Every Spring in New York City, Lincoln Center hosts Rendez-Vous with French Cinema. An eagerly awaited festival for lovers of French film. Of the films we saw, Jonathan Millet's GHOST TRAIL, stood out as haunting, immersive, and truly memorable.

Millet has been a photojournalist and documentary filmmaker up till now, and this, his feature film debut, is a spy thriller, based entirely on true events. The filmmaking is remarkable, visceral, suspenseful-- a political thriller that seethes with tension.

With a plot that recalls the best spy fiction of Graham Greene and John le Carre, GHOST TRAIL is that rare film that combines the thoughtfulness of an arthouse film with the dramatic tension of a Hollywood thriller. Add extraordinary performances from Adam Bessa and Tawfeek Barhom, makes GHOST TRAIL something you won’t want to miss as it opens in theaters across the US. Join us, “on the road” at Lincoln Center, as we sit down for a conversation with Johnathan Millet, in INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, starting now.  @musicboxfilms   @laemmle   @InsidetheArthouse 

 

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In the late 1970's, when there was nothing like the indie film scene that we now take for granted, the film NORTHERN LIGHTS surprised the cinema world by winning the coveted Camera d'Or Award at the 1979 Cannes Film Festival. NORTHERN LIGHTS has the feel of an old black and white photograph discovered in an attic. The bitter-sweet story of young lovers caught up in a political struggle waged by farmers against the grain trade, the banks and the railroads, NORTHERN LIGHTS brings back a forgotten era of American history and evokes the austere beauty of the Northern Plains. Called “The greatest movie you will never see," this rare and remarkable film has been lovingly revived by a team lead by IndieCollect for a gorgeous 4K restoration, and is now being brought back to North American arthouses by Kino Lorber. In support of this re-release, we are very happy to welcome co-director Rob Nilsson for a discussion about this landmark film. Join us on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, starting now.  @kinolorber   @laemmle  BehindTheScenes #FilmDiscussion #MovieReview #NewReleases #NewFilmReleases #FilmLovers #Cinema #MoviePodcast #GregLaemmle #RaphaelSbarge #LaemmleTheatres #WatermelonPictures #FilmDistribution #MovieIndustry #FilmBusiness Video Podcast Independent Film / Indie Film Arthouse Film / Arthouse Movie Film Lovers / Cinema New Movie Releases / New Film Releases Repertory Cinema / Classic Films / Classic Movies Filmmaker Interviews / Filmmakers (Directors, Writers, Producers) Film Distributors / Film Distribution Movie Industry / Film Business / Movie Business Behind-the-Scenes Insights Film Discussion / Movie Reviews / Film Analysis Greg Laemmle / Raphael Sbarge Laemmle Theatre Northern Lights 1979 Cannes Film Festival Camera d'Or Indie film Independent film Rob Nilsson (co-director) Film restoration 4K restoration IndieCollect Kino Lorber Arthouse film Black and white film American history film Political struggle (film theme) Farmers movement (film theme) Grain trade (film theme) Banks (film theme) Railroads (film theme) Northern Plains (setting) Forgotten historyLost film Rare film Landmark film

RENDEZVOUS WITH FRENCH CINEMA is an annual festival organized by the programmers at the Film Society at Lincoln Center. And since French films are such an important part of the programming mix, we decided to spend some time in the Big Apple talking to filmmakers We were able to sit down in the lobby of the fabled Film Forum theater with filmmaker Louise Courvoisier to talk about her new film HOLY COW, her Cesar-award winning debut feature. After winning a prize at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival for her short film MANO A MANO, Courvoisier returned to the Jura region in France where she grew up, and started working on a story about the hardscrabble lives of the people who make the region's renowned Comte cheese. Using non-professional actors, Courvoisier's film is a beautiful and moving look into the lives of those who work in close contact with nature to create the produce which ends up in fancy shops and restaurants around the world. You won't want to miss HOLY COW when it comes to your local arthouse, and you don't want to miss our conversation with the film's creator, starting now, on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE. @ZeitgeistFilms @laemmle @InsidetheArthouse #french #frenchcinema #holycow #director #Q&A

