John Waters Dishes on His Upcoming ‘Law and Order: SVU’ Episode
The Pope of Filth plays a pornographer on tonight’s extra special “Special Victims Unit.”
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SXSW Film Head Explains Decision to Maintain Festival Competition Despite Cancellation
As the first major festival impacted by the coronavirus, SXSW provides a case study for other festivals to consider. Janet Pierson breaks it down.
‘Crip Camp’: Directors Jim LeBrecht and Nicole Newnham’s Documentary Uncovers a Forgotten History
The directors of Netflix’s “Crip Camp” discuss the state of accessibility and how their new documentary can be its own revolution.
‘Stargirl’ Ending: Filmmaker Julia Hart Explains the Change That Offered Emotional Impact
Hart’s film doesn’t alter the heartbreak of the book’s ending, but as she tells IndieWire, a slight narrative alteration helped deliver some key lessons.
As Studios Postpone Big Theatrical Releases, ‘The Climb’ Sees Opportunity — For Now
As the crowdpleaser prepares for a theatrical release despite coronavirus fears, the filmmaking duo explained why it mattered to them.
‘Stargirl’ Filmmaker Julia Hart Explains Why Streaming Services Can Save Independent Film
The “Miss Stevens” and “Fast Color” filmmaker tells IndieWire she was nervous to make the jump to studio films, but found a surprising refuge for creative risk-takers in the process.
‘The Hunt’ Director Craig Zobel Fights Back Against Fake News, and Wins
Donald Trump tweeted and the right-wing backlash was deafening, but now that “The Hunt” is finally coming out, Zobel has much to say.
Berlin Golden Bear Winner Mohammad Rasoulof on Making Movies Despite Government Ban
The director of “There Is No Evil” couldn’t attend Berlin due to a ban from the Iranian government, but that has only strengthened his resolve.
How ‘Emma’ Director Autumn de Wilde Found Another Love Story in Jane Austen’s Classic Romance
The first-time film director tells IndieWire how she crafted another heart-tugging relationship inside one of Austen’s most thrilling romances.
‘Les Misérables’: Writer-Director Ladj Ly Hopes to Inspire Revolution With His Feature Debut
Inspired by the 2005 French uprising, the loosely autobiographical film is France’s Oscar submission.
How ‘Clemency’ Filmmaker Chinonye Chukwu Turned Her Pain Into the Year’s Most Empathetic Film
The 2011 execution of Troy Davis sparked emotions in the filmmaker that needed an outlet. Eight years later, it became a searing Sundance winner starring Alfre Woodard.
‘Star Wars’ Writer Chris Terrio on Rey’s Parentage, the Big Villain, and That Final Scene — Spoilers
“The Rise of Skywalker” co-writer tells IndieWire about crafting the end of the Skywalker Saga alongside J.J. Abrams, including some of its biggest shocks and twists.
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Motion Picture Retirement Home Resident Tests Positive for Coronavirus
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How to Bone When You’re Alone: 10 Sex Toys For Self-Pleasure During Self-Isolation
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Trevor Noah, Stephen Colbert Digging Deep To Find That Comedy Gold
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Hawaii Five-0 Pilot Quiz: How Well Do You Remember the Very First Episode?
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Kennedy Center Honors: 50 entertainers who deserve to be selected
