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How To Direct a Short For Adult Swim With NYFA Alum Dylan Mars Greenberg & The Crew of “The Puppeteer’s Assistant”
March 5, 2021Whether it’s long-form or short-form content, there are so many different ways to storyboard, direct, write, shoot, and experiment with film. But how does one ...“For Your Consideration” – How to Qualify a Short Film for an Oscar
January 27, 2021Winter is awards season in Hollywood, the time of year when actors, directors, screenwriters, and other creatives are honored for their work by critics, trade ...Q&A With BFA Filmmaking Alum Raquel Bordin on Her Career in Film Marketing and Showing Her Film at Cannes Film Festival
January 25, 2021Learning how to be a filmmaker isn’t just applicable to being a film director, writer, or working on a film set, it’s also about how ...Q&A With The Academy Director of MultiChoice Talent Factory East Africa Academy and NYFA Filmmaking Alum Njoki Muhoho
December 10, 2020Njoki Muhoho is a lover of growing organizations to support people and takes pleasure in scripting and producing films, so don’t ask her to choose ...An Open Letter to NYFA Students From Peter Rainer – You Can Make This Your Opportunity
July 8, 2020Here in Los Angeles, where I live and work, the word is out that Hollywood film production will gradually be returning to a semblance of ...Q&A with New York Film Academy (NYFA) Filmmaking Alum Cody Broadway
February 21, 2020Last year was a great year for New York Film Academy (NYFA) Filmmaking alum Cody Broadway, who added two more trophies to his collection of ...Phase 4: What’s Next for the Marvel Cinematic Universe?
August 9, 2019This summer saw the end of an epic run of films from the Marvel Cinematic Universe ...
6 Tips For Building Your Film Portfolio
March 8, 2019Even with all the connections in the world, and the most expensive camera money can buy, you probably won’t go too far in the film ...Sound in Filmmaking: How to Use Sound to Heighten Emotions in a Film
July 20, 2018The introduction of sound in filmmaking was perhaps the most dramatic advancement in the history of movies. From chilling sound effects and atmospheric music to ...How to Find Space to Improvise in the Filmmaking Process
June 29, 2018Who could forget Heath Ledger’s Joker applauding Gordon in The Dark Knight or Anthony Hopkins’ Hannibal Lecter making the “hsss” sound in The Silence of ...6 Independent Filmmakers You May Have Missed
April 6, 2018Most people know the likes of Zack Snyder, Ava DuVernay, Christopher Nolan, — high-profile filmmakers at the helm of the big budget movies getting all ...Groundhog Day: Our Favorite Binge-Worthy Time-Warp Movies
February 1, 2018Ah, Groundhog Day — it’s everyone’s favorite holiday, from the cute little mammal to the intermittent time travel.
Time travel?! Yes, that’s right: you may not ...How to Learn From Other Filmmakers by Watching Films
January 19, 2018Anyone with dreams of becoming a successful filmmaker has probably seen a good number of movies in their lifetime — in fact, for many of ...How Film School Can Help Your YouTube Channel
December 29, 2017Whether you are putting together a web series to showcase your comedic talents or nurture dreams of being the next beauty, gamer, or film vlogger ...A Q&A With New York Film Academy Filmmaking Alum Jacob Hayek
December 15, 2017New York Film Academy Filmmaking alumnus Jacob Hayek decided to use his NYFA thesis project as an opportunity not only to tackle tough contemporary issues, but ...Star Wars Sequels 101: How Do “The Last Jedi” Filmmakers Build On “The Force Awakens?”
