Ravens is an uncompromising and remarkable cinematic achievement by director Mark Gill, vividly transporting audiences to the 1960s and 1970s with an authentic portrayal that captures the haunting beauty of Japanese photographer Masahisa Fukase’s life through a bold, imaginative lens. Anchored by Tadanobu Asano’s (47 Ronin, Shogun) brilliant performance and a striking portrayal by Kumi
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Facing the Past: Exploring Generational Trauma in They Don’t Leave
In the new short film They Don’t Leave by director Caz McGovern, a haunting and poignant interplay of generational trauma and addiction unfolds against the isolated, raw beauty of Montana’s sweeping landscapes, where the personal and supernatural eerily merge. At the heart of the film lies a powerful exploration of how the unresolved wounds of
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Interview with film director and animation legend John Musker
We are thrilled to present an exclusive interview with one of the most celebrated figures in animation, John Musker! Known for his legendary work at Disney on films like The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, and Moana, John has helped shape the landscape of animated cinema for decades. As he sits down with filmmaker Diana Ringo, the
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Alain Delon, Iconic French Star and Cinema Legend, Dies at 88
Alain Delon, the French cinema icon who recently passed away, was more than just an actor; he was a symbol of an era, embodying the allure and complexity that defined the golden age of European cinema. Over a career that spanned five decades and more than 100 films, Delon captivated audiences worldwide with a unique
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FOUR DIED TRYING: An Interview with John Kirby and Libby Handros
In this exclusive interview, we talk with John Kirby, the director, and Libby Handros, the producer, to delve into the intricate layers of their documentary series, which explores the assassinations of four influential political figures in American history: John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, Malcolm X, and Martin Luther King Jr. From their motivations for
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Interview with Graham Streeter – director of Unfix
In this exclusive interview with Indie Cinema Magazine, filmmaker Graham Streeter takes us behind the scenes of his latest project, “Unfix.” Graham Streeter won the Best Director Award for the film at the Vienna Independent Film Festival in 2023. The thought-provoking film explores the aftermath of conversion therapy, revealing the intricate layers of trauma and
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Interview with Wolfgang Cerny
Wolfgang Cerny is an internationally well-known actor who has starred in the films The Red Ghost, The Whirlpool, Nürnberg and many more. Diana Ringo interviewed Wolfgang in Vienna, Austria on 15.01.2024. He shared information about his new projects, including the fantasy miniseries The Outliers, a new Western with director Andrey Bogatyrev and the German series
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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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Interview with Diana Ringo by David Ryan -author of “George Orwell on Screen”
A new film of George Orwell’s 1984, now available to rent or buy on Amazon, is the first screen version of the dystopian classic in 39 years. Michael Radford’s adaptation, starring John Hurt and Richard Burton, was made in 1984 itself to capitalise on the title, but apart from a BBC radio drama with Christopher
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Interview with actor and film director Jake Lockett
Jake Lockett is an actor and film director. His short film “A Rush of Peace” won the Best Screenplay award at the 2023 Prague Independent Film Festival. In this interview Jake tells us about his career in Hollywood, his engineering background, love for music and his activity as an independent filmmaker. Interview was taken on
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Interview with director and producer of “The Invitation”
Exclusive interview with the creative minds behind the first vertical feature film “The Invitation”, director Yonghee Lee and producer Minah Jung. The film is an exciting thriller about the dangers of social media.
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Interview with filmmaker Yusuke Ishide
Film director Yusuke Ishide shares with us his remarkable journey from business administration to filmmaking, driven by a passion for animation and cinema. “The Master of Sento,” his fourth short film, emerges as a unique blend of authentic Japanese culture and timeless themes of marriage and forgiveness, set in a traditional public bathhouse. Ishide’s preference
