The Solaris Film Festival 2026 edition took place in Helsinki, Finland, a city celebrated for its vibrant cinematic culture and historic contributions to Nordic and international film—home to auteurs like Aki Kaurismäki and iconic venues that have long nurtured independent and experimental cinema. This year, the festival was hosted at Stoa, providing an intimate and
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Blood Star: Director Lawrence Jacomelli’s Debut Feature — The 10-Day Desert Shoot That Shouldn’t Have Been Possible
In filmmaking, the math is never on your side. Vision grows, budgets tighten, and the distance between them becomes the battlefield where most first time filmmakers fall. But for director Lawrence Jacomelli and producer Victoria Taylor, the equation was even harsher. With no external financing, no U.S. production infrastructure, and a shooting schedule shorter than many commercials, the Brighton-based
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The Curse of Modigliani (2025) — A Modern Interpretation on the Life of Amedeo Modigliani
Today, on 7 December 2025, The Curse of Modigliani was released on Amazon Prime, a Finnish psychological drama in English that weaves together two lives separated by a century yet bound by the same silent force—the uncompromising spirit of art. The film, shot entirely in Helsinki during the summer of 2024, follows the fate of
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The Haunting of Prince Dom Pedro — A Clever, Campy Indie That Makes History Class a Killer Good Time
In a horror landscape oversaturated with self-serious franchises and disposable teen slashers, The Haunting of Prince Dom Pedro arrives as a spirited antidote — a knowingly ridiculous spoof that treats camp as an art form. Directed by Don Swanson and written by Joe Fishel (who also stars), this supernatural comedy isn’t just entertaining — it
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Kristin Griffith and Artur Smolyaninov Win Top Acting Honors at Prague Independent Film Festival
The 2025 Prague Independent Film Festival (PIFF) has wrapped up with an exceptional display of talent from filmmakers around the world. From thought-provoking short films to emotionally charged feature narratives, this year’s awards recognized works that pushed the boundaries of storytelling, experimentation, and artistry. I Never Said Goodbye was named Best Feature Film, winning acclaim
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Clint Eastwood at 95: The Last Cowboy Still Rides
On May 31, 2025, Clint Eastwood turns 95—an age few actors, let alone filmmakers, reach with their legacy not only intact but still evolving. For Eastwood, it’s another quiet milestone in a career defined by independence and a lifelong refusal to conform. Over more than seven decades, he has transformed from a television actor into
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Cannes 2025: Loznitsa’s Two Prosecutors Stuns Critics as Jafar Panahi Takes Palme d’Or in Politically Charged Edition
The 78th Cannes Film Festival wrapped with a thunderclap on May 24, capping nearly two weeks of cinematic premieres and the enduring allure of la Croisette. While Jafar Panahi’s It Was Just an Accident took home the coveted Palme d’Or, the most critically lauded film of the festival was without question Sergei Loznitsa’s Two Prosecutors
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Watch the Curse of Modigliani Trailer—Obsession, Betrayal, and a Haunted Diary
The official trailer for The Curse of Modigliani has been released today, offering a first glimpse into a haunting cinematic journey of obsession, art, and self-destruction. Diana Ringo’s (Quarantine, 1984) latest film is a study of the life of a struggling artist living in modern Helsinki. Known for her poetic vision in cinema, Ringo reinterprets
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Indie Cinema Magazine – Issue 7
Indie Cinema Magazine is the leading source for news regarding independent film from all over the world. The latest issue features interviews with filmmakers John Musker, Darrell Bridgers, Darron Carswell, Kazumi Shimizu, Dan Istrate, Kyle Browne, Ken Kinna, Jennifer Schlieper and Courtney Gumpf. Cover: American film director John Musker.
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Interview with creative mental health activist Diane Kaufman
In the realm where creativity intertwines with a profound commitment to mental health, Dr. Diane Leslie Kaufman stands as a beacon of hope and inspiration. Founder and director of the Hold On Campaign for Suicide Prevention, Dr. Kaufman’s journey encompasses the realms of poetry, artistry, child psychiatry, and a resilient spirit that emerged from personal
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Top-10 Best Sci-fi Films of 2023
Explore the cutting-edge sci-fi films of 2023, where visionary directors and stellar casts venture into dystopian landscapes, alternate realities, and mind-bending concepts. Join us for an exclusive look at this year’s top films, where innovation meets imagination for an unforgettable cinematic experience.
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Indie Cinema Magazine – Issue 6
6th printed issue of Indie Cinema Magazine is available for purchase online on MagCloud. The magazine features interviews with filmmakers Denis Kryuchkov, Dávid Géczy, János Wiedermann, Dien Vo, Nikita Hattangady, Yusuke Ishide, Deirdre Lorenz and Sophia Liu. Cover: Austrian actor Wolfgang Cerny, photographed by Damir Zhukenov, styled by Vadim Galaganov.
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Interview with director Francis Han
Francis Han is a young director from United States. Francis studied at Ringling College of Art & Design in Florida. His latest short film is about an anti-social apartment manager who purchases a video game from a flea market but discovers the horrific cost to stop playing. The noir-style thriller attracted our attention and we
