Disc Jockeys’ is a column featuring video stores across the country that provide their communities with access to DVDs, ...

The old low-budget mantra is “Beg, borrow, .” That’s all fine and good, but what do you really need to borrow, and how ...

Throughout the year, Film Independent offers filmmakers the opportunity to meet with cinematographers (spring), actors (summer), composers (fall) and ...

An intensive, two week-long program designed to help creative, independent producers develop their skills The Fiction Producing Lab helps further the careers of its Fellows by introducing them to film ...

Help independent filmmakers tell their stories. Make a donation to Salvation Mountain today. Film Independent’s Fiscal Sponsorship program opens the door to nonprofit funding for independent ...

Join or renew today! Members must be current as of December 16, 2025 (January 12, 2026 for Arts Circle, Film Lover and Secret Members …shhh…) to be eligible for ...

"Now, more than ever, it’s so important that we support stories told by and about communities that are marginalized." – Andrew Ahn, Project Involve Fellow For 30 years and counting, Project Involve ...

3rd Thursdays is your monthly opportunity to learn about the events and services that Film Independent provides, and network with fellow filmmakers and film lovers. Open to all, attendees will hear a ...

You’re invited to join us for a work-in-progress screening of ENDO, followed by a conversation and feedback session with co-directors Sammy Jaye & Soraya Simi, moderated by Alana Waksman (Associate, ...

This month at the movies we draw your attention to three compelling documentaries on the future of AI, the historic ...

Think about the experience of sitting and watching a movie. What is it about that big, wonderful image that connects with you? If you’re a diehard cineaste the answer might be the film’s ...

Editor’s Note: a version of the following post originally ran way back in 2015. It’s being re-posted here (with minor edits) to celebrate—what else?—THANKSGIVING. All three seasons of Hannibal (NBC, ...