Looking for something scary to watch? The New York Film Academy’s faculty and staff have contributed their talents to a range of acclaimed and chilling horror films and horror shows that are perfect for a spine-tingling scare. From striking cinematography that sets an eerie tone to expert directing, producing, editing, and acting, members of the NYFA community have played key roles in crafting some of the genre’s most memorable horror stories Explore these films and TV shows that showcase the artistry and technical skill of NYFA’s talented filmmakers and educators guaranteed to make you jump out of your seat!
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NYFA acting for film alum Eve Hewson continues to build an impressive career across film and television, taking on dynamic roles in both independent and mainstream projects. Most recently, she appeared in Jay Kelly, further expanding her range as a performer, and is set to star in the upcoming project Disclosure Day, directed by Steven Speilberg, due for release this summer. With each new role, Hewson continues to demonstrate her versatility and growing presence in the industry. Hewson graduated from the 4-week Acting for Film workshop at NYFA New York.
Eve Hewson in The Perfect Couple via People
NYFA Alum Eve Hewson Starred in ‘The Perfect Couple’ Alongside Nicole Kidman and Liev Schreiber
Eve Hewson recently starred in the Netflix series The Perfect Couple, a mystery drama based on the 2018 novel by Elin Hilderbrand. The six-part series premiered in September 2024 and featured an all-star cast including Nicole Kidman, Liev Schreiber, Dakota Fanning, and Billy Howle. Hewson played Amelia Sacks, a bride-to-be whose wedding to a wealthy Nantucket family is derailed by a shocking murder investigation. The series blends family drama with suspense, placing Hewson at the center of a high-stakes mystery.
Eve Hewson opposite her on-screen beau, Billy Howle in The Perfect Couple, via Tudum
Eve Hewson on Screen
One of Eve Hewson’s earliest appearances was opposite Sean Penn and Frances McDormand in This Must Be the Place (2011). She later appeared in Steven Spielberg’s Bridge of Spies (2015), and in the romantic comedy Enough Said (2013). Her additional film and television credits include Robin Hood (2018), the BBC adaptation The Luminaries (2020), the Netflix limited series Behind Her Eyes (2021), and the musical drama Flora and Son (2023). One of her most notable roles remains the critically acclaimed Apple TV+ series Bad Sisters (2022), where she plays Becka Garvey. The show earned widespread praise and multiple Emmy nominations, further cementing Hewson’s reputation as a standout talent.
The A-List ensemble cast of Apple TV’s Bad Sisters series stars: (left to right)Sarah Greene, Sharon Horgan, Anne-Marie Duff, Eva Birthistle, and Eve Hewson, via Apple.
Develop Your Acting and Audition Skills at NYFA
Acting for Film programs at NYFA offer practical, hands-on training where students engage in intensive screen acting. Through projects and exercises, students gain real-world experience and build confidence in front of the camera. Depending on the program, students may participate in live monologue presentations, recorded scenes, and industry showcases to build a professional reel. Students also collaborate with filmmaking peers on short films, gaining valuable on-set experience.
On Feb. 13, New York Film Academy joined China Media Group’s (CMG) “Prelude to the Spring Festival Gala” event in New York, celebrating the Lunar New Year alongside UN representatives and cultural leaders.
As part of the event, CMG and NYFA jointly launched the “Bright Future of Humanity” 2026 Global AI Film and Television Works Collection, an international initiative inviting creators to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and visual storytelling.
On February 11, 2026, the New York Film Academy hosted a Lunch and Learn workshop at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton for active-duty service members and military families interested in exploring creative careers in film and media.
A total of 76 participants attended the session, titled Introduction to Screenwriting: Telling Your Story for the Screen. The interactive workshop was led by NYFA Screenwriting faculty member Kelly Larson, whose professional credits include writing for the television series Batwoman, development projects with Nickelodeon, and work with DC Comics.
