Cannes 2017: Best Celebrity Sightings at Cannes
Each May, the entertainment industry turns its eyes to the beautiful resort town of Cannes, France, not only eager to see the film festival’s media offerings, but to see the…
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May 12, 2017 | Film
April 14, 2017 | Film
How to Get Big Production Value Out of a Little Budget
For independent filmmakers and those just starting out, managing production value can be tricky. You want your film to look and sound great, and that often takes a lot of…
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April 14, 2017 | Film
NYFA Community: 9 Great Alumni Films to Watch
The diverse, international NYFA community is made up not only of our hard working and hard dreaming students, but also of incredible alumni who have taken their skills and created…
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April 7, 2017 | Film
National Pet Day: Our Favorite Pets in Movies
April 11 is a red letter day for all pet owners. Whether you’re a dog person or a cat lady or you prefer raising white mice, National Pet Day is…
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March 31, 2017 | How To's
How to Incorporate History in Your Work: Filmmaking Lessons from NYFA Florence
In the historic city of Florence, your filmmaking opportunities are endless. Florence is where the Renaissance began, a cultural movement that inspired some of the most significant artistic contributions of…
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March 10, 2017 | Film
How to Use Crowdfunding Sites Like Kickstarter & Indiegogo to Fund Your Film
Nothing speaks to the independent filmmaking spirit quite like crowdfunding. Not only can you get your project made without relying on traditional top-down sources, but also a successful campaign demonstrates…
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February 18, 2017 | Film
How to Hone Your Style of Filmmaking
In a time when everyone wants to be the next great filmmaker, it can seem daunting to pursue the craft. When considering a path in filmmaking, every aspiring filmmaker should…
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February 11, 2017 | Film
Black History Month: Blazing Trails in the Entertainment Industry Part I
Celebrated annually in the United States and Canada in February, Black History Month is a dedicated time to honor impactful people and events in the black diaspora. And while there…
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February 9, 2017 | Film
5 Feature Films to Watch for Black History Month
As American cinema expands to tell stories from a wide variety of cultural experiences, we’re seeing more and more authentic African-American stories hit the big screen. This goes both for…
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