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The stories we would put on the marquee. Reviews, reporting and obituaries from people who work on set.
TIFF Film Review: "Normal" Is A Bloody Good Time
Director Ben Wheatley returns to TIFF with this action-packed romp from Derek Kolstad and Bob Odenkirk.
The Sound of "America's Sweethearts"
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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Festivals
From Shorts to Features: How to Turn Your Short Film Success into a Produced Feature
Practical, festival-proven advice for short filmmakers ready to make their first feature — pitching, funding, teams, festivals, distribution, and next steps.
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What To Watch: "The Bad Shepherd"
Planning on staying in this weekend or looking for a film to examine as a cinephile? Check out "The Bad Shepherd".
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From Ethics to Enlightenment: How The Good Place and Bojack Horseman Redefine Personal Growth
Unpacking how comedy, drama, and ethics coincide in two of television's most innovative depiction of what it means to change as a person.
Not Film Fest
Nòt Film Fest: Day Two
A day of great food, education, cappuccinos, and serious journalistic work from the local Gelateria. Yet another stellar day for Grace and Haylee of CFA Institute.
Not Film Fest
Nòt Film Fest: Day One
Grace and Haylee journey to Santarcangelo di Romagna, Italy, traverse the cobblestone streets, enjoy life changing gelato, and attend the opening night screening of Nòt Film Fest.
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From "Sweet Home" to "True Beauty": How Korean Webtoons Are Reshaping Global Streaming
From just one Top 10 global streaming title in 2018 to six by 2023, Korean webtoon adaptations have become a mainstream force. With platforms like Naver Webtoon and Kakao leveraging fan data to reduce risk, Netflix and small studios alike are tapping this booming $7.44B market for their next hit.
HollyShorts Film Festival
Hollyshorts 2025: A Conversation with Reece Feldman
In this in-depth discussion, Reece Feldman reflects on his rise from viral creator to filmmaker with Wait, Your Car?—a comedy-thriller about four friends and a killer car—while sharing insights on his debut and the new wave of self-made creatives reshaping the industry.
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Where Did All the Original Films Go?
Hollywood’s reliance on sequels used to deliver blockbuster profits. Now? It fuels growing audience fatigue. As studios chase safe IP bets, the challenge will be making original stories feel just as irresistible.
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Looking Back On 50 Years Of Monty Python And The Holy Grail
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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.