As the first event to honor independent film exclusively, the Film Independent Spirit Awards has made a name for itself as the premier awards event for the independent film community. It's a celebration of the spirited pioneers who bring a unique vision to filmmaking. Currently in its 26th year, the show is as original as the films and filmmakers it honors.
The Spirit Awards will air on IFC on Saturday, February 23rd at 10/9c.
The Spirit Awards will air on IFC on Saturday, February 23rd at 10/9c.
Tony Winner Derek McLane to Return as OSCARS Production Designer; Full Production Team Announced
by Caryn Robbins - February 14, 2017
Producers Michael De Luca and Jennifer Todd today announced eight key members of the production team for the 89th Oscars®, which will air live on SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, on ABC. It was previously announced that Glenn Weiss would be returning as director for his second consecutive year....
by Caryn Robbins - February 14, 2017
Producers Michael De Luca and Jennifer Todd today announced eight key members of the production team for the 89th Oscars®, which will air live on SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, on ABC. It was previously announced that Glenn Weiss would be returning as director for his second consecutive year....
YEN, Starring Lucas Hedges, Extends Into March at MCC Theater
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
MCC Theater has extended its critically acclaimed production of Anna Jordan's YEN through March 4, 2017. It was previously scheduled through February 19, 2017....
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
MCC Theater has extended its critically acclaimed production of Anna Jordan's YEN through March 4, 2017. It was previously scheduled through February 19, 2017....
Actress Laura Niemi Gets Emotional on NBC Hit Series THIS IS US
by A.A. Cristi - January 13, 2017
Actress LAURA NIEMI proved emotionally revealing as 'Marilyn Pearson' with the return of NBC's highly-celebrated hit drama, THIS IS US....
by A.A. Cristi - January 13, 2017
Actress LAURA NIEMI proved emotionally revealing as 'Marilyn Pearson' with the return of NBC's highly-celebrated hit drama, THIS IS US....
HBO to Premiere Documentary SOLITARY: INSIDE RED ONION STATE PRISON, 2/6
by Caryn Robbins - January 13, 2017
Directed by Kristi Jacobson, SOLITARY: INSIDE RED ONION STATE PRISON explores life on both sides of the bars, raising provocative questions about punishment in America today....
by Caryn Robbins - January 13, 2017
Directed by Kristi Jacobson, SOLITARY: INSIDE RED ONION STATE PRISON explores life on both sides of the bars, raising provocative questions about punishment in America today....
Jury Members Announced for 2017 Sundance Film Festival
by Caryn Robbins - January 11, 2017
Sundance Institute will convene 24 experts in film, art, culture and science to award feature-length work shown at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival...
by Caryn Robbins - January 11, 2017
Sundance Institute will convene 24 experts in film, art, culture and science to award feature-length work shown at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival...
OH HELLO!'s Nick Kroll and John Mulaney to Co-Host the 2017 Film Independent Spirit Awards
by Caryn Robbins - January 03, 2017
The Film Independent Organization announced today that acclaimed funnymen and all-around comedy auteurs Nick Kroll and John MULANEY with join forces to co-host the 2017 Film Independent Spirit Awards...
by Caryn Robbins - January 03, 2017
The Film Independent Organization announced today that acclaimed funnymen and all-around comedy auteurs Nick Kroll and John MULANEY with join forces to co-host the 2017 Film Independent Spirit Awards...
LISTEN: David Oyelowo Talks QUEEN OF KATWE, OTHELLO, and More
by Ashlee Latimer - December 18, 2016
David Oyelowo, currently starring in the titular role in Othello Off-Broadway, is used to making waves: According to the actor, 'The films [he does] very quickly get politicized and called 'black movies,' and the minute that happens to them they feel niche.' With movies like Queen of Katwe and the...
by Ashlee Latimer - December 18, 2016
David Oyelowo, currently starring in the titular role in Othello Off-Broadway, is used to making waves: According to the actor, 'The films [he does] very quickly get politicized and called 'black movies,' and the minute that happens to them they feel niche.' With movies like Queen of Katwe and the...
Santa Barbara Film Fest to Honor LA LA LAND's Emma Stone & Ryan Gosling
by Caryn Robbins - November 18, 2016
The Santa Barbara International Film Festival announced today that Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling will be presented with the 2017 Outstanding Performers of the Year award...
by Caryn Robbins - November 18, 2016
The Santa Barbara International Film Festival announced today that Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling will be presented with the 2017 Outstanding Performers of the Year award...
MoMA to Present Ira Sachs Retrospective 'Thank You For Being Honest'
by Caryn Robbins - July 12, 2016
The Museum of Modern Art presents a complete, mid-career retrospective of the films of Ira Sachs, a filmmaker who, in the course of seven features and five short films, has established himself as one of the singular voices in American cinema....
by Caryn Robbins - July 12, 2016
The Museum of Modern Art presents a complete, mid-career retrospective of the films of Ira Sachs, a filmmaker who, in the course of seven features and five short films, has established himself as one of the singular voices in American cinema....
