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🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Who is the director?: Suddenly, Oscars are pouring in for Paul Thomas Anderson

Paul Thomas Anderson, recognized as a directorial prodigy since 'Magnolia', has finally won his first Oscar after multiple nominations for his latest film, 'One Battle After Another'.

Mar 16 • 15:32 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Oscar 2026: The Fall of the 'King of Films' and the Rise of a Quiet Coup in Hollywood

The 2026 Oscars highlighted significant changes in the film industry, marked by the win of 'One Battle After Another' for Best Picture and the increasing influence of independent films and streaming platforms.

Mar 16 • 10:33 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Oscar-nominated ‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’ exposes Russian passivity

The documentary 'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' explores the theme of Russian societal passivity amidst propaganda.

Mar 15 • 19:16 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Electro Theater Celebrates Cult Film King John Waters' Birthday with a Special Program

The Electro Theater in Estonia will showcase a selection of John Waters' early works in April to celebrate the filmmaker's 80th birthday.

Mar 15 • 07:52 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

‘Dara – A Port Harcourt Love Story’ wins big at DC film forum

The Nigerian film ‘Dara – A Port Harcourt Love Story’ received the Best Feature Film award at the DC Independent Film Forum in Washington, D.C.

Mar 14 • 00:04 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Filmed with her partner, her daughter, and $10,000, the movie reached Venice, New York, and Hollywood

A low-budget film directed by Alejo Moguillansky has made its way to prestigious film festivals around the world after being made for only $10,000 with the involvement of his family.

Mar 13 • 14:41 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Cinesesc has the best cinema hall in São Paulo, according to Folha's list

Cinesesc has been named the best cinema hall in São Paulo due to its diverse programming and high-quality facilities.

Mar 12 • 21:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Iron Lung' premieres in Paraíba cinemas

The film 'Iron Lung', based on an independent game, premieres in cinemas across Paraíba, Brazil, on Thursday, including in major cities like João Pessoa and Campina Grande.

Mar 12 • 17:22 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Film That Achieved 12 Million Viewers After My Departure... 'The King’s Affection' Held for 8 Years

The film 'The King’s Affection' reached 12 million viewers, showcasing the successful journey of its producer, Lim Eun-jung, who established her own company after facing uncertainty in the industry.

Mar 12 • 06:44 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Eighty Angry Journalists and Scientists in the Center of Conspiracies. Movie Recommendations Worth Watching at Febiofest

The 33rd edition of Febiofest, a film festival in Bratislava, showcases important films including a documentary on the struggle for independent journalism in Hungary.

Mar 11 • 10:50 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Eugenides Foundation at KINO Athens

The Eugenides Foundation actively participates in the KINO Athens International Independent Film Festival, showcasing the film 'Astropolitics' which explores future human endeavors beyond Earth.

Mar 10 • 07:31 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Mo Eun-young, Chairperson of the Seoul Independent Film Festival, Appointed Director of the Korean Film Archive

Mo Eun-young has been appointed as the new Director of the Korean Film Archive, serving a three-year term until March 2029.

Mar 9 • 08:06 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Director Jung Yoon-seok Wins Best Award at the 4th Korean Independent Film Awards for Documenting the 'Western District Court Riot'

Director Jung Yoon-seok has been awarded the top prize at the 4th Korean Independent Film Awards for his documentary work capturing the events surrounding the arrest warrant issued for former President Yoon Suk-yeol.

Mar 9 • 05:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The United States in Trauma

The Sundance Film Festival took place for the first time without its founder Robert Redford, who passed away recently.

Mar 6 • 15:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

9th Sesc Film Festival opens registration for independent productions in Pará

The 9th Sesc Film Festival is now accepting registrations for filmmakers from Pará, Brazil, focusing on independent productions.

Mar 5 • 17:44 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

BTeam, the production and distribution company that has achieved 41 nominations at the 2026 Goya Awards

BTeam has achieved an unprecedented 41 nominations at the 2026 Goya Awards for its diverse film projects.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
World

Film awards race shows what stories about war West prefers to hear

The article discusses the prominence of two films about Russia and Ukraine in the current film awards season, highlighting the success of 'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' over '2,000 Meters to Andriivka.'

Feb 26 • 18:52 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Interview: 'Beavers Take Care of the Damn Other Animals'

Filmmaker Jim Jarmusch discusses his latest film 'Father Mother Sister Brother', which features an ensemble cast and focuses on family conversations.

Feb 23 • 10:26 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Interview: "Beavers take care of the damned other animals"

Jim Jarmusch discusses his latest film 'Father Mother Sister Brother' and the significance of family conversations in cinema during a video interview.

Feb 23 • 10:26 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

'The Secret Agent' wins Best International Film at the Spirit Awards

The Brazilian film 'The Secret Agent' has won the award for Best International Film at the Independent Spirit Awards, beating other contenders including the Spanish film 'Sirat'.

Feb 16 • 21:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'The Secret Agent' wins Spirit Award for independent cinema

The film 'The Secret Agent' won the Spirit Award for Best Foreign Film at the independent cinema ceremony in Los Angeles, marking a significant step towards the Oscars.

