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Sculptures in Time Pt. IV: Tarkovsky's THE MIRROR
Sculptures in Time Pt. IV: Tarkovsky’s THE MIRROR

The next in our Sculptures in Time series about Andrei Tarkovsky’s films is The Mirror, a film very autobiographical and surreal in nature.

Jacob Burns Film Center's Creative Culture Program: An Experiment In Filmmaking & Interconnectedness
Jacob Burns Film Center’s Creative Culture Program: An Experiment In Filmmaking & Interconnectedness

Creative Culture is the Jacob Burns Film Center’s (NY) educational program. We watched the fellows’ films and interviewed the program director.

Film Inquiry Podcast Episode 20: The Kubrick Cast
Film Inquiry Podcast Episode 4: Lamenting The Superhero Genre

In the 4th episode of the Film Inquiry Podcast, Jay & Mike talk, or rather lament, the state of the superhero genre, discussing Legion and Logan.

The Mistress of Suspense: Lou Simon
The Mistress of Suspense: An Interview With Lou Simon

Lou Simon is an independent director who mostly makes horror films; we had a chance to sit down with her to discuss her filmmaking process.

A Heroine Lost In Subjectivity: Emma Cullen & The Problem Of The Male Film Critic
A Heroine Lost In Subjectivity: Emma Cullen & The Problem Of The Male Film Critic

Westerns are the one genre I’ve never really gotten along with. I’ll watch a good one, and I have watched a number of classics, but it’s a genre that’s never particularly resonated with me. My father is a big fan of them, as are some good friends of mine, so this summer I made the decision to just try hard to find something I liked (other than Rio Bravo).

EEOC v. Hollywood Studios: Looming Lawsuits? What I Know So Far
EEOC v. Hollywood Studios: Looming Lawsuits? What I Know So Far

Activist and director Maria Giese reports on all she knows so far about the ongoing EEOC investigation into systemic discrimination against women in Hollywood.

The Big One: How KING KONG Became The First Post-JAWS Blockbuster
The Big One: How KING KONG Became The First Post-JAWS Blockbuster

1976’s King Kong earned a bad rap over the years for its hokey special effects, yet here we explain just why it might be worth a revisit.

So You Wanna Be A Critic? How To Write A Film Review (Video)
So You Wanna Be A Critic? How To Write A Film Review (Video)

In this all new video, Film Inquiry Editor in Chief Manon de Reeper explains what goes into writing a good film review, what she looks for & some tips!

Beginner's Guide: The Duplass Brothers, Directors, Writers and Actors
The Beginner’s Guide: The Duplass Brothers, Directors, Writers & Actors

Directors, writers, actors and producers, The Duplass Brothers have become synonymous with quality American Independent Cinema.

THE LITTLE PRINCE: The Film Adaptation Paramount Didn't Want
Changing Hands, Changing Times: Why THE LITTLE PRINCE Moved To Netflix

Netflix’s acquisition of The Little Prince from Paramount is a reminder that the industry is adapting to changing times and growing trends.

Interview With British Urban Film Festival Founder Emmanuel Anyiam-Osigwe
Interview With British Urban Film Festival Founder Emmanuel Anyiam-Osigwe

Film Inquiry interviewed Emmanuel Anyiam-Osigwe, the founder of the British Urban Film Festival, which is opening for submissions soon.

A History Of Oscar Speeches: Are These The Most Memorable Ones?
A History Of Oscar Speeches: Are These The Most Memorable Ones?

The Academy Awards: an evening of glamour, grace and sophistication. In a room full to the brim of Hollywood’s most celebrated stars, this is to be expected.

The Best Documentaries Of 2016
The Best Documentaries Of 2016

We’ve put together a list of the best documentaries of 2016 – a tough task as the quality of documentaries was high throughout the year!

Notions Of Love & Resistance In Géza Von Rádvanyi's MÄDCHEN IN UNIFORM
Notions Of Love & Resistance In Géza Von Radványi’s MÄDCHEN IN UNIFORM

Géza Von Radványi’s Mädchen in Uniform explores romance, while depicting love that varies in intensity, significance, and objective.

Dinner With Dames: Dinner #6, With David Boxerbaum (Recap)
Dinner With Dames: Dinner #6, With David Boxerbaum (Recap)

Cinefemme gathered another group of inspiring female filmmakers, writers and content creators for the sixth iteration of Dinner With Dames, to dine with David Boxerbaum, agent at Paradigm Agency, and casually discuss the issues women face in the film industry.