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The Rise of Streaming Services: How They’re Changing the Film Industry

In the past decade, the film industry has undergone a seismic shift, largely driven by the rapid rise of streaming services.…

June 5, 2024

In an article about Greta Gerwig, a portrait of the director sits inside the format of the recent Barbie film's movie posters.

Greta Gerwig Didn’t Invent Womanhood; She Perfected It

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

With numerous cinematic hits under her belt, young filmmaker Greta Gerwig has quickly mastered the art of directing.…

July 13, 2023

In an article about the film studio A24, three of their most notable films, "Moonlight", Everything, Everywhere, All at Once" and "Midsommar" are displayed together.

A24 Continues To Deliver Applause-Worthy Films

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

The film studio A24 continues to reap its successes with films that contribute a unique perception of the world.…

May 17, 2023

In an article about female film directors, a woman poses behind a film clap board.

Five Female Directed Films To Watch During Women’s History Month

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

One of the many ways to show your appreciation for women this March is to consume some of the best female directed films in the industry.…

March 29, 2023

A montage of celebrity forms such as Marilyn Monroe and Michael Jackson amongst Hollywood Stars.

Hollywood Might Be Running Out of Movie Ideas

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

The film industry has slowly embodied the concept of reduce, reuse and recycle with biopics about celebrities.…

March 12, 2023

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Diversity and Inclusion Remain a Blindspot for Award Shows Even Today

Re’nesia Mills, University of Tampa

The Golden Globes, Oscars and Emmys have recently faced criticism for a lack of representation in their voting committees as well as their nominee and winner selections.…

November 5, 2021

Illustration by Marlowe Pody for an article on Girls in Film

GirlsinFilm.Net Is Empowering Female and Nonbinary Filmmakers

Alice Murphy, University of Maryland, College Park

This international community is dedicated to the support and professional development of women and nonbinary people in the filmmaking industry.…

January 12, 2021

Illustration of movie theater popcorn spelling out 2021 in an article about upcoming movies. (Illustration by Eri Iguchi, Minneapolis College of Art and Design)

8 Big Screen Movies You Need To Check Out in 2021

Anna Wurm, Texas A&M University

From long-awaited sequels to must-see originals, there are a lot of films to look forward to in the new year.…

January 7, 2021

Netflix Took Control of the Film Industry During the Pandemic

Caleb Mullenneaux, St. Olaf College

With the pandemic still raging and movie theaters struggling to reopen, streaming services are becoming the main place for watching movies.…

September 9, 2020

Welcome to The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

Amber Amortegui, Palm Beach Atlantic University

Here's everything you need to know about the nation’s only large-scale museum for all things film.…

August 8, 2019

How Student Films Can Unlock Doors in the Film Industry

Casey Breneman, University of Virginia

Wouldn't it help to know your way around a movie set before you enter the real world of filmmaking?…

March 14, 2019

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