MoMA to Host Ira Sachs Retrospective 'Thank You For Being Honest'
by Tyler Peterson - June 23, 2016
The Museum of Modern Art presents a complete, mid-career retrospective of the films of Ira Sachs, a filmmaker who, in the course of seven features and five short films, has established himself as one of the singular voices in American cinema. From July 22 to August 3, Thank You for Being Honest: The...
by Tyler Peterson - June 23, 2016
The Museum of Modern Art presents a complete, mid-career retrospective of the films of Ira Sachs, a filmmaker who, in the course of seven features and five short films, has established himself as one of the singular voices in American cinema. From July 22 to August 3, Thank You for Being Honest: The...
THE FATHER's Frank Langella Wins 2016 Tony Award for Best Lead Actor in a Play
by Caryn Robbins - June 12, 2016
Frank Langella has won the 2016 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for his role as Andre in THE FATHER....
by Caryn Robbins - June 12, 2016
Frank Langella has won the 2016 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for his role as Andre in THE FATHER....
Di Bonaventura Pictures to Develop New Take on Cult Classic Horror Film PUPPET MASTER
by Caryn Robbins - May 02, 2016
Di Bonaventura Pictures (1408, TRANSFORMERS) and Caliber Media (DARK WAS THE NIGHT, SOME KIND OF HATE) partnered up to option the rights to develop a brand new take on Charles Band's cult classic horror film franchise PUPPET MASTER....
by Caryn Robbins - May 02, 2016
Di Bonaventura Pictures (1408, TRANSFORMERS) and Caliber Media (DARK WAS THE NIGHT, SOME KIND OF HATE) partnered up to option the rights to develop a brand new take on Charles Band's cult classic horror film franchise PUPPET MASTER....
LA Film Festival Unveils 2016 Competition Lineup
by Caryn Robbins - April 26, 2016
Today the LA Film Festival, produced by Film Independent, the non-profit arts organization that also produces the Film Independent Spirit Awards, unveiled the official U.S. Fiction, Documentary, World Fiction, Nightfall and LA Muse sections....
by Caryn Robbins - April 26, 2016
Today the LA Film Festival, produced by Film Independent, the non-profit arts organization that also produces the Film Independent Spirit Awards, unveiled the official U.S. Fiction, Documentary, World Fiction, Nightfall and LA Muse sections....
Trinity Rep to Close Season with OKLAHOMA!
by Tyler Peterson - April 06, 2016
?Trinity Rep closes out its 52nd season Rebels, Renegades and Pioneers with Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma!, directed and choreographed by 2015 Emmy Award winner Richard Jenkins and Sharon Jenkins. Oklahoma! runs May 5-June 5, 2016....
by Tyler Peterson - April 06, 2016
?Trinity Rep closes out its 52nd season Rebels, Renegades and Pioneers with Rodgers & Hammerstein's Oklahoma!, directed and choreographed by 2015 Emmy Award winner Richard Jenkins and Sharon Jenkins. Oklahoma! runs May 5-June 5, 2016....
HBO to Debut Laurie Anderson's HEART OF A DOG, 4/25
by Caryn Robbins - April 04, 2016
“Hello, little bonehead, I'll love you forever,” says Laurie Anderson to Lolabelle, her rat terrier. In HEART OF A DOG, the renowned creative pioneer delivers a lament for her beloved Lolabelle, exploring themes of love, life, death and loss....
by Caryn Robbins - April 04, 2016
“Hello, little bonehead, I'll love you forever,” says Laurie Anderson to Lolabelle, her rat terrier. In HEART OF A DOG, the renowned creative pioneer delivers a lament for her beloved Lolabelle, exploring themes of love, life, death and loss....
Jane Lynch, Diane Warren & More to Receive Columbia College Honorary Degrees
by Tyler Peterson - March 29, 2016
Columbia College Chicago is proud to announce a roster of Emmy, Grammy and Pulitzer Prize-winning artists and creative industry leaders as its 2016 commencement ceremony keynote speakers and honorary degree recipients....
by Tyler Peterson - March 29, 2016
Columbia College Chicago is proud to announce a roster of Emmy, Grammy and Pulitzer Prize-winning artists and creative industry leaders as its 2016 commencement ceremony keynote speakers and honorary degree recipients....
Cynthia Nixon Reveals She'd Love to Do Another SEX AND THE CITY Film
by Caryn Robbins - March 01, 2016
Cynthia Nixon just gave us a sliver of new hope that we'll one day see another Sex and the City movie....
by Caryn Robbins - March 01, 2016
Cynthia Nixon just gave us a sliver of new hope that we'll one day see another Sex and the City movie....
