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Anamorphic Lenses, Probe Shots & Cinematic Glass
LAOWA explores anamorphic cinematography, probe lenses, lens character, and modern cinematic glass for filmmakers.
May 21
From Acting to Directing & Cinematography
May 21
Finding Meaning Through Documentary Filmmaking
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May 21
Best Aputure Lights for Indie Filmmakers?
Aputure’s Mitch Gross shares practical lighting setups, affordable gear recommendations, and portable workflows for filmmakers.
May 21
Canon Cinema Cameras, RF Mounts & Filmmaking Tech
Canon breaks down RF mount innovation, evolving cinema workflows, and new camera technology showcased at NAB Show 2026.
May 21
Motion Control, Robotics & the Future of Filmmaking
MRMC’s Ben discusses robotics, motion control, VFX workflows, and how automation is changing filmmaking at every level.
May 21
GoPro Updates & Filmmaker Reactions at NAB Show 2026
Filmmakers discuss new GoPro developments, compact camera workflows, and the evolving role of creator-focused technology at NAB Show 2026.
Apr 30
"Sixth Time’s the Charm" | A Short Film
Watch "Sixth Time’s the Charm" — a short film made through the CFA Film Challenge and released as part of our ongoing showcase of completed challenge projects.
Apr 28
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.
Apr 16
“THE LIDO” | A Short Film
Watch "THE LIDO" — a short film made through the CFA Film Challenge and released as part of our ongoing showcase of completed challenge projects.
Mar 12
“Playground Director” | A Short Film
Watch "Playground Director" — a short film made through the CFA Film Challenge and released as part of our ongoing showcase of completed challenge projects.
Mar 5
“Letter to 2025” | A Short Film
Watch "Letter to 2025" — a short film made through the CFA Film Challenge and released as part of our ongoing showcase of completed challenge projects.
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Looking for something spooky (and independent) to watch this weekend? Look no further.
Featured"One Eye Open" From Small Town Kansas to the Big Screen
Independent filmmaking involves far more than just the person behind the camera. There are actors, editors, cinematographers, and production designers in small towns who want to work and are ready to do so.
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.