Caroline Macfarlane5 minBe brave. Fall forward. After the loss of her brother, a filmmaker learns how to turn pain and vulnerability into courage with help from a colorful stranger.
Allie Leonard4 minFILMS THAT SHAPE US: Best In ShowThrough the characters of Gerry and Cookie Fleck, actor and writer Allie Leonard finds inspiration from the 2000 mockumentary, BEST IN SHOW.
Carl Hansen4 minThe Oscars: DisabledWhile the 93rd Academy Awards includes some victories, opportunities in film for people with disabilities remain few and far between...
Chelsea & Brooke6 minBREAKING INTO ACTING IN 7 STEPSWorking actresses, Brooke Trantor and Chelsea Gonzalez, outline their 7 STEPS to starting your acting career in the heart of Los Angeles.
Julie Ficarra, Ph.D.4 minFILMS THAT SHAPE US: Hotel RwandaAt 16, Dr. Ficarra saw Hotel Rwanda in the theater and the experience would alter her perspective on the world and change her life forever.
Brooke Trantor3 minMULTIPLE HATS: Embracing Multi-Hyphenate HollywoodIn an industry where so many creatives are becoming multi-hyphenates, it can be intimidating to those who defined themselves with one label.
Blackbird Film Festival4 minCALL (CRY) for FILMS (HELP)In 2020, an unusual amount of film about suicide were submitted to Blackbird... What does say about the effects of COVID19 on filmmakers?
Nicola Rose4 minWorking With Kid Actors: A Field Guide for the Uninitiated Working with kids may come with challenges but that's no reason to avoid including them and their unique perspectives on the world.
Christopher Ortega2 minGive Spike His FlowersBefore the mainstream embraced his work, Spike Lee was fearlessly making films that gave many a voice in the darkness.
Lars Fuchs11 minDon't Let a Bad Idea Get in the Way of a Good TimeUnlike other art forms, filmmaking requires a group of people. It’s not a solitary pursuit... Or is it?
Sam Avery5 minADAPTATION (2002) - Greatest Script?Adaptation is one of those films that MUST be watched many times to truly appreciate the brilliance of Kaufman's writing.
Chelsea Gonzalez5 min5 Things I Wish I Knew When Making My First Short FilmAbout to make your first short film? Here are some things I learned the hard way and some advice to take with you as you begin this journey!
FilmQuill Online Magazine1 minIntroducing the FILMQUILL Online Magazine Each year, Blackbird has the privilege of working with many amazingly talented independent filmmakers, actors and creators with diverse...