Film is a powerful vessel and tool for advocacy, making it possible for aspiring creatives to bring awareness to their causes. Recently, many NYFA alums have contributed to films with…
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Native Americans have made countless contributions to our nation’s history of visual and performing art, especially in entertainment. However, in the history of Hollywood, Native Americans have often been stereotyped,…
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In 2024, documentary filmmaking is more prevalent than ever. Documentary filmmakers play a crucial role in expanding our understanding of the world by shedding light on untold stories, marginalized voices,…
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From fictional sitcoms to YouTube channels to documentary-style television shows, chefs and food enthusiasts can approach storytelling from multiple angles. In the always-evolving and dynamic food media industry, chefs are…
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For students, extracurricular activities like football, marching band, and cheerleading can be incredible outlets and opportunities to learn and grow as individuals. This September, communities, and audiences can gather to…
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Mermaids have long since fascinated storytellers, with the first mermaid appearing on film in 1904. This film, simply called The Mermaid, was just four minutes long and featured an unnamed…
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At the core of filmmaking is the desire to tell a great story. Be it comedy or drama, horror, or fantasy, the filmmaker wants to take the viewer on a…
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August marks the beginning of Black August, an annual celebration and prison-based holiday that honors Black freedom fighters and political prisoners while bringing attention to Black resistance against racial oppression….
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From eye-opening films like Blackfish (2013) to emotional narratives told in movies like Bowling for Columbine (2002), documentaries have the power to captivate and showcase the brilliance of humanity when…
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