Film
Stacy Peralta on instinct, inspiration and screwing up
Lessons Learned — To mark the premiere of his new documentary on surfing giant Gerry Lopez, the filmmaker and former pro skateboarder sits down to share his unique brand of creative wisdom.
Written by: Liz Seabrook
The photographer shooting the devastation of wildfires
In partnership with Evia Film Project — In Burning World, Gideon Mendel shoots the aftermath of catastrophic fires. Speaking after visiting the Evia Film Project, a developmental programme that took place on the eponymous Greek island, he explains why he chose to explore the climate crisis in such a way.
Written by: Huck
The French anarchists who took on sinister tech giants
Machine in Flames — A new documentary delves into the mystery surrounding an anonymous activist group who carried out a series of arson attacks in Toulouse in the ‘80s.
Written by: Oliver Haynes
Why did the US military create fake towns in the ‘60s?
Riotsville, USA — A new documentary explores the government’s efforts to quash the protest movements of the late ‘60s by any means necessary, drawing unsettling parallels with policing today.
Written by: Daniel Dylan Wray
Inside Nick Cave and Warren Ellis’s creative partnership
Director Andrew Dominik discusses his new documentary exploring Cave’s relationship with fellow Bad Seed Ellis and the musician’s recovery from grief.
Written by: Daniel Dylan Wray
Filmmaker Nabil Ayouch on hip hop’s unique poltical power
In partnership with Curzon — The director discusses new film Casablanca Beats, which centres on a real-life arts centre where young Moroccans use music as a tool for self-expression.
Written by: Ella Williams
Thessaloniki 2022 is celebrating Greek filmmaking
In partnership with TDF — This year’s offering of the documentary festival is championing the work of Greek storytellers.
Written by: Huck
Julia Ducournau is challenging how we think about storytelling
The french filmmaker is only the second woman in history to win the Palme d’Or at Cannes. Titane, the film that secured the prize, is further evidence of her status as a unique voice within modern cinema: an artist capable of balancing visceral horror with profound empathy, driven by a desire to tell high-stakes, human stories.
Written by: Jack King
The underground filmographer capturing protest & punk
Meet Sunny Singh — The Philadelphia local also known as Hate5Six has made a name for himself capturing the hardcore scene – and over more recent years, he’s been ramping up his coverage of the fight for social justice.
Written by: Jon Coen
Can Netflix help in the fight for Palestinian liberation?
Cinema beyond checkpoints — Earlier this year, Netflix released a collection of 32 films dedicated to sharing Palestinian stories. While this is worth celebrating, the behemoth should go further in its support, writes James Greig.
Written by: James Greig