July 2019

The struggle of independent films in a successful industry

On: July 12, 2019

Photo: Independent Films vs. Blockbusters/Marvel/Walt Disney Pictures/Sony Pictures Classics Consumerism and big blockbusters dominate the market When you ask your friends if they’ve seen any movies recently, chances are they’ll mention some of the most popular movies of the year instead of independent films. After all, it only makes senseRead More →

Gender ratios are rising in independent films, but there’s still work to be done

By: Olga C. Scott

On: July 11, 2019

In: Independent films

After years of stubborn stagnation, the percentages of women in key behind-the-scenes roles in independent films have finally moved on. In the period from July 2018 to June 2019, women made up 33% of directors, up from 29% in 2017-2018, and 32% of screenwriters, up from 26% the previous year,Read More →