December 15, 2017[NOTE: This isn’t spoiler heavy, but if you still haven’t seen “The Last Jedi” and you want to go in cold Porg-y, er… turkey, you ...- 69th Annual Emmy Awards Drama Nominees Worth Mentioning
September 15, 2017“Veep” actress Anna Chlumsky, “S.W.A.T” actor Shemar Moore, and Television Academy CEO Hayma Washington announced the 2017 Emmy Awards nominees were announced at the Television ... Get Started With Storyboarding Software
July 7, 2017There’s an old saying that goes, “there’s no such thing as a free lunch.” Well, there’s no such thing as totally free storyboarding software. However, ...6 Unlikely Superhero Film Hits
June 9, 2017Superman was the first superhero to grace the silver screen back in the 1940s. Since then the Man of Steel has had many incarnations, as ...How to Get Into Film Festivals
June 2, 2017At the New York Film Academy, students in our filmmaking program learn from the best. Starting on day one through hands-on experience, students learn how ...9 Tips for Writing a Film Review
June 2, 2017Whether you are an actor, a filmmaker or a film geek through and through, writing film reviews can help hone your ability to think critically ...Movies to be Excited About Premiering at Cannes Film Festival 2017
May 12, 2017It’s that time of year again! On Wednesday, May 17th in the seaside town of Cannes, France, the renowned international film festival will kick off. ...Cannes 2017: Best Celebrity Sightings at Cannes
May 12, 2017Each 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 ...Mother’s Day: 4 Different Mother Stereotypes in Film
May 12, 2017With Mother’s Day around the corner (May 14 – don’t forget!), we find ourselves remembering some of the most famous mothers in film. Whether it ...NYFA Community: 9 Great Alumni Films to Watch
April 14, 2017The diverse, international NYFA community is made up not only of our hard working and hard dreaming students, but also of incredible alumni who have ...How to Get Big Production Value Out of a Little Budget
April 14, 2017For independent filmmakers and those just starting out, managing production value can be tricky. You want your film to look and sound great, and that ...National Pet Day: Our Favorite Pets in Movies
April 7, 2017April 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 ...How to Incorporate History in Your Work: Filmmaking Lessons from NYFA Florence
March 31, 2017In the historic city of Florence, your filmmaking opportunities are endless. Florence is where the Renaissance began, a cultural movement that inspired some of the ...How to Use Crowdfunding Sites Like Kickstarter & Indiegogo to Fund Your Film
March 10, 2017Nothing 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 ...How to Hone Your Individual Style as a Filmmaker
February 18, 2017In a time when everyone wants to be the next great filmmaker, the task of standing out can seem daunting. The following are a few ...Black History Month: Blazing Trails in the Entertainment Industry Part I
February 11, 2017Celebrated annually in the United States and Canada in February, Black History Month is a dedicated time to honor impactful people and events in the ...5 Feature Films to Watch for Black History Month
February 9, 2017As 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 ...Q&A with NYFA alumna Jessica Myhill
February 4, 2017New York Film Academy 1-Year Filmmaking Program alumna Jessica Myhill recently completed a short film that beautifully expresses her perspective on studying at NYFA. We ...Lights, Camera, Travel: The Importance of International Education for the Visual Arts
February 4, 2017Through social media and emerging technologies it’s become so easy to connect with friends from all over the world, offering the illusion that the world ...6 Takeaways from 2016: What Last Year Taught Us About Filmmaking
December 28, 2016It’s that most wonderful time of the year, and here at the New York Film Academy, we’re taking a quick look at some of the ...Lessons from J. K. Rowling: How to Build a Successful Film Franchise
November 23, 2016https://youtu.be/ViuDsy7yb8M
With “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” already projected to dominate the box office with at least $70 million in ticket sales, it’s hard ...Technical Tips for First-Time Filmmakers
November 12, 2016Every person dreaming of becoming a professional filmmaker had that same special moment: You were watching perhaps one of your favorite films of all time ...
3 Films About The “New World” to Watch This Columbus Day
October 10, 2016At NYFA, our students come from over 120 countries around the world. So Columbus Day may not be a very familiar holiday for many in ...3 Filmmaking Lessons from Animals with GoPros
September 10, 2016Animals with GoPros may not have gone to film school or won any Oscar awards, but they may have something to teach us about filmmaking.
Filmmakers ...How to Plan an Effective Shooting Schedule
September 10, 2016How to Plan an Effective Shooting Schedule
Given that it can quite literally make or break a production, the value of a good shooting schedule cannot ...How to Write a Killer Spec Script That Sells
August 7, 2016Write first, sell later.
That’s the mantra of a spec scriptwriter.
