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Jerzy Skolimowski Boxer, poet, actor, painter and one of the most restless directors of the last sixty years, Jerzy Skolimowski has never been easy to pin down. Now a month-long retrospective at the BFI, Outsiders and Exiles, organized jointly with the Kinoteka Polish Film Festival, offers a rare chance to see most of his work on the big screen, from his 1964 debut through to EO, which premiered at Cannes in 2022. We spoke with the season's curator about what the programme in

Kent Jones KCRW Kent Jones is a film critic and documentary filmmaker who directs the New York Film Festival and serves as deputy editor of Film Comment magazine. His earlier documentaries include Val Lewton: The Man in the Shadows (2007) and A Letter to Elia (2010). His latest, Hitchcock/Truffaut, revisits François Truffaut's legendary 1962 interviews with Alfred Hitchcock, a conversation that became a landmark in film history. Ahead of the film's London cinema release, we s

Serge Toubiana From Wild Filmmaker For more than four decades, Serge Toubiana has stood at the heart of French film culture. He co-edited Cahiers du cinémaalongside Serge Daney from 1973 to 1981, then led the magazine as editor until 1991. From 2003 to 2015 he served as director of the Cinémathèque Française. He also co-wrote Truffaut: A Biography and co-directed the documentary François Truffaut: Stolen Portraits. With the documentary Hitchcock/Truffaut heading to cinemas, n

Alain Jessua once described himself "as a UFO" in the French cinema of his time. Commercially and critically successful, yet neither mainstream nor avant-garde, he was a maverick whose films tackled controversial subjects in a bold, cinematic style. Much like the American maverick Samuel Fuller, Jessua followed his own path, but unlike Fuller, his career has yet to receive the reassessment and serious study it deserves. As a result, his compelling and highly original films, i

The world of cinema is often filled with anticipation and excitement, especially when it comes to new releases. One film that has recently captured the attention of audiences is Father Figures . As the release date approaches, fans are eager to get a glimpse of what to expect. In this blog post, we will explore the production stills from Father Figures , providing insights into the film's themes, characters, and overall aesthetic. A scenic indoor location showcasing the film'

The French New Wave, or "La Nouvelle Vague," revolutionized cinema in the late 1950s and 1960s, introducing innovative storytelling techniques and a fresh perspective on filmmaking. This movement not only transformed French cinema but also had a profound impact on independent films worldwide. In this blog post, we will explore the key characteristics of the French New Wave, its influential filmmakers, and how its legacy continues to inspire independent cinema today. What is t

The French New Wave, or Nouvelle Vague , revolutionized cinema in the late 1950s and 1960s, introducing innovative storytelling techniques and a fresh approach to filmmaking. For enthusiasts of this iconic movement, there are several exciting events on the horizon that celebrate its legacy. Whether you are a die-hard fan or just beginning to explore this cinematic treasure, these events promise to deepen your appreciation for the genre. A vintage film projector showcasing the