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The stories we would put on the marquee. Reviews, reporting and obituaries from people who work on set.
"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.
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The Dispatch — Daily
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Blackmagic Design Announces New UltraStudio Express HD
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"Inhabitant" Bargains With the Devil of Self-Abandonment
21.10
"Friends Like Us" Turns Fandom Into a Hostage Situation
20.10
"The Shift" Turns "Eat the Rich" Into a Literal Warning
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"In The Palm of Her Hand" Finds Tenderness in an Unmarked Grave
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Featured
The Filmmaking Team Behind "Uncle Johnny" on the Magic of their Creative Partnership
In an in-depth discussion, the filmmakers of the HollyShorts-nominated short film "Uncle Johnny"—Margaux Susi, Grayson Propst, and Angela Giarratana—share the story behind their intimate, character-driven work and their rare creative bond.
Atlantic International Film Festival
Atlantic International Film Festival Lives Up To the International Moniker
For it's 45th year, the festival welcomed many Premieres across the board and four Gala Presentations representing World Cinema.
Featured
HIFF Film Review: "Magic Farm"
With its stacked cast and Gen-Z sense of humor, Amalia Ulman's newest film "Magic Farm" is messy fun.
Festivals
HIFF Interview with Sakaris Stórá on "The Last Paradise on Earth"
Sakaris Stórá shares his experience making a film that shines a light on his own home town, created with a mostly local crew, and his hopes for Faroese cinema as a whole.
Festivals
Fantoche Breaks The 9-5 With Phenomenal Animation
The newly Academy Qualifying animation festival in Baden, Switzerland, delivered its usual quota of amazing animation from around the world
TIFF
TIFF Film Review: "Wake Up Dead Man": Rian Johnson’s Gothic Whodunnit Is His Boldest (and Longest) Yet
A review of the third film in Benoit Blanc's murder-solving spree, following its premiere at TIFF.
Festivals
How to Make Low-Budget Films Look Cinematic: Practical Lessons from Directors, DPs, and VFX Creators
Low-budget filmmaking can look cinematic with planning, frugal art direction, and smart cinematography. Practical tips from filmmakers.
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.
Festivals
Bryan Fuller Talks "Dust Bunny," TIFF, And Making His First Film
LOF caught up with the award-winning showrunner at TIFF to talk about his feature debut.
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Opinions
How Indie Productions Challenge Misogyny in Film
We want more women behind the camera, not more women's behinds ON camera!
Film ListMortifying Independent Films For Your Halloweekend
Looking for something spooky (and independent) to watch this weekend? Look no further.
Film ReviewHow LuLu Wang Brought Her Chinese Heritage to the Screen in "The Farewell"
Based on Wang's real-life family, "The Farewell" showcases what happens when cultures collide.