The practice of writing a spec – or “speculative” – screenplay in the hopes that it’ll ...21 Films to Watch Before Going to Film School
July 18, 2016If you’re about to begin film school, consider this your essential viewing guide. Below is a list of classic and modern films, in no particular ...Fictional Books Being Turned into 2016 Films
June 24, 20162016 has shown no departure, thus far, from the successful trend of adapting social media-exploding, literary best-sellers into ultra hyped, big screen affairs. Consider Room, ...Writing a Film Business Plan: What Should I Include?
February 10, 2016
Film business plans. Whether you’ve learned how to make one in film school or not, it’s likely that it’s an essential aspect of your production that ...How To Find A (Good) Film Producer
January 14, 2016Or, more importantly, how do you find the right producer for your film?
It’s a daunting prospect for any filmmaker, let alone for independent filmmakers who ...How To Market Your Film On Social Media: 8 Rules To Live By
December 30, 2015Social media marketing.
Few words strike quite as much dread in a filmmaker’s heart than these, save for perhaps “film business plan,” but today we’re going ...5 Movies That Will Never Happen (No Matter How Badly You Want To See Them)
November 12, 2015Welcome to development hell. Today, we’re looking at movie concepts that have not just languished for years but decades, but don’t look as if they’re ...How NOT To Make A Movie: 5 Tips Every Amateur Ignores
August 14, 2015Over the past year, we’ve shared a lot of great tips for those who are just getting started with filmmaking as a hobbyist, along with more ...9 Essential Books on Filmmaking and Directing
July 1, 2015Even if you’re at the top of your game or currently getting hands-on at an intensive filmmaking school program, it can pay dividends to do ...5 Golden Rules to Becoming a Filmmaker
June 24, 2015There’s no one ‘true’ path that can lead you to filmmaking success, but there are certainly a lot of best practices that can make the ...How To Find The Best Documentary Film Job For You
May 20, 2015This article is intended as a reference and does not represent a guarantee or implication that NYFA graduates or others reading this article will obtain ...The Best Sites for Green Screen Video Footage
March 13, 2015Using green screen — or chroma keying — is a great way of reducing costs and making your film project fantastic, even if (or especially ...How To Make A Website For Your Film
March 9, 2015It’s no surprise that in an age where everything is accessible through the touch of a screen, your existence is basically void without a website. ...Best Websites for Promoting Your Film Online
March 5, 2015So you’ve worked your way through film school, studied the craft from every angle and thrown everything you’ve learned at your debut film. Over the course of ...How To Make Movie Posters To Promote Your Film
March 2, 2015You’ve managed to give up every social occasion that’s come your way in God knows how long; sacrificed all that income and more sleep than ...How to Pay For Film School: Student Financing Options
February 10, 2015It would be disingenuous to pretend that attending film school – or any higher level education, for that matter – isn’t a costly endeavor. At ...BFA Film vs BA Film: Which Is Best?
February 4, 2015An amazing career in filmmaking often starts with a great education, and prospective students have more than a few options to choose from in this regard. Since ...How to Watch ‘The Interview’ Online
January 6, 2015By now you’ll have already heard the massive furore that was caused by Seth Rogan’s The Interview, the North Korean-lampooning movie which sparked an international diplomatic ...The Best Cinematography: A Look At Slumdog Millionaire
January 5, 2015Slumdog Millionaire was an expected David that became an unstoppable Goliath during the 2009 Academy Awards, picking up several Oscars including Best Picture and Best ...Interview with Five-Time New York Film Academy Alum Tanner Cusumano
December 19, 2014While it’s not uncommon for students at the New York Film Academy to come back to further their studies, filmmaker Tanner Cusumano has the distinction of attending our ...10 Best Twitter Accounts EVERY Filmmaker Should Follow
December 16, 2014It’s a big world out there, and Twitter has got it’s fair share of filmmakers and other movie professionals. You can’t possibly find them all ...Top 7 TED Talks on Filmmaking
October 22, 2014The TED conferences have long been a superb source of inspiration in many areas of human advancement, and filmmaking is no exception. Over the years, ...The Best Websites For Filmmakers: Directing, Cinematography, VFX, Screenwriting, And Much More!
