Liv Quintero Is Proof That the Future of Filmmaking Is Here at UVA
Second-year Architecture student Liv Quintero became a filmmaker on a whim.
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Shaking, Not Stirring, Things Up — the Past and Future of James Bond
Even before the conclusion of Daniel Craig’s run as James Bond with 2021’s “No Time to Die,” there existed much chatter and conspiracy about which actor should follow in his footsteps.
She Wrote ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ and Co-Produced the Hit Hulu Series
Georgia Hunter’s journey to becoming a New York Times bestselling author and co-producer of the Hulu series based on her book, “We Were the Lucky Ones,” began with an English paper assignment when she was 15.
Virginia Film Festival to Continue Year-Round VAFF at Violet Crown Series With Free Screenings of Two Highly Anticipated Films from A24
The Virginia Film Festival continues its 2024 VAFF at Violet Crown Series this spring with free screenings of a pair of highly-anticipated films from popular distributor A24 (Everything Everywhere All at Once; Moonlight). The 2024 VAFF at Violet Crown Series is presented by Ting Internet.
Six Must-See Films to Watch with Your NetBadge Login
Kanopy, provided through the University Library, contains a diverse collection of films ready to be streamed by students.
Peter Gould Offers Valuable Insight During a Q&A with “Better Call Saul” Class
Students in the new “Better Call Saul” media studies course convened on Zoom Tuesday morning and eagerly awaited the arrival of a very special guest — Peter Gould, the television writer and co-creator of the show.
The Music Beat: This UVA Lecturer Turns Up the Sound on Silent Film
Marshall, joined by student and community musicians, perform the movie score during the viewing – just as audiences would have heard when the films were first screened.
UVA Alumna Helps Others Break Through the Glass Ceiling
Inspired by a groundbreaking female leader, University of Virginia alumna Shannon Nash is now sharing the story of Black women climbing the corporate ladder in her latest film, “OnBoard.”
This UVA Alum Is Heading to the Oscars – Again
Mark Johnson started his journey in the film industry in front of the camera, but his career took off once he moved behind the scenes. The 1971 University of Virginia alumnus grew up in Spain and was booked as an extra for a few British and American movies, but found he enjoyed his gigs as a production assistant more than he ever liked being on camera. Plus, he admits, he wasn’t a very good actor. After graduating from UVA, he went to the University of Iowa, eventually earning a master’s degree in film scholarship. “I just fell in love with the romance of making movies,” Johnson said. “I never thought that it could be a career.”
Spotlight on Light House Studio
The youth nonprofit film center serves as a beacon of creativity for the Charlottesville community.
A Time for Film: Law Faculty Members Recommend Their Favorite Movies on Lawyering
Looking for a movie to watch on a chilly winter night? University of Virginia School of Law faculty members recently shared their favorite films on lawyering, with picks drawn from history, literature and current events.
A Walk Through Grounds Brought Her to Acting. Now, She’s a Christmas Movie Star
It’s only fitting Jen Lilley’s University of Virginia story includes the type of fairy tale elements that are now staples of her movies.