During the session, attendees were introduced to the fundamentals of storytelling for film and television, including narrative structure, character development, and how personal experiences can inspire compelling screen stories. Many participants were particularly interested in how military service experiences, such as leadership, resilience, and transition, can translate into powerful storytelling within the entertainment industry.
In addition to the creative workshop, the event generated strong interest in NYFA’s educational programs. Service members asked questions about admissions, program formats, and how to use their Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits and active-duty Tuition Assistance (TA) to pursue training in areas such as filmmaking, acting, producing, cinematography, and screenwriting.
Events such as the Camp Pendleton Lunch and Learn reflect NYFA’s continued commitment to engaging directly with active-duty service members and military families. By bringing creative workshops directly to military installations, NYFA helps service members explore new educational opportunities and potential career pathways in the film and entertainment industry as they plan their next chapter.
On January 22, 2026, New York Film Academy Director of Veteran Services Chris Moore was featured on the VET S.O.S. Podcast, a military transition-focused platform dedicated to supporting veterans as they navigate life after military service.
The podcast is hosted by Shawn Welsh, founder and co-host of the VET S.O.S. Podcast, and provides resources, guidance, and practical insights for service members preparing to transition into civilian careers.
During the episode, Chris discussed how the New York Film Academy supports veterans pursuing careers in the creative arts, including filmmaking, acting, producing, and other disciplines. The conversation highlighted the leadership, discipline, and storytelling perspectives veterans bring to the entertainment industry.
The discussion also explored how veterans can utilize VA education benefits, including the Post-9/11 GI Bill®, to pursue hands on training in film and media production. Chris emphasized the importance of mentorship, community support, and access to professional training as key elements supporting successful veteran transitions into creative careers.
Media engagements such as this podcast help raise awareness about the opportunities available to veterans in the film and entertainment industries and reinforce NYFA’s commitment to supporting the veteran community.
On January 12, the New York Film Academy’s New York campus hosted representatives from the Wuhan Institute of Design and Sciences and its Jackie Chan Film and Media School. NYFA President Michael Young and Dr. Joy Zhu, Executive Vice President for Global Partnerships, welcomed the delegation.
The guests gained an overview of NYFA’s hands-on, industry focused educational approach and engaged in discussions on potential avenues for future collaboration. The visit underscored the shared commitment of both institutions to strengthening academic and cultural exchange.
In January, the Chinese Writers Association of America donated copies of the inaugural issue of World Chinese Literature to the New York Film Academy New York campus library. This contribution enhances the library’s collection and expands access for students and faculty to contemporary Chinese literary works.
The New York Film Academy is grateful for this meaningful donation, which supports cultural exchange.
There are some career moments that feel extra special, and cinematographer Claudia Raschke being welcomed into the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) is definitely one of them. For those of us at the New York Film Academy and for any aspiring filmmaker trying to figure out their own path, her journey offers a reminder of how beautifully unpredictable this field can be.
Claudia was born in northern Germany, in Hamburg. She grew up surrounded by cinema – thanks to her family’s movie theatre business. Cinematography wasn’t her first dream, she originally came to New York to study modern dance at the Martha Graham Studio. While in conversation with a fellow restaurant worker who also happened to be a part-time cinematography instructor at Columbia University, he invited her to visit a set and she describes in the ASC announcement, “ It was like a lightbulb went off in my head.”
After that moment, Raschke enrolled in a One Year Filmmaking program at New York University and began filming projects for Columbia students. She worked her way up, from clapper loader to camera assistant to operator and then director of photography..
This October, she became a member of the ASC, a milestone that doesn’t just honor her artistry but also her perseverance in the field. It reflects her decades-long commitment to the craft. ASC membership is extended by invitation only and recognizes cinematographers who have demonstrated exceptional skill, professionalism, and dedication to advancing the art of visual storytelling. For Raschke, joining the ASC places her among a distinguished group of cinematographers whose work has impacted both the industry and the way audiences experience film. It also highlights the increasing presence of women within the cinematography community.