October 9, 2014Note: Since we first published this list of 37 websites over a year ago, we’ve been inundated with numerous suggestions about sites, podcasts, and other resources ...Is Film School Worth It?
October 7, 2014Filmmaking is a strange beast, and there’s no other artform quite like it. It involves the culmination of not just creative prowess but also technical ...Getting Kids Into Filmmaking
September 23, 2014Taking part in any creative hobby with your kids is a great thing for all parties involved, and making films together is no exception. Not ...How To Become A Film Critic: An Interview With Rob Ager
August 11, 2014NYFA: Would you mind telling us a bit about your background and what drew you to film criticism?
Rob Ager: As a child I was introduced ...Interview With Julie Pacino: Co-Founder Poverty Row Entertainment
July 15, 2014NYFA: Tell us a little bit about your background and what drew you into film production?
Julie Pacino: I’ve always had a passion for filmmaking. As ...Gain Film Experience: How to Make A Short Film
June 11, 2014Although filmmaking is a highly technical discipline involving a variety of skills, making a short film is a good hands-on way to learn about filmmaking. ...Interview With Paquita Hughes: Applying a ‘Military Mind’ To The Film Industry
June 10, 2014NYFA: Could you tell us a bit about your background and what drew you to filmmaking?
Paquita Hughes: I grew up in a small town in ...How Can You Get Your Short Into The Tribeca Film Festival?
June 9, 2014Over the past decade, The Tribeca Film Festival has become one of the most prestigious international film festivals for aspiring filmmakers. It’s an honor when ...Instantly Become More Photogenic: Try Squinching
June 5, 2014Let’s try an experiment. Hop on Facebook and look at your friends’ photos. Open up your family album and look at the eyes. Do you ...Print vs Broadcast Journalism: Understanding The Differences
June 5, 2014Journalism began as a print media and remained as such until the invention of radio and television in the 20th century. Journalism that provides information ...How To Get Started In Aerial Drone Cinematography
June 5, 2014Cinematography is the photography of moving pictures, and one of the most revolutionary changes in the technology of cinematography is the move from analog to ...Flipbook Animation: Techniques & Mind-Blowing Examples
June 5, 2014The motion picture industry came into being in the 1890s, and the technology of making movies has changed dramatically since then.
In the late 1920s, movies ...Read Your Way To Success: The Best Screenwriting Blogs
June 3, 2014In an industry based on the ability to write consistently and well, it should come as no surprise that there are countless blogs available online ...Duet Acting: An Inexpensive Way To Hone Your Acting Skills
June 3, 2014An effective technique for actors to sharpen their acting skills is duet acting. In duet acting, two actors pair off and act out a short ...How To Write A Video Game Script: Take A Cue From Literature
June 1, 2014While not all games employ a narrative structure to provide their plot, for a lot of gamers, story is vital for getting your teeth into ...Trends In Photography Over The Last 15 Years
May 28, 2014Author: Brian Dilg, Chair, Photography Department, New York Film AcademyThe last fifteen years have been giddy ones for photographic hardware and software manufacturers. The acceleration ...
Q&A With Brian Dilg, Chair, Photography Dept., New York Film Academy
May 28, 2014Q: What is the first lesson to learn in becoming a successful photographer?
BD: Photography is a highly technical medium, but every aspect of your technique ...Musical Theatre And The Hollywood Inspiration
May 28, 2014Author: Mark Olsen, Chair, Musical Theatre Department, New York Film AcademyIn past eras, musical theatre trends were predominantly linked to styles of music and the ...
How To Calibrate The Physical Expression Of A Song
May 28, 2014Author: Mark Olsen, Chair, Musical Theatre Department, New York Film AcademyTo sing a song in the musical theatre is to move beyond the simple presentation ...
Self-Distribution In Today’s Marketplace
May 28, 2014Author: Neal Weisman, Co-Chair, Producing Department, New York Film AcademyThe world of film distribution has literally blown up in the last few years. The traditional ...
Q&A With Andrea Swift, Chair, Documentary Filmmaking, New York Film Academy
May 28, 2014Q: What is the first lesson to learn in becoming a successful documentary filmmaker?