When is a Baseball movie, more than a movie about Baseball? As told by director Carson Lund in his debut film EEPHUS, it’s a chance to explore themes of escape, of camaraderie, and of a deep sense of time passing. Named after a rarely deployed curve ball, the "Eephus Pitch,” EEPHUS is set in suburban New Hampshire, where that stubbornly independent New England mindset informs the players as they face change, and gentrification. The film uses a mix of comedy and drama, for both the baseball connoisseur, and for anyone who's ever lamented their community slipping away. EEPHUS is a baseball story that uses a non-traditional narrative, and one that leaves you with the feeling of a lazy afternoon, tuned to the rhythms of America’s eternal pastime. Opening in theaters, having premiered at Director’s Fortnight at Cannes, please join us as we sit down with director Carson Lund on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, starting now. @musicboxfilms #EEPHUS #eephuspitch #baseball @laemmle @InsidetheArthouse #movie #arthouse @laemmle @InsidetheArthouse ​

A new Atom Egoyan film is cause for excitement among arthouse moviegoers. A stylish, self-assured filmmaker, his return to US screens is a welcome reunion for those who appreciate how he uses a non-linear plot structure to explore complex themes of fractured families, voyeurism, and obsession. After several highly regarded early films, his charged erotic drama, EXOTICA was a career breakthrough, winning the international Federation of Critics award at Cannes. His follow-up film, THE SWEET HEREAFTER earned him even greater acclaim garnering two Academy Award nominations. His new film SEVEN VEILS starring Amanda Seyfried, mixes the filmmakers' love of opera and cinema. In it, art imitates life, and this visually stunning film feels like a fever dream that sweeps you away. Atom Egoyan remains one of the most challenging and talked-about directors on the international scene, and we got to sit down with him, to discuss his new film, SEVEN VEILS. Join us on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, starting now. @laemmle @InsidetheArthouse #movie #arthouse @laemmle @InsidetheArthouse ​@inside_Arthouse #atomEgoyan #amandaSigfried www.facebook.com/insidethearthouse

As Tolstoy says, "Happy families are all alike; every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way." And so, it is any wonder that stories about dysfunctional families are such fertile ground for filmmakers. Griffin Dunne stars in a new film, EX-HUSBANDS, And in the hands of writer & director Noah Pritzker, the story of the Pearce family as it unfolds in EX-HUSBANDS, is told with a wealth of empathy and wry humor, making for a particularly enjoyable bit of moviegoing. It’s a great cast, James Norton, Rosanne Arquette and Richard Benjamin And-- Griffin Dunne, in a welcome return to a leading role. He effortlessly anchors the film. Join us now as writer-director Noah Pritzker and actor Griffin Dunne as they discuss their new film, EX-HUSBANDS. Welcome to INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, starting now.

A new movie lands in theaters, called THE FISHING PLACE, directed by the indie maverick Rob Tregenza. The FISHING PLACE has drawn high praise with rave reviews from Richard Brody in The New Yorker calling it, "Spectacularly conceived,” and that Tregenza is “An artisan of the highest order.” Manohla Dargis of The New York Times calls Tregenza, "An Authentic Independent who holds you rapt.” Rob Tregenza has done a bit of everything in the world of arthouse cinema. As a distributor, he brought to US cinemas works by Michael Haneke, Jacques Rivette, and Jean-Luc Godard. As a cinematographer, he shot Bela Tarr's WERCKMEISTER HARMONIES. And, as a director, his films TALKING TO STRANGERS, INSIDE/OUT and GAVAGAI drew so much critical praise that he received a retrospective tribute from the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. As THE FISHING PLACE rolls out to theaters across the US, we asked Rob to join us for a wide-ranging conversation about art and the search for meaning and beauty in cinema. Join us now, on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE. @laemmle @InsidetheArthouse ​@inside_Arthouse www.facebook.com/insidethearthouse #TheFishingPlace

