Film

African Film: Notable Films, Filmmakers, and Visual Storytelling Initiatives
July 19, 2024 | International Filmmaking

African Film: Notable Films, Filmmakers, and Visual Storytelling Initiatives

African film is a rich and evolving art form that reflects the continent’s diversity and resilience. With critically acclaimed films such as the Oscar-nominated District 9 (2009) and Mandela: Long…

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TV Shows and Movies About Fatherhood
June 14, 2024 | Filmmaking

TV Shows and Movies About Fatherhood

From Danny Tanner to Homer Simpson, the TV or movie “Dad” is an iconic role to play. The early ‘50s and ‘60s brought us Ward Cleaver (Leave it to Beaver),…

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Best Films about Cultural Shock, Experiences, and Exploration
May 29, 2024 | Study Abroad

Best Films about Cultural Shock, Experiences, and Exploration

Aspiring filmmakers worldwide enroll in programs abroad to experience life and adventure in another country. These programs are “significant for aspiring filmmaking and acting students because immersing oneself in a…

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TV Shows and Movies Filmed in Los Angeles
May 22, 2024 | Filmmaking

TV Shows and Movies Filmed in Los Angeles

Los Angeles isn’t just the home of Hollywood – it’s a living, breathing set that has been the backdrop of many iconic films and television shows. Legendary shows like Melrose…

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Recognizing Pacific Islander Actors and Content Creators
May 22, 2024 | Film

Recognizing Pacific Islander Actors and Content Creators

From The Wind & The Reckoning to Whale Rider, visual artists with Pacific Islander heritage, or individuals who identify as Fijians, Marshallese, Native Hawaiians, Guamanians or Chamorros, Samoans, and Tongans…

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Celebrating The Storytellers and Cinema of India
May 13, 2024 | International Filmmaking

Celebrating The Storytellers and Cinema of India

Within the crowded streets and fast-paced day-to-day is a beautiful tapestry of customs and traditions, the city of Mumbai is famously hectic. The Lunchbox (2013) is one of many films…

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NYFA Alum in The Best TV Shows of All Time
May 13, 2024 | Alumni

NYFA Alum in The Best TV Shows of All Time

While the “best TV shows of all time” vary based on personal preferences, cultural influences, and critical assessments, there are TV shows that frequently appear in discussions about iconic television….

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Groundbreaking Arabic Movies and Television Shows
May 9, 2024 | International Filmmaking

Groundbreaking Arabic Movies and Television Shows

From photography to animation, Arab artists excel in Hollywood and abroad with compelling visual stories. Filmmaking and television are significant contributions from Arabic visual storytellers, with filmmakers and directors like…

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movies about motherhood
May 6, 2024 | Film

TV Shows and Movies About Motherhood

In 2018, the short, award-winning film Bao captivated audiences everywhere. The film, directed and written by Domee Shi, follows the day of a woman going through empty nest syndrome, who…

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