Interview: Sean Baker, “Starlet”
The filmmaker discusses finding locations for his fourth feature, the desire to depict the adult film industry and its players in an original and three-dimensional way, and the canine co-star from which the film gets its name.
Growing Up at NYFF: The Films of Noah Baumbach
Seventeen years ago, Noah Baumbach premiered his debut feature at the New York Film Festival. His upcoming film, Frances Ha, marks the Brooklyn-born filmmaker's fourth appearance at NYFF. Here's a quick look back at his creative maturation over the years.
HIFF Slate Revealed; Filmmaker’s “25 New Faces”
The Hamptons International Film Festival and Filmmaker Magazine celebrate 20th anniversaries with major announcements, plus hear from Ginger and Rosa director Sally Potter and indie producer Ted Hope.
TIFF’s First Weekend, NYTimes on the Fall Season
David O. Russell's latest wows and The Place Beyond the Pines finds distribution during a busy first weekend at Toronto; the New York Times previews the fall arts season; the first edition of the indie-focused La Di Da Film Festival approaches and more!
Brian M. Cassidy & Melanie Shatzky on “Francine”
The directors of tonight's Indie Night film, which features a powerhouse performance by Oscar winner Melissa Leo, discuss how she became attached to the project, the transition from documentary to narrative filmmaking, and the themes of loneliness and hope.
VIDEO: Q&A with Filmmakers and Stars of “Ruby Sparks”
Following a sneak preview of the latest from directors Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris (Little Miss Sunshine), the duo sat down with actor Paul Dano and actress/screenwriter Zoe Kazan to discuss their creative process, influences, and the complexities of love.
Can an Indie Film Spark Hatred? Homophobia?
Last night at the Provincetown International Film Festival, Tom Kalin and Craig Chester discussed their seminal New Queer Cinema film Swoon 20 years later.
Interview with Lynn Shelton, “Your Sister’s Sister”
The Seattle-based indie director may have "boringly loving" relationships with her siblings, but that doesn't stop her from exploring the complexities of sisterhood in her fourth feature, which opens Friday at Film Society!
Indie Night: Todd Solondz’s “Dark Horse”
The latest from America's master of bleak comedy Todd Solondz (Welcome to the Dollhouse, Happiness) screens tonight as part of our monthly series celebrating the best new independent film. Director and stars in person for Q&A!
Focus Features: 10 Years & Counting
Members of the New York indie film industry gathered last night to salute Focus Features on its 10th anniversary.
