Haunting “Neither Heaven Nor Earth” not to be missed
While on a mission in Afghanistan, a French captain's men begin to disappear. Clément Cogitore's war mystery features a thoughtful script, and brilliant performance by…
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.
Werner Herzog: Read visually-driven novels like ‘The Peregrine’ to better understand how to make films
The beauty of filmmaking, film culture, and film history is that it is an interdisciplinary study. And, it requires you to read. A lot. And…
Film School 101: Werner Herzog teaches us filmmaking
It’s official. I’m now “studying under” famed filmmaker Werner Herzog. Well, actually we all are… A few months ago I enrolled in the German director’s…
Blade Runner fans rejoice, sequel concept art looks fab
If a movie is defined by its look, its mood, then Blade Runner is one of the industry’s most famous, celebrated examples. Ridley Scott’s 1982…
Zero Days: There are no rules of engagement for cyber weapons
As you watch Alex Gibney's latest documentary, prepare to be transported, just as you were with 'Inside Job' narrated by Matt Damon in 2010.
Thomas Biedegain’s ‘Les Cowboys’ rewards viewer (Review)
Ambitious French film features a working-class family in rural France experiencing great trauma.
Neon Demon: Ryan Gosling moderates most awkward film panel ever
The Neon Demon premiered in Los Angeles last night, and lots was happening on the red — purple! — carpet, with much of it captured…
The Neon Demon: Critic wants to ban Nicolas Winding Refn’s film, protect England from “depravity”
Long live the Queen! But apparently not auteur Nicolas Winding Refn. Look, no question there’s a litany of reasons why we should collectively Ban the…
Deep thoughts with ‘Neon Demon’ director Nicolas Winding Refn
Ah Refn. Does this guy know how to rattle chains or what? Director Nicolas Winding Refn’s (NWR!) latest film The Neon Demon was all the buzz…
Romantic comedy ‘Maggie’s Plan’ a surprise highlight at SFIFF (Review)
A surprise highlight of the 59th San Francisco International Film Festival, Maggie’s Plan provides an intriguing take on romantic comedies. Single and hearing her biological…