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- At the TCA Awards, 'The Pitt,' 'The Studio,' 'Sesame Street' Are Tops
NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 21 August) - The Television Critics Association (TCA) announced the winners of the 2025 TCA Awards today, honoring the programming TV critics loved this past year. HBO Max's hit drama The Pitt took top honors, including Program of the Year, Outstanding Achievement in Drama, Outstanding New Program, and an individual prize for Noah... - How DP Larkin Seiple Shot 250 Scenes in 50 Days for 'Weapons' NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 21 August) - It's not hyperbole to say that Zach Cregger's new film, Weapons, is one of the best of 2025, as well as one of the best horror films in recent memory.The story unfolds in the fictional town of Maybrook, where an entire elementary school class vanishes without a trace. What starts...
- Did This Flop Destroy the Mid-Budget Movie? NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 21 August) - We've bemoaned the apparent loss of the mid-budget movie for a while now. Movies seem to be either bloated and monstrous, leading at times to huge losses, or they're scraped together by indie crews whose productions are held together by hopes and dreams alone.Recently, at a keynote given at the...
- Why Did the Duffer Brothers Leave Netflix for Paramount? NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 21 August) - When Stranger Things hit Netflix, it was a complete cultural phenomenon. The world was introduced to the Duffer brothers and their unique voices, characters, and style. But as they prepare to drop the final season of the show on Netflix, they're also looking forward to where their careers will take...
- Could Godox’s New All-in-One Outdoor Flash Be An Ideal Alternate Video Light? NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 21 August) - As the worlds of photography and videography continue to merge together for many content creators, the gear that used to be specific for only one avenue is often adapting to be a solid option for both. The new Godox AD400Pro II Outdoor Flash is an “all-in-one” option that promises to...
- Get Your First Look at Daniel Day-Lewis in the Trailer for 'Anemone' NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 21 August) - Eight years ago, Daniel Day-Lewis did something almost unheard of in Hollywood. At the peak of his powers, fresh off an Oscar nomination for Phantom Thread, he announced his retirement from acting.At the time, his statement was pretty blunt (via Variety):“Daniel Day-Lewis will no longer be working as an actor....
- Watch 800 Looney Tunes Cartoons For Free to Improve Your Storytelling NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 21 August) - When I used to teach screenwriting classes, I'd start all the lectures with a Looney Tunes cartoon. This wasn't because I love them, though I do, it was because they're perfect short films to study. They introduce characters quickly, provide instant stakes, and the worldbuilding is impeccable. I'd tell my...
- What Are Kirsten Dunst's Best Roles? NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 21 August) - It's rare that we have an actress who has been working at the top of her game as long as Kirsten Dunst. She has been amazing on screen since she was 12, and she still turns in incredible performances with characters who just pop off the screen. Today, I wanted...
- The Best 'Super Trooper' Quotes NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 21 August) - There's something about stoner comedies that is just a good comfort zone watch. You know you're going to laugh, and maybe they take you back to the first time you saw them, hanging out in someone's basement. Today, I wanted to gather some of the quotes that always get me...
- Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S Mark II lens announcement in a few hours
Nikonrumors (Thursday, 21 August) - Just a quick update – the rumored Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S Mark II lens will be announced in a few hours. It is strange for Nikon to release a new product on Thursday/Friday, but it has happened in the past. The only new rumor I can report today... - 'K-Pop Demon Hunters': A Lesson in Unconventional Success NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 21 August) - You've probably heard the buzz about a Netflix animated movie called K-Pop Demon Hunters. I was late to the party, but this movie has exploded from Netflix into the theatrical world with a series of sing-along screenings that are selling out nationwide. We're talking over 1,000 sold-out showtimes and a...
- Underwater Camera and Lens Control Has Never Been Easier Thanks to This New ECS Device NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 21 August) - Well, this is cool and quite exciting if you’re someone who’s ever considered the vast problems one would encounter if you were to try to control your camera and lens for an underwater shoot. The ARRI NIA-1, which is set to start shipping here in September, has been highly anticipated...
- A Faster, Slimmer, and More Responsive Ricoh GR IV Still Only Features Full HD Video NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 21 August) - It’s fine, we’re not mad. One of the more innovative and popular point-and-shoot camera brands, Ricoh, is back with a new GR IV digital camera that’s being called the “ultimate snap shooter,” yet—as with past models—video isn’t much of a focus.And why would it? This tiny guy is ideal for...
- Insta360 GO Ultra Announced: a Tiny 4K Pocket Camera with Serious Upgrades
CineD (Thursday, 21 August) - Insta360 has introduced the GO Ultra, the latest addition to its GO Series. The company promises significant advancements in imaging performance while retaining the hallmark portability of the line. The Insta360 GO Ultra builds on the popularity of its predecessors by combining a larger sensor, AI-powered imaging, and longer runtimes... - Will the New GO Ultra Vault Insta360 Pass GoPro in the Action Camera Game? NoFilmSchool (Thursday, 21 August) - The action camera marketplace is continuing to heat up as Insta360 has officially launched the GO Ultra, a new 53g action cam featuring a larger sensor, improved low-light performance, and a longer-lasting battery than previous models.The Insta360 GO Ultra will also feature a 2.5” flip touchscreen, four audio capture modes,...