AS: Story. Story. Story. Tell a good story well—and cinematically—and the film ...How To Edit An Interview For A Documentary
May 28, 2014Author: Andrea Fumagalli, Documentary Alumnus, New York Film AcademyEditing an interview is not ...
Broadcast Journalism: Consistency & Change in the Industry
May 28, 2014Author: Bill Einreinhofer, Chair, Broadcast Journalism Department, New York Film AcademyThere was a time, not so long ago, when it was relatively easy to define ...
NYFA’s Broadcast Journalism Courses: Common Questions Answered
May 28, 2014Author: Bill Einreinhofer, Chair, Broadcast Journalism Department, New York Film AcademyQ. What is Broadcast Journalism?
A. Today the term “Broadcast Journalism” encompasses a wide variety of media ...HDRI: Getting The Effect Of Live Action Lighting In Animation
May 28, 2014Author: Mark Sawicki, Co-Chair, Animation Department, New York Film Academy Los AngelesOne of the most challenging effects to recreate in animation is live action lighting. This ...
Storyboarding For Animation: Q&A With NYFA Instructor Tim Fielder
May 28, 2014Q: Do I need to do Storyboards for my animation?
TF: While storyboards are not an absolute requirement to tell good stories, they provide an essential ...5 “Must Knows” About Choosing A Site To Crowd Fund Your Short Film
May 28, 2014Author: Matthew Ladensack, Filmmaking Department, New York Film Academy Los AngelesThere are a lot of different crowd funding sites out there including the two most ...
Soft Lighting: How To Build A Covered Wagon
May 28, 2014Author: Salvatore Interlandi, Interim Chair, Cinematography Department, New York Film AcademyA covered wagon is a homemade soft light that is basically light sockets mounted to ...
How To Break Into The Game Industry In Three Basic Steps
May 28, 2014Author: Chris Swain, Chair, Game Design Department, New York Film AcademyFirst, the good news: the game industry continues to grow as more and more people ...
How To Make A Film That Sucks
May 28, 2014Author: Michael Sandoval, Co-Chair, Filmmaking Department, New York Film AcademyLet’s say you’re between the ages of 16 and 30 and you’ve never made a film. ...
Review Of New York Film Academy's Animation BFA
May 27, 2014Author: Mark Sawicki, Co-Chair, Animation Department, New York Film Academy Los AngelesQ. What will I learn in the Animation BFA program?
A. The full program will ...Q&A With Nick Yellen, Producing Dept., New York Film Academy
May 27, 2014Q: What are some lessons to learn in order to become a successful producer?
NY: Realizing that this isn’t a 9 to 5 job: it is ...How To Use Different Methods To Storyboard Your Film
May 23, 2014New York Film Academy instructor and filmmaker Abraham Heisler provides an in-depth look into creating the visual feel of his short film “The Typist.” In ...How To Submit To An Audition Notice Via Email
May 22, 2014Author: Glynis Rigsby, Chair, Acting Department, New York Film AcademyFrom personal experience, professional casting notices are well thought out and built specifically to streamline the ...
Q&A With Chris Swain, Chair, Game Design Dept., New York Film Academy
May 22, 2014Q: What is the first lesson to learn in becoming a successful game designer?
CS: Games are playable systems. Successful game designers understand how to prototype, ...How To Create A Green Screen On A Budget
May 14, 2014When you’re an amateur filmmaker or just starting out as a film student, budget often guides your decisions. For instance, unless you have substantial financial ...
