Film

NYFA Conservatory: Why a 1-Year Program Is Your Next Life-Hack
June 23, 2017 | Film

NYFA Conservatory: Why a 1-Year Program Is Your Next Life-Hack

We’ve all heard inspiring rags-to-riches tales of celebrities who found their big break by being discovered in malls or whisked away from their ordinary job by a chance encounter with a talent scout, director or agent. While…

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First Day of Summer: 5 Awesome Movies To Watch Before Starting Your Summer At NYFA
June 21, 2017 | Film

First Day of Summer: 5 Awesome Movies To Watch Before Starting Your Summer At NYFA

Are you starting a course at NYFA this summer and wondering how best to use your time before you come for class? Here’s a tip — celebrate the summer doing…

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Entertainment Trailblazers in LGBTQ+ Activism
June 9, 2017 | Film

Entertainment Trailblazers in LGBTQ+ Activism

The entertainment industry has its share of human rights activists, especially for the LGBTQ+ community. Whether for queer or trans rights, these amazing individuals have stood up for what they…

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6 Unlikely Superhero Film Hits
June 9, 2017 | Film

6 Unlikely Superhero Film Hits

Superman was the first superhero to grace the silver screen back in the 1940s. Since then the Man of Steel has had many incarnations, as have Batman and Spiderman —…

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5 Facts You Didn’t Know About Wonder Woman
June 7, 2017 | Film

5 Facts You Didn’t Know About Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman is one of the most iconic superheroes in the world and has a large, faithful fan base. Bursting into the world in 1941, the Amazonian was an instant…

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June 2, 2017 | Film

10 Tips for Making More Polished Student Films

Let’s be honest: Many student filmmakers don’t have the time, money, or knowledge to produce a film of professional quality. Students at the New York Film Academy have access to…

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How to Get Into Film Festivals
June 2, 2017 | Film

How to Get Into Film Festivals

At the New York Film Academy, students in our filmmaking program learn from the best. Starting on day one through hands-on experience, students learn how to write, shoot, direct, and…

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The Best International Film Festivals for Study Abroad Students to Watch
May 26, 2017 | Film

The Best International Film Festivals for Study Abroad Students to Watch

Ah, the joys of studying abroad: new food, new friends, new experiences, and of course- who could forget?- new films! If you’re a study abroad student, definitely take advantage of…

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May 26, 2017 | Film

Middle Eastern Filmmakers You Should Know

Film industries across the globe are growing, and many Middle Eastern countries have a rich cinematic history. For example, Egypt has a film industry that dates to the silent era…

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