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The Perverse Romance in "Nosferatu"
"Nosferatu" is often perceived as a horror film, and vampires as villains. So, why is it that many people interpret Nosferatu as a romance between Ellen and Count Orlok? Is the romance in the 2024 adaptation perverse, or is it a repressed woman experiencing freedom?
Carrie White: Through Time and Terror
How Carrie White has been haunting us through the decades...
Talking to the Stars of the Finnish Weird Showcase About Their Weird Projects, Part II - An Amateur
After the Finnish Film Affair awards ceremony, I sat down with the filmmakers Olli Salmi and Samppa Batal to discuss their project "An Amateur", making meta-art in an absurd world, and what it means to pitch a project for the FFA's boldest showcase: Finnish Weird.
Talking to the Stars of the Finnish Weird Showcase About Their Weird Projects, Part I - Boobs
During the action of the HIFF market, I pulled aside Milla Puolakanaho and Juha Ilmari Laine, co-directors of Boobs, to discuss honest storytelling about the female body, creative partnership, and being a part of the Finnish Film Affair's boldest showcase: Finnish Weird
Nòt Film Fest: Day Five
Haylee and Grace's last day in Santarcangelo di Romagna and the final day of Nòt Film Fest... WARNING: EMOTIONAL.
What's the Psychological Appeal of True Crime?
The science behind why we can't look away...
Meet Every Filmmaker in the Room at the Guided Networking Event
Join Blackmagic Collective’s Orange County Chapter on November 11 for an in-person guided networking event designed to connect O.C. filmmakers in a fun, structured, and creative way.
How Come People Still Watch "Rocky Horror"?
With the 50th anniversary coming up, here's how some people are celebrating the cult classic.
Capturing Grief in Motion: Bren Cukier’s "Last Resort" Bridges Memory and Loss
Bren Cukier’s "Last Resort" intertwines home videos and new footage to turn a family trip into a tender reflection on memory, grief, and the enduring bonds of family.
Jasmine De Silva’s “Beauty Sleep” Reimagines Perfection in Pastel Horror
Jasmine De Silva’s “Beauty Sleep” transforms a pastel-pink funeral parlour into a darkly comic, retro-futuristic fairytale that explores beauty and identity, marking her bold narrative debut and proof of concept for her upcoming feature.
Building Creative Connections: Community Catch-Up Breakfast
Grab the chance to connect with filmmakers, students, and mentors over a complimentary breakfast at CFA Studio in Los Feliz.
Inside the Absurdist World of Abby Tozer’s "Muse"
Berkeley neuroscience grad Abby Tozer turns classical music angst into "Muse"—a surreal, noir short celebrating creativity, chaos, and indie spirit.
Breaking the Fantasy: Megan Barker’s Bold Leap from Actor to Filmmaker
Megan Elizabeth Barker’s debut short, "His Forbidden Sword", flips romance tropes to celebrate empowered women and bold independent filmmaking.
Alternative Financing: Fiscal Sponsorship 101
Learn how to access nonprofit funding, grants, and tax-deductible donations through fiscal sponsorship—an essential tool for independent filmmakers seeking alternative financing.
From Freelance to Funded: A Film Finance Masterclass with First Entertainment
Join Indeana Underhill and Meyoung Spektor from First Entertainment Credit Union for a 1.5-hour film finance masterclass designed to help filmmakers turn creative careers into financial stability.