Here’s one way to possibly fund your next narrative film
Filmmakers Mark and Jay Duplass announce new program to help fund up to $25,000 for narrative films made in local communities.
Independent Film
Explore the world of independent film with news, reviews, and interviews from a filmmaker’s perspective. This category covers Sundance, SXSW, and the broader indie scene—with a focus on storytelling, creative risk-taking, and emerging talent shaping the future of cinema.
That moment David Lynch put an exclamation mark (!) on his life’s work
TV reinvented. Again.
Twin Peaks, streaming and the challenges of old school TV ratings
In the age of Netflix, Amazon, Hulu and other streaming services, does things like Nielsen ratings matter anymore?
Blade Runner 2049: A Roger Deakins masterclass in cinematography
New featurette gives us closest look yet at upcoming sequel to Blade Runner.
Preview: 12th annual Mendocino Film Festival
The 12th annual Mendocino Film Festival invites you to “travel the world from the edge of your seat,” with venues this year in Mendocino Village,…
Film Review: An entertaining ‘King Arthur’ (Legend of the Sword)
Guy Ritchie’s ‘King Arthur’ (Legend of the Sword) opens today. Film critic Jeanne Powell has a first look review for Stark Insider. The new Warner…
Blade Runner 2049 Official Trailer: The best moment is…
There’s a lot to like about the just released official trailer for Blade Runner 2049. The sequel to the almost-best-ever sci-fi movie (#1 would be…
Crazy or Die: New short film starring Loni Stark premieres Wed 5/3 on Stark Insider
I’ll burn down what’s between us… It’s finally through the edit. Look for our new original short Crazy or Die starring Loni Stark right here on…
‘The Long Excuse’ and the refusal to acknowledge loss (Film Review)
Stark Insider indie film review: The Long Excuse which recently screened at the San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM). Writer-director Miwa Nishikawa’s thoughtfully woven film is…
Natalia Almada’s ‘Everything Else’ takes top prize at SFFILM 60
Prizes at the 60th edition of the San Francisco International Film Festival were revealed this week. Winning films across 12 categories were announced at the…