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
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Haunting first trailer for the film 1984, based on George Orwell’s novel, has been released
Finnish producer and director Diana Ringo has released the official trailer for the film “1984”. This is the first film adaptation of Orwell’s novel in Russian language. The premiere is scheduled for summer 2023. George Orwell is one of the most influential authors in human history, and his novel “1984” is a warning of dangers
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Mom Dies Saturday
“Mom Dies Saturday” is a psychological drama involving loss, guilt and toxic family relations.
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Art of the Month – October 2022 – David Bowie by Diana Ringo
More art by Diana Ringo — https://www.saatchiart.com/dianaringo
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Indie Cinema Magazine – Issue 5
5th printed issue of Indie Cinema Magazine has been released and is now available for purchase.
