shocking revelation.
from48 hills
6 days ago

Grab a free pass to see new doc 'Lorne' - 48 hills

LORNE, an unprecedented, behind-the-scenes glimpse at the man who built an inimitable empire of comedy, shaping television and culture for generations.
Film
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

The most famous movie set in every state

A small-budget cult classic can be just as iconic as a major studio film if it speaks to audiences and evokes strong feelings.
Independent films
#sundance-film-festival
Independent films
fromIndieWire
4 days ago

Sundance Heads South: Festival Announces Lineup for Third CDMX Edition in Mexico

The 2026 Sundance Film Festival CDMX will showcase 15 feature films and six shorts in Mexico City from April 30 to May 3.
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'

Independent films
fromIndieWire
4 days ago

Sundance Heads South: Festival Announces Lineup for Third CDMX Edition in Mexico

The 2026 Sundance Film Festival CDMX will showcase 15 feature films and six shorts in Mexico City from April 30 to May 3.
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'

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.
Independent films
fromIndieWire
6 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.
fromInverse
5 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
1 week 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
6 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.
fromThe Independent
6 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
fromAnOther
2 weeks ago

10 Reinvigorating Spring Films to Add to Your Watchlist This Season

Set on the blossom tree-lined fringes of Hyde Park in London, Herbert Wilcox's black-and-white rom-com blows in like a fresh spring breeze. The film charts the will-they-won't-they romance between Richard (Michael Wilding), a wealthy lord masquerading as a butler, and Judy (Anna Neagle), the niece of the family who employs him.
Film
Independent films
fromFilmmaker Magazine
2 weeks ago

More Heart Than a Midnight Movie: Oscar Boyson and Ricky Camilleri on Our Hero, Balthazar

The film Our Hero, Balthazar explores identity and ego through a dark comedy about a teen trying to prevent a school shooting.
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.
Film
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

How to Craft a Film Festival That Appeals to All Ages (No, Really, All Ages)

The New York International Children's Film Festival demonstrates how specialized festivals can serve diverse audiences through rigorous curation, year-round engagement, and inclusive programming strategies applicable to festivals of all sizes.
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
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

Have You Been Hurt by Media Consolidation? I Have.

The infrastructure supporting independent film production and distribution has collapsed, eliminating financing options, distribution channels, and profit opportunities that sustained filmmakers for decades.
Film
fromEsquire
1 month ago

The Best Documentaries of 2026 (So Far)

A 1985 fan-made Star Trek film starring George Takei, lost for 40 years, has resurfaced, documenting early fandom culture before it became a mainstream commercial force.
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
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.
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.
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