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VFS Open House Opened Minds and Doors to a new Future

September 25, 2023September 25, 2023News in BriefOpen House, Vancouver Film School, VFS

Oh, would you look at this? An Event Summary just like the olden days when this website started. It even includes one of those pictures of me browsing a program, when was the last time

I Like Movies: High Praise for Co-Star Percy Hynes White’s Indie Film

September 25, 2023September 25, 2023Quick TakesI Like Movies, Percy Hynes-White

The critics at Rotten Tomatoes can be a tough crowd to please, but Percy Hynes White is getting a perfect score for his role as co-star of the ultra-indie film, I Like Movies. The film

Canadian cinema’s impact on global film culture

September 25, 2023September 25, 2023The Bottom LineAtom Egoyan, Canadian Cinema, Culture, David Cronenberg

Canadian movies might not be the first thing that comes to mind when discussing important global cultural influences, but Canada’s unique and diverse film industry has made some important contributions to global culture. Beyond just

Jason Mills Interview

September 22, 2023September 22, 2023InterviewBeyond the Line, Elvis the Pig, Jason Mills, Life 4 Life, They Came From the Attic

On Friday, September 15th, you might have read our conversation with composer Thomas Beckman. If you haven’t, here is a link to that article. One prolific, talented, and independent filmmaker who came up a few

How to Come Up With Unique Ideas for a Short Movie

September 21, 2023September 19, 2023Tipsshort film ideas, short films, Short movie, Shorts

Short films are a unique art form. With just a few minutes to work with, filmmakers have to grab your attention and leave you thinking. It’s in this limitation that creativity really shines. When you

Cord Jefferson’s American Fictions Wins People’s Choice Award at TIFF

September 20, 2023September 18, 2023AwardsAmerican Fictions, Cord Jefferson

While still a ways off, many are already look to the Academy Awards and what features might already be making a case for a nomination, or even become an early favourite to come away with