Winners of 2016 Spirit Awards Announced, SPOTLIGHT in the Lead
by Louisa Brady - February 28, 2016
Film Independent has announced the winners for the 31st Independent Spirit Awards, which were held Saturday, February 27 at 2:00pm PT / 5:00pm ET. Read the full list of winners here!...
by Louisa Brady - February 28, 2016
Film Independent has announced the winners for the 31st Independent Spirit Awards, which were held Saturday, February 27 at 2:00pm PT / 5:00pm ET. Read the full list of winners here!...
Photo Flash: First Look at Hollywood Museum's Exhibit CELEBRATION OF ENTERTAINMENT AWARDS
by Louisa Brady - February 20, 2016
The Hollywood Museum will once again proudly present the annual "Celebration of Entertainment Awards" exhibit, which will include nominees and winners from this season's entertainment awards shows. Featured in this exhibit are costumes, props, posters and iconic images from current nominated and awa...
by Louisa Brady - February 20, 2016
The Hollywood Museum will once again proudly present the annual "Celebration of Entertainment Awards" exhibit, which will include nominees and winners from this season's entertainment awards shows. Featured in this exhibit are costumes, props, posters and iconic images from current nominated and awa...
Derek McLane, Fatima Robinson, Glenn Weiss Among 2016 OSCARS Production Team
by Caryn Robbins - February 19, 2016
Producers David Hill and Reginald Hudlin today announced 14 key members of the production team for the 88th Oscars®, which will air live on Sunday, February 28, on ABC....
by Caryn Robbins - February 19, 2016
Producers David Hill and Reginald Hudlin today announced 14 key members of the production team for the 88th Oscars®, which will air live on Sunday, February 28, on ABC....
Sean Baker & More to Participate In 15th Annual Film Independent Directors Close-Up
by Caryn Robbins - January 26, 2016
Film Independent, the non-profit arts organization that produces the Film Independent Spirit Awards, the LA Film Festival and Film Independent at LACMA, announced the guest speakers and program today for the 15th annual Film Independent Directors Close-Up series...
by Caryn Robbins - January 26, 2016
Film Independent, the non-profit arts organization that produces the Film Independent Spirit Awards, the LA Film Festival and Film Independent at LACMA, announced the guest speakers and program today for the 15th annual Film Independent Directors Close-Up series...
Borderline Films Launches New Label Borderline Presents
by TV News Desk - January 19, 2016
Borderline Films, the filmmaking collective behind such critically acclaimed films as AFTERSCHOOL, MARTHA MARCY MAY MARLENE, SIMON KILLER, and JAMES WHITE, is launching a new label, Borderline Presents, under which founding members Josh Mond, Sean Durkin, and Antonio Campos will executive produce se...
by TV News Desk - January 19, 2016
Borderline Films, the filmmaking collective behind such critically acclaimed films as AFTERSCHOOL, MARTHA MARCY MAY MARLENE, SIMON KILLER, and JAMES WHITE, is launching a new label, Borderline Presents, under which founding members Josh Mond, Sean Durkin, and Antonio Campos will executive produce se...
Cate Blanchett to Receive Spotlight Award at 18th Costume Designers Guild Awards
by Caryn Robbins - January 06, 2016
Two-time Academy Award® winning actress Cate Blanchett will receive the LACOSTE Spotlight Award at the 18th Costume Designers Guild Awards (CDGA) on February 23, 2016 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel....
by Caryn Robbins - January 06, 2016
Two-time Academy Award® winning actress Cate Blanchett will receive the LACOSTE Spotlight Award at the 18th Costume Designers Guild Awards (CDGA) on February 23, 2016 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel....
John Boyega, Brie Larson Among BAFTA Rising Star Award Nominees
by Caryn Robbins - January 05, 2016
The nominees for the EE BAFTA Rising Star Awards have been revealed. The Rising Star awards will be voted for by the public, and the winner will be revealed at THE BAFTA FILM AWARDS on Feb. 14....
by Caryn Robbins - January 05, 2016
The nominees for the EE BAFTA Rising Star Awards have been revealed. The Rising Star awards will be voted for by the public, and the winner will be revealed at THE BAFTA FILM AWARDS on Feb. 14....
Variety to Honor Will Smith, '10 Directors to Watch' & More at Palm Springs Film Fest
by Caryn Robbins - December 28, 2015
Variety will present two-time Academy Award nominee Will Smith with theCreative Impact in Acting Award, presented by Mercedes-Benz,which celebrates his scope of work...
by Caryn Robbins - December 28, 2015
Variety will present two-time Academy Award nominee Will Smith with theCreative Impact in Acting Award, presented by Mercedes-Benz,which celebrates his scope of work...
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