If you like filling out an Oscar contest ballot, you know how important it is to have seen all the nominated films in a given category. For a long time though, actually getting to see the nominated animated, documentary, and live-action shorts was nearly impossible ...even IF you were an Academy member. But not now. For the past 20 years, Shorts International has been compiling the nominated shorts into programs that screen at theaters across the US and around the globe. After starting in just a few markets, the Oscar Shorts program now screens in over 600 theatres, all pretty much during the few weeks between the nominations and the Oscars presentation. This program is one of the highest-grossing limited-release programs at the North American box office annually, so art house operators are looking forward to the February 14 launch with anticipation. In today's episode, we talk with Carter Pilcher from Shorts International, to take a look behind the curtain to see how the program is put together, and discuss the impact a nomination can have on the life of an up-and-coming filmmaker. "The 20th annual Oscar® Nominated Short Films theatrical release, presented by SHORTS, is coming to cinemas starting February 14, 2025. The release, only available in theaters, will contain all of the short films nominated in the categories of Best Live Action, Best Animated and Best Documentary short film. This is the only opportunity for audiences to watch all of the short film nominees in theaters before the 97th Academy Awards® ceremony on March 2, 2025. Join us now, on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE. https://www.facebook.com/ShortsTV, @shortstv @laemmle @InsidetheArthouse ​@inside_Arthouse www.facebook.com/insidethearthouse #bestshorts #OscarShorts

A sensation when it premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, SOUNDTRACK TO A COUP D’ETAT is where jazz and world politics collide. Cultural icons like Louis Armstrong, Dizzy Gillespie, Maya Angelou, Max Roach, Nina Simone, and Walt Disney get entwined in a forgotten episode of the Cold War. This story of the undermining of African self determination feels like a John Le Carre spy thriller. But sadly, it's all true. And that action from the early 1960's is still being felt today, as we see a country again racked by violence and instability. From filmmaker Johan Grimonprez, this audacious film, SOUNDTRACK TO A COUP D’ETAT is now nominated for an Oscar Award for Best Documentary. Join us as we welcome Johan Grimonprez on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, starting now. @kinolorber @laemmle @InsidetheArthouse #movie #arthouse @laemmle @InsidetheArthouse ​@inside_Arthouse www.facebook.com/insidethearthouse

oday on Inside the Arthouse, Three time Oscar nominated director Walter Salles talks with us about his newest film I'M STILL HERE, a film which wowed audiences when it premiered at the 2024 Venice Film Festival, and has the very rare honor of being nominated for Best Foreign language film AND Best Picture, along with a Best Actress Nomination for Fernanda Torres. Walter Salles came to the attention of the international film community with the Oscar-nominated CENTRAL STATION.With I'M STILL HERE, he returns to his Brazilian roots. This powerful film tells a true story from the period of Brazil's military dictatorship. But with an amazing performance by Fernanda Torres in the leading role, it is as much a story of personal strength as it is a testament to political triumph. Join us now as we welcome Walter Salles, on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE. #ImstillHere #FernandaTorres @sonyClassics #movie #arthouse @laemmle ​

You think you know Liza Minnelli But you don’t Behind the tabloid headlines, there is a person. The product of a tumultuous marriage. Someone who had to deal with the early and tragic death of their mother. A performer who had to deal with the expectations of being the child of one of the most legendary performers of Hollywood's Golden Age. In today's climate where nepotism and privilege draw such intense scrutiny, it can be hard to remember that expectation can also be a crushing weight. But Liza survived it all. In LIZA: A TRULY TERRIFIC ABSOLUTELY TRUE STORY, filmmaker Bruce David Klein pulls back the curtain and allows Liza's friends to reveal how she was able to use a coterie of collaborators and mentors to reach the highest peaks of stardom, even as her personal life did not always match that success. After seeing the film, you will undoubtedly have a greater appreciation for this talented performer and complex individual. Join us as we welcome director Bruce David Klein to INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE. @zeitgeistfilms and @atlasmediacorp #LizaDocFilm

