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The wonders of Indie films and why you should tune in
With the rise of streaming services, Indie films are more accessible than ever. Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon prime make it possible for you to have constant access to some of the best indie films on the market, highlighting new and innovative projects, with many...
The best indie films you ought to watch
Indie films offer a unique perspective into the film industry, offering perhaps unconventional storytelling and a keen ability to challenge the mainstream media. Often operating on smaller budgets, meaning they have to make up for it by utilizing intense creative...
Why Indie Filmmaking Still Offers Big Advantages
Independent filmmaking has become increasingly popular over the past few decades as technology has advanced, making it easier for aspiring filmmakers to create and distribute their work. There’s no doubt that indie filmmaking often has its challenges, from limited...
Innovations in the Indie film industry
Innovations in the film industry are happening at a rapid rate all across the world. Our phones today are turning from point-and-shoot cameras into 360-degree experiential recording devices. Now, filmmakers are figuring out how to push the industry forward in ways...
New Film Technologies Disrupting the Entertainment Industry
Ever wonder how technology has changed the film industry? From the earliest days of sequential photography to the introduction of technicolor, the intersection of tech and film innovation has propelled the film industry forward. And why stop now? In this blog,...
5 movies filmed at historic Canadian locations
Many people think of Hollywood when they think of films, but did you know that Canada has an extensive history in the world of film as well? The picturesque country offers a variety of shot locations from historical buildings to beautiful nature scenery. As such, it...
Trends to watch in the indie film industry 2022
Before the COVID-19 pandemic threw the film industry into a spiral, an explosion of technology and digital platforms began a process of change. If there’s any trend worth watching, it’s the continuation of innovation. Let’s explore some of the other upcoming...
“CODA” Won Best Picture. Here Are 3 More Great Music Movies
In the 2022 Oscars, “CODA” was announced as the surprise winner of the Best Picture award for its emotional and crowd-pleasing tale of a deaf family and the daughter who wants to be a singer. It’s a beautiful film, and it’s hard to escape the obvious truth that...
After Oscars 2022, A Look Back on 3 Best-Picture Favourites
Since the very first Academy Awards held in 1929, 581 films have been nominated for the coveted Oscar for Best Picture. Just 94 films have actually received the award, however, resulting in an elite group of movies representing the height of (mostly) American...
Reviewing Film Highlights from 2021
There’s little doubt that 2021 will be viewed as one of the strangest years for film in recent memory. The year began with big-budget movies getting hybrid releases, allowing audiences to choose between seeing the film in the movie theater or from the comfort of...