A Raven in Tokyo: How Mark Gill Captured the Troubled Genius of Masahisa Fukase
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 Takiuchi as the artist’s muse,... Read more
Inside the Making of “Saving Mango”: A Cat’s Story of Survival and Loyalty
In Saving Mango, director Oren Peled crafts a deeply emotive story of survival, loyalty, and self-discovery through the eyes of a stray cat named Mango. This ambitious independent film has resonated with audiences across festivals and streaming platforms, capturing the hearts of animal lovers and cinephiles alike. With a captivating voiceover by actor Josh Bloomberg and a poignant portrayal of... Read more
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 the past continue to cling... Read more
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.... Read more
Generations and Identity: Inside Ying Chu’s Ah-Ma: A Tale of Two Worlds
In Ah-Ma: A Tale of Two Generations, director Ying Chu crafts a deeply personal story that bridges the gap between traditional Taiwanese culture and modern Western life. The film explores the journey of Na-Na, a second-generation immigrant navigating her identity between two worlds, while also honoring the legacy of her grandmother through the traditional Taiwanese opera, Gezaixi. Drawing from her... Read more
Exploring Love Through Grief: Darrell Bridgers’ Psychological Journey in “Zeke”
In this exclusive interview, director and writer Darrell Bridgers delves into the profound psychological exploration of love and loss in his latest film “Zeke”, offering insight into the emotional depth and complexity that defines the story. Bridgers reveals how his background in psychology and law helped shape the character of Zeke, a man grappling with late-life epiphanies. Bridgers also shares... Read more