10 to Watch Filmmakers in 2018: Asad J. Malik
Mike Sullivan speaks with 2018 10 to Watch winner Asad J. Malik on the augmented reality (AR) film Terminal 3.
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10 To Watch Filmmakers in 2018: Christina Raia
David Pierotti speaks with 2018 10 to Watch winner Christina Raia her new film About a Donkey.
10 Filmmakers to Watch in 2018: Boots Riley
Evan Crean speaks with 2018 10 to Watch Winner Boots Riley on directorial debut Sorry to Bother You
10 Filmmakers to Watch in 2018
10 to Watch is our annual list of filmmakers who we think you should keep an eye our for that year. In 2018, we are rolling out a new one every day for 10 days. This year’s list reflects filmmakers, nominated from readers and industry colleagues, who remind us of our common humanity, lift alternative voices, and show us multiple perspectives.
Women in Film Portraits: Alex Cirillo and Dani Faith Leonard
In this installment of Women in Film Portraits, Lauren Sowa profiles Alex Cirillo and Dani Faith Leonard, the producers and founders of Big Vision Empty Wallet. Cirillo and Leonard share their enthusiasm for producing and about interesting projects currently in the works. They also reflect on what it means to be female creative artists and entrepreneurs in the film industry at this time.
Independent Film Festival Boston 2018 Recap
Evan Crean reviews his favorites films from this year’s Independent Film Festival Boston (IFFBoston), which ran from April 29 to May 2, 2018 at the Somerville Theatre, The Brattle Theatre, and The Coolidge Corner Theater.
10 to Watch: 2018 Nominating Jury
For 10 years now The Independent has been tooting the horn for indie filmmakers everywhere with our annual 10 to Watch. Read on about how to help us in our 10 for 10 year by nominating a filmmaker. We want to hear the stories of characters who often hide in the shadows of cinema. We will post our list this spring.
Best of 17th Annual Tribeca Film Festival
At Tribeca’s 17th annual film festival (April 18-29), 46% of 99 features were directed by women! Senior film critic Kurt Brokaw picks his favorite female-centric dramas and documentaries, plus the best of all 55 shorts.
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Women in Film Portraits: Danielle Eliska Lyle
In this installment of Women in Film Portraits, Lauren Sowa profiles Danielle Eliska Lyle, a writer, filmmaker, and photographer from Detroit. As a “black archivist,” Danielle’s life work is to tell stories (written, filmed, and photographed) of powerful women, the black diaspora, and the state of black culture. Danielle has gained notable screenwriting recognition and many awards. Her infectious spirit and passion for creative storytelling are palpable; read on!