Hannah Lingard is drawn to documentary because there are so many things that need to be talked about. We chat to her about some of them
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Ali & Ava | Authentic, multicultural Britains in triumphant film
There’s hardship, abuse and racism, but Simon Roger Key ultimately found hope in Clio Barnard’s triumphant Ali & Ava
6 days of film at the English Riviera Film Festival
There will be 6 days of screening films submitted to the English Riviera Film Festival in Torbay the capture the scope of submissions
Iris Prize 2021 | 15 Best British shorts in competition
The world’s largest LGBT+ short film prize, the Iris Prize has announced its short list of 15 richly diverse films for Best British Award
Sundown | Tim Roth magnificent in Franco’s challenging film
Tim Roth is magnificent as lacklustre company in Sundown, directed by Michel Franco. Simon Roger Key reviews it at the Toronto Film Festival
Netflix and Wed: The UK’s Most Loved TV and Movie Wedding Themes
An iconic occasion should be accompanied some iconic music. Here’s a list of top Movie Wedding Themes to create the right atmosphere
Cornwall Film Festival | new venue announced!
As the Cornwall Film Festival become Mor Media Charity, a new venue has been announced for the week long film fest
CVP supports English Riviera International Film Awards
Media production equipment supplier CVP is sponsoring the English Riviera International Film Awards, the culmination of the ERFF
Celestial / Connor Raithby directs South West sci-fi thriller
Celestial by Connor Raithby is simply stylish and accomplished with its camera work, atmosphere and build-up of tension
Casting Call | lead roles plus extras
Casting call for actors from 16-20 for a short film shooting in September outside Langport
South West Filmathon: The Sequel | if Tron were a film fest…
South West Filmathon: The Sequel burst out of the virtual world and into Studio 74, the solar powered cinema at the Exeter Phoenix
Plymouth | Local shorts and archive footage at Open Air Cinema
Local shorts and archive footage is getting an airing ahead of the open air screenings in Plymouth from Plymouth Arts Cinema
Louise Fox: “We’ve always been more than a film festival”
As the Cornwall Film Festival changes it’s name to Mor Media, director Louise Fox talks about the organisations scope of activity
South West Filmathon: The Sequel | wealth of filmmaking talent
The South West Filmathon: The Sequel screening has a whole host of varied films tied together by superb talent and vision
Filmathon: the sequel | need a reason to create something new?
After a massive first year the Filmathon is back for a summer film create fest and a screening and networking event at the Exeter Phoenix
Man Down | “It’s ok to allow people to view your insecurities”
Man Down: filmmakers Arthur Cauty and Silver Levy-So talk about their documentary which highlights male Postpartum Depression
Ready | Lois Norman explores time and love in 90 second short
In the micro short Ready, director Lois Norman takes time, love, relationships and hope to create a story of depth in just a flash
LGBTQ Review | extending the conversation of LGBTQIA+ films
The LGBTQ Review has been talking about LGBTQIA+ films since 2016. We chatted to presenters Beth Highgate-Betts and James McColl
Europe’s first-of-a-kind immersive dome in Devonport
The people of Plymouth are invited to Europes first (and the second in the world) immersive dome, in Devonport
Summer of Open Air Cinema at Tinside Lido and The Box
It’s the treat we all need – fantastic cinema under the stars from Plymouth Arts Cinema at Tinside Lido and The Box
Inside the Museum | behind the scenes at Exeter RAMM
Inside the Museum is a series of films offering a glimpse behind the scenes of Exeter RAMM, made by Preston Street Films
ADAPT 2021 | Plymouth College of Art student film showcase
In ADAPT 2021, creativity, resilience and ingenuity are on screen in the Plymouth College of Art film and media degree show
Casting call | musical comedy short needs acting talent
A short musical comedy is a rare beast, and this one from a winning team has a casting call for a number of roles. Check it out
No Man’s Girl | Ethan Menear tackles taboos
Cornwall filmmaker Ethan Menear talks about his short film No Man’s Girl which was inspired by nights out and creates an unnerving atmosphere
Mor Media | new name reflects far-reaching film passion
Cornwall Film Festival is more than a film festival – and it’s getting a new name to reflect how much it does. Mor Media Charity
Big Screen In The Park | Get to the cinema outside this summer
Big Screen In The Park returns to Exeter with wonderful films set in a splendid summer setter of Northerhay Gardens in the city
Brett Harvey on Hand, Parkinson’s and filmmaking
With his short film Hand, director Brett Harvey passed a personal and prfessoinal milestone in being a filmmaker with Parkinson’s
Amma Asante at Exeter’s online Creative Dialogues Event
Filmmaker Amma Asante will be in conversation with Linda Williams, Professor of Film at the University of Exeter for their Creative Dialogues
Angelic Diamonds Launches ‘Wedflix’: The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Themed Wedding
Planning a TV or Film Themed Wedding? Take a look at the newly launched Webflix for an ultimate guide for your unique day
Homebuying: Is There Really a Financially Best Time to Buy?
When you’re thinking about buying a home, consider the best time to buy. Here are a few tips and advice for what to do
Plymouth Arts Cinema open plans + Open Air Cinema
Plymouth Arts Cinema has announced its plans to reopen on Friday 4 June, following months of closure due to the Covid-19 pandemic, along with dates for its Open Air Cinema.
Charlie Higson wins Boris Karloff 60-Second Film Challenge
Author and comedian Charlie Higson wins Plymouth College of Art’s Boris Karloff 60-Second Film Challenge with flick The Hero of Horror
Working with actors | event for new and emerging filmmakers
A free online Zoom event will look at Working with actors for new and emerging directors. Check out the panel and join for free
Marvel’s Phase 4 is About to Start: What to Expect From The Black Widow Movie
Marvel’s Phase 4 promised much, and a lot of that lifting power falls on the slender, strong shoulders of Black Widow – will she deliver?
Roman | thriller evokes dark underbelly of city and characters
Made by student filmmakers during a summer of lockdown Roman, is a dark, chic revenge thriller with a rich backstory, images and score
Ours to Protect | doc follows volunteer lifeguards in St Ives
Ours to Protect is a doc following volunteer lifeguards in St Ives during the first lockdown. Producer Morgan Cartlidge describes the making
Tregellick Rising | gritty revenge in Cornish language short
Tregellick Rising is a short to be shot in the Cornish language and telling a story of redemptin and revenge. Director Guy Potter has more
Cowboys | Anna Kerrigan’s Western is layered with empathy
Anna Kerrigan’s Cowboys takes the traditional genre and embues it with strong performances and inspiring, eye-opening empthay
Colors Of Tobi | love triumphs over ignorance in documentary
Colors Of Tobi is a documentary by Alexa Bakony which follows Tobi’s journey to coming out as a transgender man. Simon Roger Key reviews
La Volpe | Yergalem Carimini short selected for NAHEMI 2020
Plymouth College of Art BA (Hons) Film & Screen Arts student Yergalem Carimini has been selected for NAHEMI 2020 programme
Welcome news that shouldn’t be news | Oscars
Welcome news that 2 out of the nominees for Best Director Oscar are women shouldn’t be news, says Exeter Uni’s Prof Linda Ruth Williams
Popular Tropes in Movies, TV, and Online Slots
Popular tropes have been attracting and inspiring people to film and media. Here’s a run down of what are proving to a draw at the moment