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How has the portrayal of the Pope in movies changed over time?
How popes have gone from distant icons to complex characters on screen, revealing as much about filmmakers as about faith itself.
Apr 28
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What filmmakers really want to know
I analysed 160,000+ filmmaking questions on Reddit from the past decade to uncover what filmmakers really ask, need and struggle with.
Apr 25
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What filmmakers can learn from Ryan Coogler’s career strategy
From indie breakthroughs to billion-dollar franchises, Ryan Coogler built a career on integrity, collaboration, and purpose. His path is an inspiring…
Apr 22
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Has the way movies use dialogue changed?
What happens when you track dialogue patterns across 90 years of cinema? I ran the numbers on 60,000 films to find out.
Apr 21
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How 300+ film experts say you should build your career from day one
Clear, practical steps that film industry veterans recommend for new filmmakers starting without existing connections.
Apr 18
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What’s the sweet spot for horror movie budgets when considering profitability?
Horror is one of the most reliably profitable genres, but not all horror movies turn a profit. One key factor influencing success is budget size.
Apr 17
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How 'Event Cinema' is becoming a bigger part of exhibitors' audience strategies
How studios and exhibitors are using Q&As, immersive experiences, fan-led moments and exclusive merchandise to transform cinema screenings into…
Apr 16
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Are movies based on video games still 'the worst'?
I crunched the numbers on over 14,000 films to see if video game movies are still the worst rated and to uncover why that is, including whether Uwe Boll…
Apr 14
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Why your film can't secure distribution (from 300+ brutally honest film market professionals)
I interviewed 327 film professionals about what filmmakers get wrong when trying to secure a film distribution deal and then did not hold back with the…
Apr 11
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Nine lessons filmmakers can learn from Annapurna Pictures
Annapurna supports ambitious directors and unusual projects
Apr 9
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What is replacing love as the dominate theme of movies?
What do 25,353 films reveal about the quiet transformation of movie storytelling over the past century?
Apr 7
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What types of horror movies are the most investor-friendly?
Investing in movie comes down to two key factors: ensuring a strong chance of breaking even and identifying projects with breakout potential for high…
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