Feb 16 • 11:52 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'The Secret Agent' Wins Spirit Awards for Best International Film

'The Secret Agent', directed by Kleber Mendonça Filho, won the Best International Film honor at the Spirit Awards, an important event for independent cinema.

Feb 16 • 09:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Train Dreams advances in the Oscar race by leading Spirit Awards where Sirat goes home empty-handed

Clint Bentley's film 'Train Dreams' won three awards at the Independent Spirit Awards, enhancing its chances in the Oscar race, while the Spanish film 'Sirat' lost the Best International Feature award to Brazil's 'The Secret Agent'.

Feb 16 • 06:37 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

'Dreams of Trains', the big winner of the 2026 Spirit Awards; what it is about

The period drama 'Dreams of Trains' won the Film of the Year award at the Spirit Awards in Hollywood, advancing its campaign for Academy Award nominations.

Feb 16 • 04:42 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
World

2026 Independent Spirit Awards: 'The Secret Agent' Triumphs as Best International Film and Aims for the Oscar

Brazil's 'The Secret Agent' has won the Spirit Award for Best International Film, positioning itself as a strong contender for the upcoming Oscars.

Feb 16 • 04:17 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Train Dreams crowned film of the year at the Spirit Awards

The film Train Dreams was named film of the year at the Spirit Awards, and is also nominated for an Academy Award.

Feb 16 • 02:46 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Federico Frusciante has died, farewell to the film critic and video store historian. He was 52 years old

Federico Frusciante, a renowned film and music critic, YouTuber, and video store historian from Livorno, has passed away at the age of 52, leaving a significant impact on his online followers and the independent film community.

Feb 15 • 22:14 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Dolores Oliverio, the young dancer who dazzles as the protagonist in La Virgen de la Tosquera: "My mom left the cinema and told me I scared her"

Dolores Oliverio stars as Natalia in the Argentine film La Virgen de la Tosquera, which has been showcased at international festivals and won awards for its independent production.

Feb 14 • 14:06 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Gabriela Sandoval, director of 'A Ridiculously Easy Question': 'We Always Support the Same Movies'

Gabriela Sandoval, an independent filmmaker, discusses her upcoming film that focuses on mental health themes within the comedy genre, which she believes is underappreciated by the film industry.

Feb 13 • 21:40 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Game of Thrones star in new film: 'The best I've experienced in my career'

Bella Ramsey expresses enthusiasm for her role in the independent film "Sunny Dancer," calling it a high point in her career during a press meeting in Berlin.

Feb 13 • 18:36 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
World

The Berlinale 2026 Begins with Wim Wenders' Plea: Keep Cinema Away from Politics

The 76th Berlinale opened with a controversial statement from jury president Wim Wenders, advocating for cinema to remain independent from political involvement.

Feb 12 • 22:47 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
World

Croatian Short Film 'Loneliness' Premiering Soon in Hollywood

The Croatian short film 'Loneliness' is set to premiere at the Hollywood Reel Independent Film Festival in March 2026.

Feb 12 • 15:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Pawan Singh Granted Bail by Court

Pawan Singh, a Bhojpuri film actor and independent candidate for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, was granted bail by a court in Rohtas district after being accused of violating the Model Code of Conduct during his campaign.

Feb 11 • 05:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

'An Ridiculously Easy Question', a Comedy About Complex Human Relationships Filmed with Diligence

The article discusses the new film 'Una pregunta ridículamente fácil' by Mexican director Gabriela Sandoval, exploring the challenges of independent filmmaking and the deep motivations behind her work.

Feb 11 • 02:30 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Mstyslav Chernov's film '2,000 Meters to Andriivka' wins Directors Guild of America award

Mstyslav Chernov's documentary '2,000 Meters to Andriivka' won an award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement at the 2026 Directors Guild of America award ceremony.

Feb 9 • 01:25 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
World

Dara to represent Africa at DC Independent Film Festival

The film 'Dara: A Port Harcourt Love Story?' will be the only African entry at the 2026 DC Independent Film Festival, showcasing alongside four other international films.

Feb 7 • 00:16 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Life & Tech

The Mastermind: Kelly Reichardt's timely heist movie starring Josh O'Connor

Kelly Reichardt's new heist film features Josh O'Connor and is noted for its minimalist style that has garnered praise from critics at major film festivals.

Feb 3 • 13:59 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Willem Dafoe, the actor with a thousand faces: his most iconic and enigmatic roles

Willem Dafoe, an actor known for his unique physicality and intense performances, has gained recognition in both mainstream and independent cinema while receiving four Oscar nominations.

Feb 2 • 22:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
World

Vindicta Opens the Independent Film Festival in New York

The Independent Film Festival DWFNY was opened in New York with the screening of 'Vindicta' by Dominik Sedlar, which received great applause from the audience for its compelling story based on a true World War II event.

Jan 16 • 08:17 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

The January Program at the Kinoteka is Dedicated to One of the Most Cinematic Cities in the World

The Zagreb cinema Kinoteka is hosting a themed program titled 'New York: B-Side' in January, showcasing restored films created outside the typical tourist traps and common cinematic routes, starting with the film 'Rhythm Thief' about a pirate cassette seller in trouble with punk rock singers.

Jan 13 • 14:30 UTC

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