Returning to Netflix, Strange(r) Things Are Afoot
May 18, 2022Stranger Things started out as a Netflix Original that featured cute references to the famous tabletop roleplaying game (TTRPG), Dungeons and Dragons (D&D). Since then, ...Obi-Wan Kenobi, The Return of An Old Friend
May 3, 2022It’s a very exciting time for Star Wars fans. Ever since Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith, there has been a clamor for ...Al Pacino: 7 of the Actor’s Most Memorable and Iconic Performances
April 21, 2022When you think of iconic actors, who is the first to come to mind? Now this question can obviously vary with respect to one’s ...Better Call Saul Season 6, The End of an Era (and a recap if you need it)
April 21, 2022Everyone’s favorite shady lawyer is back (or about to be at least). Unfortunately, Season 6 of AMC’s Better Call Saul will be marking the ...Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, How It Was Versus How It’s Going
April 8, 2022Well Potterheads, the time has almost come. In a couple of weeks, the next installment in the Fantastic Beasts series, The Secrets of Dumbledore will ...Halo The Series, A Long-Awaited Adaptation and Why We Need It
March 29, 2022If you’re a fan of the Halo video games, then you know that this has been a long time coming. Originally, the franchise was slated ...Umma, Horror Made With A Dash of Mother’s Love
March 29, 2022Sometimes, there is a very real fear among parents that they themselves will turn into their parents. Apparently, the prospect of such a notion was ...Turning Red, The Next Disney/Pixar Tag Team Project
March 24, 2022In need of a wholesome pick-me-up film? In the mood for that film to be beautifully animated? Look no further than Disney and Pixar’s latest ...Vikings: Valhalla, Historical Fiction at Its Finest
March 9, 2022Depending on who you ask, you’ll either get a giddy sense of excitement or a groan of disdain when you ask someone about historical fiction. ...Death on the Nile, Why Whodunits Can Never Go Out of Style
February 23, 2022Death on the Nile, a film starring Gal Gadot and a host of other actors, Kenneth Branagh, Armie Hammer, and Letitia Wright to name a ...94th Academy Awards Forecast
February 7, 2022Look alive folks, voting for the 94th Academy Awards has opened up. Despite how tough this year has been on the movie industry, some pretty ...The Matrix Resurrections: The Franchise That Did Indeed Conquer Death
January 13, 2022In the year 1999, a film was released that would change the world. Perhaps one of the most iconic movies of all time, The Matrix ...The Tragedy of Macbeth: Another Look At Shakespeare’s Classic And Why We Need It
January 13, 2022There’s something about revisiting a story you know and love that is truly satisfying. For some, it could be the ever-popular Marvel movies. For others, ...Remembering MLK And The Actors Who Have Portrayed Him
January 12, 2022This January, we once again celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day and take the time to remember to reflect on his life and legacy fighting ...Everything Marvel Coming Out In 2022
January 12, 2022Once again, Marvel is looking to take the movie industry by storm with a slew of content that further expands their ever-growing cinematic universe (MCU ...Spider-Man: No Way Home Is Shaking Up The Spiderverse
December 23, 2021Spider-Man: No Way Home probably has to be one of the most anticipated Marvel movies, rivaling the likes of Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. ...Films for The Holidays: Classics, Action, and Horror, Oh My!
December 23, 2021The festive time of year has finally returned. The time where you kick back and get ready to receive guests, conk out on the couch, ...Top Thanksgiving Flicks For Your Viewership
November 24, 2021In the United States, a special time of year is settling in where we visit family or a close-knit crew of friends and celebrate what ...House of Gucci: The Film That May (Or May Not) Have Snuck Up On You
November 24, 2021A film telling the story of the Gucci family just dropped. Naturally, if you’re someone who not only follows fashion trends, but also follows what ...Iconic Clint Eastwood Film Gets Navajo Dub
November 24, 2021For Native American Heritage Month, we have a pretty cool bit of news to share. A couple weeks back, A Fistful of Dollars, starring Clint ...Netflix’s Big Splash In Gaming
November 24, 2021In the world of both streaming and gaming, the streaming wars look like they’re getting taken to the next level. This month, Netflix launched a ...“Eternals”: What You Need To Know Before You Watch
November 4, 2021Marvel season is back, after fans of the franchise have eagerly waited for new content following the end of the Infinity Saga. Since Marvel made ...Dear Evan Hansen: The Pros And Cons Of Adapting Broadway Material To The Big Screen
November 4, 2021A well-known Broadway production, Dear Evan Hansen now has its own film adaptation. The show turned movie tells the story of a high school senior ...The Many Saints of Newark, The Prequel You Probably Didn’t See Coming
November 4, 2021Many many moons ago, HBO put itself on the map by running a show by the name of The Sopranos, created by David Chase. It’s ...“Last Night In Soho,” The Wonders of Allstar Casting
November 4, 2021It may seem like a very simple premise, but it is often an important one to keep in mind when it comes to filmmaking. Last ...“Dune,” A Video Game Adaptation Done Right?
