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Asians In Romcoms: Is It Too Much To Ask For?
Despite huge success at the box office, we see a dip in the number of mainstream movies featuring Asian actors in a prominent role.
Develop Your Feature Script with Anna Maguire’s Summer Workshop
Join filmmaker and educator Anna Maguire for a three-month script development program designed to take writers from outline to completed feature screenplay.
Submit to The Reel Champions Shorts Fest Before the Extended Deadline
The Reel Champions Shorts Fest returns in October 2026 with a 2-day showcase celebrating films by women and non-binary filmmakers.
Experience Immersive Filmmaking at the BMC Orange County Demo Day
Test Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive cameras and Apple Vision Pro technology at a hands-on immersive media event hosted by Blackmagic Collective.
Learn What Casting Directors Really Look For at the BMC Casting Director Panel
Join Blackmagic Collective on May 23 for a free panel and networking event exploring the relationship between casting directors, actors, and filmmakers.
"Our Hero, Balthazar" and the New Crisis of Boyhood
A teenager growing up in New York City might appear completely different from a teenager living in rural Texas. But beneath those differences, they share far more than we assume. Both are shaped by one of the most powerful forces of the digital age: the desire for attention.
The New Obsessed Filmmakers
After a blockbuster week for two young directors, Kane Parsons and Curry Barker, I interviewed Austin Micka, a young filmmaker from Los Angeles, to hear his thoughts on this new movement in the industry.
Which Ninja Turtles Movies Are the Best for New Fans?
With over forty years of history and nearly ten mainline movies featuring five iterations of the characters, entering the world of the TMNT can feel overwhelming, let me make it easier.
Bellissima Diorissima: What Filmmakers Can Learn from Dior’s Venice Fantasy
Dior’s Venice unveiling gives filmmakers and storytellers a quiet reminder that sometimes the most powerful narratives are not spoken, they are worn, staged, lit, and remembered.
Troy Paff: From "Dirty Jobs" to "Texas Music Revolution"
No matter how many places Troy travels to, his work stays true to the ideas that originally brought him to Hollywood: making films, not videos. He has stayed true to his artistic vision, even though the blueprint was simply a wing and a prayer.
Amplifying Haitian Voices: Award-Winning Filmmaker Jacquil Constant on Culture, Community, and Creativity
A conversation with multi-hyphenate Jacquil Constant leading up to the 11th annual Haiti International Film Festival—of which he is the founder.
Our Last Day as Kids: a love letter to 2000s emo
An interview with filmmaker Dylan Hryciuk about his coming-of-age short film, his plans for a feature, and the beautiful chaos that is the underground music scene
"thriving.": an LGBTQIA+ web series about Gen Z's struggle to remain optimistic
An interview with writer, producer, and star of the upcoming series "thriving", Cayleigh Pine, to discuss being young, queer, and ambitious during a time when even the "safe" path has no guarantees.
Story vs. Plot
Oftentimes used interchangeably, story and plot have very different functions in a screenplay. By understanding their unique roles, you'll be better equipped to level up your own scripts.
Asians In Romcoms: Is It Too Much To Ask For?
Despite huge success at the box office, we see a dip in the number of mainstream movies featuring Asian actors in a prominent role.
"Seized" and Lawrence's Free State Festival
"There are a lot of places that aren't speaking truth to power, but by god, it's going to happen here." - Eric Meyer
"Out of the Blue": A Forgotten Masterclass of Cinematic Nihilism
To understand the meaning of life, you must also understand existential suffering.
Young Filmmakers, Kane Pixels & Indie Horror Inspiration
How the next generation of filmmakers is finding inspiration through internet culture and independent storytelling.
DaVinci Resolve 21, AI Editing & Immersive Workflows
Blackmagic Design showcases the latest AI features, immersive workflows, and post-production innovations in DaVinci Resolve 21.
Student Sports Broadcasting, Live Production & Commentary Tips
Young broadcasters share lessons learned from producing live sports coverage and commentary.
Immersive Filmmaking, AI Workflows & the Future of VR Cinema
Exploring the intersection of immersive storytelling, virtual reality, and AI-powered filmmaking.
Editors' Picks
This Year’s Brightest Star: How "Project Hail Mary" Dominates 2026 Cinema
Project Hail Mary, starring Ryan Gosling, takes the crown as the best movie of 2026 so far. Whether you’re a fan of the Project Hail Mary book, or are simply searching for your next favorite sci-fi film, this is an unmissable experience. **SPOILERS AHEAD!!**
Hollywood North's Hottest Export: "Heated Rivalry" as a Canadian Production
What initially appears to be a niche, provocative sports drama reveals itself as a layered and emotionally resonant story, gaining widespread acclaim and evolving into an unexpected global success.
"Project Hail Mary": A Sci-Fi Hit That’s Winning Over Everyone
A new sci-fi blockbuster is bringing audiences back to theaters—and critics love it too!