FILMQUILL
MAGAZINE

The FilmQuill Online Magazine is a collection of short essays, reviews and editorials submitted by filmmakers, festival organizers and film enthusiasts associated with the Blackbird Film Festival.

FILMS THAT SHAPE US: Best In Show

Through the characters of Gerry and Cookie Fleck, actor and writer Allie Leonard finds inspiration from the 2000 mockumentary, BEST IN SHOW.

Allie Leonard

4 min read

572 views

The Oscars: Disabled

While the 93rd Academy Awards includes some victories, opportunities in film for people with disabilities remain few and far between...

Carl Hansen

4 min read

208 views

BREAKING INTO ACTING IN 7 STEPS

Working actresses, Brooke Trantor and Chelsea Gonzalez, outline their 7 STEPS to starting your acting career in the heart of Los Angeles.

Chelsea & Brooke

6 min read

251 views

MULTIPLE HATS: Embracing Multi-Hyphenate Hollywood

In an industry where so many creatives are becoming multi-hyphenates, it can be intimidating to those who defined themselves with one label.

Brooke Trantor

3 min read

147 views

Working 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.

Nicola Rose

4 min read

405 views

FILMQUILL MAGAZINE

FILMS THAT SHAPE US: Best In Show

The Oscars: Disabled

BREAKING INTO ACTING IN 7 STEPS

MULTIPLE HATS: Embracing Multi-Hyphenate Hollywood

Working With Kid Actors: A Field Guide for the Uninitiated

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