Archive: 2025/11 - Page 2

Joel Chanca - 28 Nov, 2025

Horror Film Festivals Worth Attending in 2025

Discover the top horror film festivals to attend in 2025, from cult classics at Beyond Fest to intimate screenings in Asheville. These are the events where horror cinema is truly alive.

Joel Chanca - 27 Nov, 2025

Rehearsal Methods for Actors: Table Reads and On-Feet Film Work

Table reads and on-feet film work are essential rehearsal methods for actors that build character truth and on-screen chemistry. Learn how to use both effectively for authentic performances.

Joel Chanca - 27 Nov, 2025

CGI in Modern Cinema: How Computer Effects Transform Filmmaking

CGI has transformed modern cinema by making the impossible look real-from digital characters to entire worlds. But the best effects serve the story, not overshadow it. Learn how visual effects shape today’s films and what makes them truly convincing.

Joel Chanca - 27 Nov, 2025

Late-Window Monetization: How Library Films Make Money on AVOD and FAST

Late-window monetization lets studios earn money from old films on free streaming platforms like Tubi and Pluto TV. Discover how library films generate millions in ad revenue without new marketing.

Joel Chanca - 27 Nov, 2025

Deferrals and Back-End Points: How Independent Film Crews Get Paid When Budgets Run Low

Many indie film crews work for deferred pay and back-end points, but few ever get paid. Learn how deferrals really work, who gets them, and how to protect yourself when budgets are tight.

Joel Chanca - 27 Nov, 2025

Independent Films That Won the Best Picture Oscar

Independent films have won Best Picture Oscar despite low budgets and limited marketing. From 'My Left Foot' to 'Everything Everywhere All at Once', these films prove that powerful storytelling beats big budgets.

Joel Chanca - 26 Nov, 2025

Best International Film Distributors for Arthouse Cinema

Discover the top international film distributors shaping the global arthouse scene-from Janus Films and MUBI to Strand Releasing and Curzon Artificial Eye. Learn what makes them different and how filmmakers can get noticed.

Joel Chanca - 26 Nov, 2025

Motion Capture Animation: How Live Action Becomes Digital Characters

Motion capture animation blends real human movement with digital characters, creating emotionally powerful performances in films and games. Learn how it works, why it matters, and what’s next for the technology.

Joel Chanca - 26 Nov, 2025

Gallery Distribution Models for Artist-Made Films

Artist-made films thrive in galleries, not theaters or streaming platforms. Learn how gallery distribution works, why it matters for experimental cinema, and how artists can navigate this quiet but powerful model in 2025.

Joel Chanca - 26 Nov, 2025

How Macroeconomic Shifts and FX Risk Affect Co-Production Budgets

Currency fluctuations are reshaping international film co-productions. Learn how macroeconomic shifts impact budgets, what gets cut when exchange rates move, and how producers are adapting to survive in today's volatile financial climate.

Joel Chanca - 26 Nov, 2025

Limited Release Strategy: How to Maximize Box Office Success with Fewer Theaters

Learn how limited releases maximize box office returns by starting small, building buzz, and expanding strategically. Real examples show why fewer theaters can mean more money.

Joel Chanca - 25 Nov, 2025

How Directors Give Performance Notes: Real Ways Actors Interpret Feedback on Set

Directors don't tell actors how to act - they give subtle, often cryptic performance notes that unlock truth on camera. Learn how to interpret them, test them, and turn feedback into powerful, authentic moments.