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VIFF: Cycles of Abuse Unlocked in CHAINED

September 22, 2020September 21, 2020ReviewAdrian Holmes, Chained, Leia Madu, Marlon Kazadi

Control. Control of our surroundings, control of ourselves and sometimes, control of others. Residing at the top of nature’s food chain, humans are apt to exert their influence where they can in nature’s hierarchies, even

Talent On Tap – Loretta Todd – Brings Monkey Beach to Life and Beyond

September 21, 2020September 22, 2020InterviewLoretta Todd, Monkey Beach

Throughout history, every country has made films depicting their heroes, their stories and myths… but one culture that has been greatly unrepresented is the Indigenous Peoples history. Their stories and history in film have remained

Interview with Sheldon Landry – Filmmaker, Father, and further

September 17, 2020September 17, 2020InterviewSheldon Landry

When it comes to the film industry, you can have many different abilities. One thing the film industry looks for in any field of their work is versatility. Sometimes an actor who has made their

Midway Through TIFF, Regina King’s One Night in Miami Generates the Most Buzz

September 16, 2020September 16, 2020Today's Top StoriesOne Night In Miami, Regina King, TIFF

While Chloe Zhao’s dramatic character study Nomadland, starring two-time Oscar-winning actress Frances McDormand (who will likely land another nomination for her work here), is drawing the most acclaim of any release this year as film

Remembering the Work of the Great Ivan Reitman

September 16, 2020September 16, 2020Quick TakesBaywatch, Disturbia, Ghostbusters, Ivan Reitman, Kindergarten Cop, Space Jam, Stripes

If you take the time to really dissect the most iconic films over the last five decades, you’ll eventually notice the interlocking web of great directors and producers that leave their DNA all over Hollywood.

5 Things Millennials Are Looking for in a Screenwriter Profession

September 16, 2020December 16, 2021TipsScreenwriters, writing

Screenwriters draw inspiration from their surroundings to create captivating stories. They have excellent research and observational skills, and are generally incredibly creative. Since they’re able to use their observational skills to come up with an