November 4, 2021Dune is one of those franchises in the sci-fi community that is a time-honored classic. Over the years, there have been attempts to adapt it ...Blood Brothers: Malcolm X and Muhammad Ali: A Brief Rundown Of The Bond Between Two Cultural Icons
October 1, 2021Recently released is a story most people are familiar with. For those that aren’t, a documentary focused on civil rights activist Malcolm X and one ...Blue Bayou, Shining A Light On What It Means To Be An “Immigrant”
October 1, 2021In a few days, a film by the name of Blue Bayou will be getting its theatrical release in the United States. Blue Bayou was ...5 Important Questions to Ask about Marvel’s “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings”
September 3, 2021Marvel is back at it once again, with an extensive slew of projects set to release in theaters and their streaming platform Disney+. Among Marvel’s ...The Suicide Squad: What You Need To Know And Insights Into The Movie Industry
August 5, 2021Warner Bros. has not had the best track record when it comes to expanding its live-action DC cinematic universe (DCEU). One can make the case ...Scarlett Johansson v. Disney: Why Scarjo is Suing Disney Over Black Widow
August 5, 2021Over the course of these past few days, Scarlett Johansson has locked horns with Disney in a legal dispute. Johansson claims that Disney breached her ...Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins, Taking Reboots in Stride
August 5, 2021The G.I. Joe movies do not have the best track record, with movies G.I. Joe Rise of Cobra and G.I. Joe Retaliation not being very ...Space Jam: A New Legacy, What You Need to Know and Why You Should Be Excited
July 15, 2021It is not farfetched to say that, for many, the year 2020 was riddled with one turbulent event after another. Thankfully, an announcement made in ...Black Widow: Milestones in Representation
July 8, 2021Before Captain Marvel (2019) was released and the upcoming release of Marvel’s Black Widow (2021), it is pretty fair to say that Marvel wasn’t doing ...Forever Purge: A Series In Review
July 1, 2021The Purge series asked an essential question, which gave life to four movies, and now, a fifth come July 2nd. The question these films ask ...‘Fast and Furious 9’: What You Need To Know & What’s Changed Over The Course Of The Film Series
June 24, 2021Fast and Furious 9 (or F9) is part of a series of films that spans nine movies as well as one spin off film. Suffice ...
Q&A With BFA Filmmaking Alum Raquel Bordin on Her Career in Film Marketing and Showing Her Film at Cannes Film Festival
January 25, 2021Learning how to be a filmmaker isn’t just applicable to being a film director, writer, or working on a film set, it’s also about how ...From the Military to New York Film Academy: A Q&A with the US Navy’s Eric Brown and Michael Kunselman on NYFA’s Division of Veterans Services
January 11, 2021New York Film Academy (NYFA) recently enjoyed virtually sitting down with two of its esteemed colleagues, Eric Brown and Michael Kunselman, to learn more about ...Q&A With The Academy Director of MultiChoice Talent Factory East Africa Academy and NYFA Filmmaking Alum Njoki Muhoho
December 10, 2020Njoki Muhoho is a lover of growing organizations to support people and takes pleasure in scripting and producing films, so don’t ask her to choose ...Q&A With NYFA Filmmaking Alum Somasekhar “Som” Kovvuri on Becoming a Filmmaker, Working With His Wife, and Producing “Freddie’s Piano”
November 9, 2020In 2018, Somasekhar “Som” Kovvuri decided to leave his job and pursue his dream of finally becoming a filmmaker. With a younger son in Berklee ...Q&A With NYFA South Beach Alum Ester Nunes on Life After Graduation and The Importance of Having Fun as a Filmmaker
September 28, 2020Ester Nunes has always been a creative person. Growing up, Nunes would always draft short stories and as a teenager would create homemade videos and ...