"Blondi" Hands the Camera to a Dog
At this year's HollyShorts, Jack Salvadori's "Blondi" watches history's darkest chapter through the eyes of the Führer's German Shepherd, asking whether ordinary devotion can survive proximity to unimaginable evil.
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"Life Goes On" Finds Warmth in an End-of-Life Time Loop
At this year's HollyShorts, Kat Butterfield's "Life Goes On" reimagines the time-loop as a story about a dying man who cannot die, turning a taboo subject into a tender case for saying the important things while there's time.
Dolby Vision, HDR & Indie Filmmaking | Ricardo Martinez
An exploration of HDR storytelling, Dolby Vision workflows, and the democratization of high-end filmmaking tools.
Blackmagic Design, DaVinci Resolve & the Future of AI
A conversation about AI, editing, and the evolution of DaVinci Resolve.
How AI Is Transforming Live Sports Broadcasting | MNC Software
MNC Software explores how AI and automation are changing live sports production and broadcast operations.
GhostKits Explained: Camera-to-Cloud Workflows
A look at the technology making remote filmmaking and cloud workflows possible.
Why Community Matters in Filmmaking | Mark Anthony DiBello
An exploration of how community-driven spaces help filmmakers thrive.
What HDMI LA Does for the HDMI® Ecosystem
Get to know HDMI LA, CFA’s annual sponsor of the CFA Film Challenge, and learn how HDMI Technology powers billions of devices worldwide while supporting the future of connected entertainment.
The Art of Color Grading & Cinematic Emotion | Walter Volpatto
Legendary colorist Walter Volpatto shares how color shapes emotion and story.
Building a Film Festival Without Gatekeeping | Not Film Fest at NAB 2026
A conversation about creating a film festival that prioritizes community over gatekeeping.
How to Become a Working Cinematographer
Cinematographer Brendan Boyle discusses building a filmmaking career through hands-on experience and independent production.
From Acting to Directing & Cinematography
Rodrigo Altamirano discusses transitioning from acting into filmmaking and why performers benefit from understanding cameras.
Submit to The Reel Champions Shorts Fest Before the Extended Deadline
The Reel Champions Shorts Fest returns in October 2026 with a 2-day showcase celebrating films by women and non-binary filmmakers.
Learn What Casting Directors Really Look For at the BMC Casting Director Panel
Join Blackmagic Collective on May 23 for a free panel and networking event exploring the relationship between casting directors, actors, and filmmakers.
ETA 5 | A Short Film
Watch ETA 5 — a short film made through the CFA Film Challenge and released as part of our ongoing showcase of completed challenge projects.
Break Down the Oscar-Nominated Screenplay "Sentimental Value"
Join StoryBoardDG on May 11 for a live breakdown of the Oscar-nominated screenplay "Sentimental Value", led by industry expert Jen Grisanti.