Films

Connecticut Out Film Festival Shines Bright in 38th Year, Celebrating Diverse Voices and Award-Winning Films

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HARTFORD, Conn. — The Connecticut Out Film Festival celebrated its 38th anniversary with a vibrant screening and after-party at the Connecticut Science Center, showcasing a stunning variety of films over the course of nine days. This year’s festival featured an impressive lineup of 90 films, encompassing features, documentaries, and shorts, highlighted by nearly a dozen in-person screenings at the historic Cinestudio theater on the Trinity College campus. Shane Engstrom, the festival director, expressed pride in this year’s selection, noting the positive feedback received from attendees. “Every year we strive to curate a lineup that resonates … Read more

"Celebration of Creative Excellence: 2025 Zion International Film Festival Honors Top Films at Historic Blue Mouse Theatre"

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TACOMA, Wash. — The Zion International Film Festival (ZIFF) wrapped up its 2025 event this past weekend, culminating in a vibrant awards ceremony held at the historic Blue Mouse Theatre on June 29. The festival, which ran from June 27 to July 3, showcased a diverse array of independent films, celebrating the art of storytelling, acting, and cinematography. At the awards party, jurors representing filmmakers and industry professionals recognized a variety of films for their outstanding achievements. Notably, the award for Best Narrative Feature went to “Tre Regole Infallibili” (Three Infallible Rules). In the category … Read more

Independent Cinematic Triumphs: Dances With Films Reveals 2025 Award Winners in a Star-Studded Celebration

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Los Angeles — The 28th edition of the Dances With Films festival, known for showcasing independent cinema, concluded recently in Los Angeles, revealing its jury and audience award winners. The festival celebrated a diverse roster of films, emphasizing fresh voices in the film industry. In the narrative feature category, Nate Hilgartner’s film No Choice took home the Grand Jury Prize. The story unfolds around a young woman who faces an unexpected pregnancy and experiences haunting dreams that foreshadow her demise if she cannot procure an abortion. Something Casual, directed by Brandon Buczek, received an Honorable … Read more

"BBC Film Triumphs at Cannes 2025: Four Films, Four Honors, and Rising UK Talent Steal the Spotlight"

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CANNES, France — Four films supported by BBC Film captured attention at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, each earning accolades from the jury. The lineup included three debut features created by UK filmmakers, showcasing a mix of narratives that explore familial relationships, identity, and personal struggles. Joachim Trier’s “Sentimental Value” received the prestigious Grand Prix award, highlighting its sensitive portrayal of family dynamics. The film stars Renate Reinsve, Stellan Skarsgård, Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, and Elle Fanning, drawing audiences into a story of complex relationships marked by unexpected reconnections. Akinola Davies Jnr’s “My Father’s Shadow,” the … Read more