Bridging Worlds, Amplifying Unheard Voices: A Conversation with Hsi Cheng
In the dynamic landscape of contemporary filmmaking, few voices resonate as powerfully and authentically as Hsi Cheng's. Fresh from her ...
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Between Blockbusters and Black Comedy: Derek Frey on Finding Creative Freedom in the Shadows
From helming multi-billion dollar productions like "Dumbo" and "Alice in Wonderland" to crafting award-winning independent films in the vein of ...
From Stage to Screen: Alexander Ratter on Artistic Leaps, Creative Intuition, and ‘Flight into Darkness
Directing is like jumping from a cliff every day," declares Alexander Ratter, and this metaphor perfectly encapsulates his bold transition ...
The Message Can Never Overshadow the Story’: Patrick Ireland on Cinema, Social Change, and the Power of Metaphor
In an era where independent cinema often struggles to balance artistry with activism, Patrick Ireland's "Ill Fares The Land" emerges ...
Bridging Cultures Through Film: Chyan Lo’s Journey from Taiwan to Brooklyn
In the vibrant landscape of independent cinema, few voices resonate with the unique blend of cultural insight and artistic vision ...
Behind The Lens with Dhwani Shah: A Fusion of Horror, Drama, and Cultural Narratives
In a recent candid interview with Indie Shorts Mag, writer-director Dhwani Shah, based out of Mumbai and New York City, ...
Exploring Tension and Characters: A Conversation with Filmmaker Scott Talbot
Happy for You, the nail-biting thriller directed by Scott Talbot, delves into themes of forgiveness, revenge, and the blurred lines ...
What Psychological Horror Means For Elijah Rodriguez, And Other Thoughts On Making Films
The Perfect Daughter takes our expectations–both daily and for the film–and constructs a macabre worst-case scenario. It might just leave ...
Writer-Director-Composer Noah Stratton-Twine On Coming Of Age For Millennials, Composing, And His Fondness For Low Apertures
Young, Young Men — a film about teenage male friendship — is a breath of fresh air. It is intimate, ...
Making films as an independent filmmaker is the best masterclass you can give yourself: Anthony Straeger
Writer, actor, filmmaker, jury member, and festival director, Anthony Straeger has (and continues to) donned several hats. We couldn’t miss ...
