"She Devil" Turns Feminine Power into Sinister Satire
Allie Perison’s "She Devil" turns female influence into horror-comedy gold, exploring power, groupthink, and the weaponization of femininity.
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"Death Red" Turns Haunted Houses Inside Out at FilmQuest 2025
Mitch Glass’s Death Red brings cursed paint and folklore-fueled horror to FilmQuest 2025, blending mythology and eerie indie creativity.
Mark Reyes Illuminates the Dark with "The Nightwalker"
Crafted entirely from home using free digital tools, "The Nightwalker" blends mixed media and world-building to illuminate resilience, hope, and the warrior spirit within.
Steven Schloss Illuminates Hanukkah Horror with “Gimme” at FilmQuest
In “Gimme,” Steven Schloss fuses Jewish culture with cosmic horror, creating the Hanukkah film he wished existed as a kid.
Mike Manning’s “Spool” Unravels Grief and Mystery at FilmQuest 2025
Los Angeles filmmaker Mike Manning debuts his haunting short “Spool” at FilmQuest 2025. Blending grief, mystery, and a touch of holiday melancholy, the film follows two sisters confronting their father’s decline.
Rebecca Gruss Conjures Humanity in "Thrift Store Ouija Board"
Rebecca Gruss’s debut "Thrift Store Ouija Board" turns everyday horror into something hauntingly human, marking a bold FilmQuest 2025 entry.
Jonathan Hammond’s "Fireflies in the Dusk" Shines at FilmQuest 2025
Jonathan Hammond’s 'Fireflies in the Dusk' blends fantasy, sci-fi, and comedy into a sharp yet playful look at nostalgia and the strange ways we seek advice online.
"Monsters Under The Bed": Serena Dykman’s Surreal Night at FilmQuest 2025
Serena Dykman’s 'M.U.B.' reimagines the monster-under-the-bed myth through psychological horror and emotional realism, earning acclaim at FilmQuest 2025.
What a Line Producer Actually Does: Budgeting, Scheduling, and Creative Problem‑Solving
Line producers break scripts into budgets and schedules, protect production, and solve creative problems — practical advice from experienced line producers.
An ARRI Afternoon at the ASC: Exploring the ALEXA 265
ARRI and the American Society of Cinematographers invite filmmakers to an exclusive afternoon with the ALEXA 265. Featuring James Laxton ASC and Charlie Sarroff, the event includes a tech talk, live demo, and reception moderated by cinematographer Indeana Underhill.
Fiscal Sponsorship and Grants for Filmmakers: Practical Tips, Resources, and Tax Basics
Practical guide to fiscal sponsorship, grants, and fundraising for filmmakers — tips, resources, and real-world advice from Easterseals & CFA.
Post-Production Workflow for Indie Filmmakers: Budgets, Tools, and Sound Design Insights
Practical post-production lessons from editors and sound designers on workflow, budgets, tools, and audience-focused decision-making.
Navigating the Digital Deluge: Jordan Murphy Doidge’s "Clout"
At Nòt Film Fest, Jordan Murphy Doidge’s "Clout" reimagines The Boy Who Cried Wolf as a cautionary tale of a boy’s pursuit of online fame, blending magical realism with sharp social commentary.
Juan Pablo Daranas Molina’s "Seeds for All!": A Satirical Seed of Identity and Absurdity
At Nòt Film Fest, Juan Pablo Daranas Molina’s "Seeds for All!" satirizes identity politics with sharp humor, following a Latina executive’s unraveling day, all crafted on 16mm by a resourceful five-person crew.
"Hardcore" Explores Exploitation and Survival in Italy’s Gritty Underbelly
Italian filmmaker Francesco Barozzi’s "Hardcore", selected for Nòt Film Fest, blends raw storytelling with biting social commentary on debt, exploitation, and survival, all realized through fiercely independent filmmaking.
“Spit It Out”: The Ray Sisters Unravel Family Secrets in DNA Drama
At Nòt Film Fest, the Ray Sisters’ "Spit It Out" blends humor and heartfelt drama as a father’s DNA test uncovers family secrets spanning generations.