Francesca Escarraga

Having A Seat at the Table: Directors Roundtable 2020 | Features | LIVING LIFE FEARLESS

What better way to cap off the most eventful time of the year in the entertainment capital of the world than to get a front row seat to a discussion with Martin Scorsese, Noah Baumbach, Greta Gerwig, Lulu Wang, Todd Phillips, and Fernando Meirelles. Read More

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‘By the Grace of God’: Bringing Truth to Light

Based on true accounts, award-winning director/screenwriter François Ozon took the time to accurately depict the horrific consequences that victims of sexual abuse have to deal with their entire lives. Read More

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‘Away’ is a Beautifully Animated Film About Finding Your Way Back Home

'Away' is the brainchild of award-winning Latvian animator, Gints Zilbalodis, and while this is his directorial feature debut, he has demonstrated sophistication and proficiency in the craft of storytelling and animation. Read More

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Writing to Leave a Legacy of Kindness: Interview with Jason Wright

Fresh from the release of his adapted film, 'Christmas Jars', writer Jason Wright gave us some insight into the process of developing it, the inspiration behind the story, and what's next. Read More

Francesca Escarraga·

Features

The Hidden Gems of Independent Cinema: Safdie Brothers

Before highly anticipated film, 'Uncut Gems', takes the world by storm in December, get to know the madly talented brothers who have everyone in town talking – from Robert Pattinson to Adam Sandler to Martin Scorsese. Read More

How Amazon Studios Pioneered A New Generation of Independent Filmmakers

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How Amazon Studios Pioneered A New Generation of Independent Filmmakers

Amazon Studios' audacious and innovative concept of putting the power in the hands of filmmakers to personally manage the way their content or material is handled and distributed is truly a breakthrough in the industry particularly at the peak of the digital age. Read More

Francesca Escarraga·

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Why the Endless Pitching of Tent-Pole Films in Hollywood is a Necessary Evil

Do you ever find yourself shaking your head at seeing the same saga of films on the big screens again and again? Why do studios keep reviving classic stories or even prolonging franchises that no longer serve the story? Read More

Francesca Escarraga·

Features

Putting a ‘Pause’ to Patriarchy through the Untold Story of Elpida

Award-winning Cypriot writer-director, Tonia Mishiali, brilliantly sheds light and audaciously challenges today’s social issues and norms relating to patriarchy, sexual harassment, and mental health through her empowering and eye-opening masterpiece, 'Pause'. Read More

Francesca Escarraga·

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Surviving Hollywood’s Circles of Development Hell

Development hell is an industry jargon commonly used by key players to depict the extensive process of shaping a material or script into its best possible form before it gets the coveted green light for production. Read More

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Features

Richard Linklater: A Self-taught Filmmaker Who Defied the Hollywood System

Meet Richard Linklater, a man who defied industry norms and became a pioneer in independent and low-budget filmmaking, telling stories that focus on eccentric characters and his real-life experiences. Read More

Francesca Escarraga·

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Our Fatal Attraction To True Crime

It seems like nowadays a copious amount of crime shows, documentaries, books, podcasts, and whatnot has been relentlessly fighting for our attention. But, why? Read More

Francesca Escarraga·

Features

Seeing a Colorful Life in the Monochromatic World of ‘ROMA’

Alfonso Cuarón's latest awards show darling, 'ROMA', is his most personal yet as he delivers a heartfelt love letter to his nanny and all the other unseen people who deeply impact our lives. Read More

Francesca Escarraga·

Features

From Mumblecore to Mainstream: A Look into Greta Gerwig’s Path to Stardom

There’s not a better or more deserving woman in Hollywood who personifies #girlboss and #lifegoals other than triple threat director, writer, and actress, Greta Gerwig. Read More

Francesca Escarraga·

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‘Give Me Liberty’: Forging Your Own Path to Liberty as an Outcast in Modern America

This heartwarming, witty, and introspective dark comedy takes a spin on a road movie – taking you on a wild ride that depicts life in all its glory. Read More

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Features

‘Christmas Jars’: Interview with Jeni Ross

Fresh from the release of 'Christmas Jars', actor Jeni Ross gave us some insight into the process of preparing for the role. Read More

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Features

Unwrapping the Spectacle Behind the ‘Christmas Jars’

Aside from the forgivable sappy dialogues expected of this genre, the film delivered in putting a spin on a run-of-the-mill holiday flick, and most importantly, they did justice to a young female protagonist by letting her grow from her struggles. Read More

Francesca Escarraga·

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The Emergence of Social Impact Entertainment and Its Importance

Social Impact Entertainment (SIE) has been the talk of the town lately, thanks in large part to industry leaders like Teri Schwartz and Jeff Skoll. And that's a very good thing. Read More

Francesca Escarraga·

Features

Double Trouble: The Brothers Who Made the World Feel Nostalgic

It’s interesting how much we know about 'Stranger Things' by heart but so little, or not at all, about the creative geniuses who birthed this incredible dimension. Read More

Francesca Escarraga·

Features

Immersing the Audience in the Psychology of the Protagonist: Interview with Tonia Mishiali

Fresh from the premiere of her feature debut, 'Pause', indie filmmaker Tonia Mishiali gave us some insight into the process of developing it. Read More

Francesca Escarraga·

Features

Racing through the Film Festival Circuit

If there’s any highly anticipated annual occasion that's of the same caliber as the holiday season, it would undoubtedly be film festival season; celebrated not just by the media and entertainment industry but also by film fanatics across the globe. Read More

Francesca Escarraga·

Features

The Future of Entertainment: Immersive Storytelling through Virtual & Augmented Reality

With the rise of Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Mixed Reality, we are given the opportunity to tell more vivid stories and make the audience a vital part of the narrative. Read More

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How ‘Green Book’s’ Rocky Road Led to the Oscars

While Universal's distribution strategy was incredibly venturesome, it definitely kept Green Book's pulse beating up until its recognition on the Oscars stage. Read More

Francesca Escarraga·

Features

Billy Wilder: A Prolific Pioneer of the Golden Age of Cinema

Billy Wilder is a name that instantly comes up in conversation, especially if you're in film school or simply an enthusiast who lives and breathes cinema. His films, achievements, and wisdom have been the foundation of books and the inspiration behind films that have graced the silver screens throughout the years. Read More

Francesca Escarraga·

Features

The Lynchian Dynasty

David Lynch is an absolute gem of a filmmaker, so much so that his name has developed into jargon in the world of filmmaking. His creativity and unique style effortlessly shine through every film or TV series he directs and produces, as well as evokes an extreme surrealism and otherworldliness that stand the test of time. Read More

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