One of the most compelling things about Raschke’s work is how her dance background lives inside her cinematography. As she says, “I can choreograph using camera movements with my subjects; I can paint with lights and sculpt with shadow to create a three-dimensional world.”
Over the course of her career, Raschke has worked on a number of documentary features and series. Some of her most notable credits include:
RBG (Academy Award nominee & Emmy winner; CNN) – A documentary about Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Fauci(NatGeo) – A detailed look at the life and work of Dr. Anthony Fauci.
Julia (CNN) – A portrait of Julia Child, chronicling her influence on food culture.
Particle Fever (Inaugural winner of Stephen Hawking Medal for Science Communication) – A documentary exploring the Large Hadron Collider and the search for the Higgs boson.
My Name Is Pauli Murray (Peabody & duPont-Columbia Award winner)– Highlighting the life of civil rights pioneer Pauli Murray.
Mad Hot Ballroom(National Board of Review Winner for Top 5 Documentaries & celebrating its 20th Anniversary this year), Boys State (Emmy winner), and the eight part docuseries Kevin Costner’s The West, among many others.
Her work covers a wide range of subject matter, like political figures, scientists, activists, artists and historical icons.
For RBG, filming with Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was incredibly restricted. Access was limited and Raschke often had a little as twenty minutes with her. She had to prepare meticulously, consider lighting, blocking, and camera movements to have everything ready to go the second the clock started. Filming inside the Supreme Court meant no second chances.
Beyond her work as a cinematographer, Raschke has always been committed to teaching. She joined the NYFA Documentary Faculty in 2016, sharing decades of real documentary experience with students – the kind of knowledge you only get from being in the field, solving problems under pressure, and navigating stories that evolve moment by moment.
Raschke is also a founding member of the NYC Kamera Kollektive, a collective focused on documentary cinematography. She is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) and has been recognized as a Canon Explorer of Light, a program highlighting photographers and cinematographers who demonstrate excellence in their field. These affiliations reflect both her expertise and the respect she has earned within the filmmaking community.
Her philosophy makes it clear why her work resonates the way it does. As she puts it, “Filming intuitively, honestly and without inhibitions is a journey that requires a compassionate heart and the ability to see and hear what lies beneath the surface.”
Seeing Claudia Raschke join the ASC isn’t just inspiring, it’s grounding. It’s a reminder that filmmaking isn’t just about equipment or technique. It’s about listening, paying attention, staying open, and following the moments that change you. Her journey is proof that your instincts and your curiosity can take you exactly where you’re meant to be.
We’re proud to have Claudia shaping the next generation of documentary storytellers at NYFA, and we eagerly look forward to the meaningful, transformative films she will bring into the world.
The New York Film Academy had the honor of welcoming Nick Hutchison, esteemed faculty member of the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA), to our campus last week.
Mr. Hutchison led a dynamic two-hour workshop, “Whose Shakespeare Is It Anyway?”, for students in our Acting for Film and Musical Theatre programs. Developed with Sir Jonathan Bate, the masterclass explored how actors approach Shakespearean text—examining its origins, the role of modern editors, and the differences between the Folio and the Quartos that shape contemporary editions.
Through scenes including Henry V at Harfleur, a single-letter shift in The Merchant of Venice, Cleopatra’s entrance, Benedick and Beatrice’s iconic exchange, Viola’s Ring speech, the ending of King Lear, and more, students gained deeper insight into how textual nuances inform performance. Many eagerly volunteered to read, analyze, and perform some of Shakespeare’s most celebrated passages.
NYFA looks forward to continuing to strengthen our partnership with LAMDA, including welcoming their students to our summer short-term intensives—and offering our students opportunities to study with them as well.
A heartfelt thank-you to Mr. Hutchison for sharing his expertise, enriching our students’ understanding of classical text, and making the exploration of Shakespeare both accessible and inspiring.
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