The film “Saturday Night” tells the spectacular behind-the-scenes tale of the 90 minutes before the first ever show of Saturday Night Live went live on air. A whirlwind of chaos, and a sprint until the end, the film perfectly captures what has kept SNL a cultural phenomenon for half a century: its independent spirit.
With the ink still fresh on the WGA deal as of October 9, many expected (or hoped) that the ongoing…
There are a growing number of options for schools that aspiring screenwriters may choose from to better fit their goals and needs. The nation’s top choices routinely offer small workshop-style classrooms, industry experience, and a working portfolio—as well as a diploma.
Dana Knight and Dan Halstead “talk-shop” about the state of the film market, making it as a writer and what the…
A reality TV dating show might be the last place you would think to explore the societal pressures women face,…
It’s another year, and time to announce 10 filmmakers we at The Independent think you should keep your eye on….
It’s time for our annual 10 Filmmakers to Watch list. We’ve pooled our resources and brainpower to get the scoop…
Editor’s Note: This collaborative reporting effort was led by Nikki Chase, Maddy Kadish and Beth Brosnan. Be sure to check…
South by Southwest (SXSW) has become a convergence of film, interactive media, and music, as the lines between these media…