When is a documentary about Hummingbirds more than just another educational nature documentary? In the case of Sally Aitken’s new movie, EVERY LITTLE THING, we discover that small things are very big things— and you will be more than a little surprised. Hummingbirds’ wings beat fifty times per second, and with astounding high speed photography, they float like gossamer on the screen, captured like small magic sprites. Terry Masear, the films subject, runs a Hummingbird Rescue and she too, is magical and surprising. No bigger than your little finger, these remarkable birds become bigger than life, as we discover Terry’s care, attention, wisdom, and affection for these little beings. It’s a film that will stay with you long after you leave the theater. EVERY LITTLE THING is big and wide and will leave you thinking about how small acts of kindness, expressed to the tiniest of creatures, can have giant impacts. Join us for a discussion with the film’s director, Sally Aitkin, right now—on Inside the Arthouse. --- Hosted by Greg Laemmle and Raphael Sbarge, Inside the Arthouse is an “insider’s” perspective podcast on filmmakers & people responsible for films appearing on arthouse screens across USA. Learn more at https://Insidethearthouse.com @kinolorber @sallyAitken

It is a truth universally acknowledged that Jane Austen has inspired some of our favorite movies. 

There are the faithful adaptations: Oscar-nominated PRIDE & PREJUDICE, Oscar-winning SENSE & SENSIBILITY. 

You also have more fanciful adaptations like the EMMA-inspired CLUELESS. And then you have the Jane Austen "adjacent" films like THE JANE AUSTEN BOOK CLUB, the hilarious AUSTENLAND, and a personal favorite - COLD COMFORT FARM. 

Laura Piani's JANE AUSTEN WRECKED MY LIFE is squarely in this last category. And it is a most welcome addition to the club. A beguiling Camille Rutherford stars as a desperately single Parisian bookseller, who feels that she has lost her chance at love. But when she is invited to participate in a writer's retreat in England, she finds herself tossed into an Austen-esque situation, juggling the affection of two suitors, and trying to find a way to stay true to herself.

A hit at the Toronto International Film Festival, JANE AUSTEN WRECKED MY LIFE is now opening in theatres across the US.

 

Join us for a discussion with the film's writer and director, Laura Piani, on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, starting now...

 

 

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In the 90's, most indie filmmakers would have just given up if their debut feature was rejected by Sundance. But not Dan Mirvish. Combining forces with a number of other "rejectees," they went rogue and started the Slamdance Film Festival, garnering attention for their films even as they earned the ire of Robert Redford. Mirvish went on to successfully self-distribute that debut film, OMAHA: THE MOVIE, plus several more over the years, including 18 1/2, a film about the 18 and a 1/2 minutes missing from the Nixon tapes which he shot during the pandemic. A true renegade, Dan is the embodiment of a filmmaker who won't give up on his film. Listen and learn from the rest of our conversation with Dan Mirvish, on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE ----- Hosted by Greg Laemmle and Raphael Sbarge, INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE is an “insider’s” perspective podcast on filmmakers & people responsible for films appearing on arthouse screens across USA. Learn more at Insidethearthouse.com

Movies are often compared to dreams. In the case of Mauro Delpero's new film, VERMIGLIO -- we hear how the story was inspired by a dream and a nighttime visitation from her father. Delpero’s beautiful movie explores a moment in history when World War II loomed large against this Alpine Village -- a distant, but constant threat. One day a deserted soldier arrives and the dynamics of one family and the village are forever changed. Quietly and powerfully, with searing landscapes and cinematography, this is a deeply personal story that will stay with you long after you leave the theater. It’s also a tender and intimate portrait of the woman in this small community, with every detail considered with care. A prize winner at the 2024 Venice Film Festival, VERMIGLIO has also received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Foreign Language Film, and has been shortlisted by the Academy for the 2025 Best International Feature award. Please join us as we welcome filmmaker Maura Delpero to INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE. Starting now!

The filmmaking duo of Michael Dweck and Gregory Kershaw have taken us from the Long Island stock car racetrack featured in THE LAST RACE, to the oak forests of the Piedmont region of Italy in the Oscar-nominated THE TRUFFLE HUNTERS. Their continuing exploration of tight knit subcultures fighting to maintain their place in a rapidly changing world turns next to the plains of Argentina and the community of gauchos who maintain a strong connection to their traditional ways, along with a profound relationship with their environment. Their latest film, GAUCHO GAUCHO, merges the authenticity and immediacy of verite filmmaking with an operatic flair that results in a cinematic language that defies comparison. Join us as we sit down with Michael and Gregory, Inside the Arthouse.

LOS FRIKIS is the new film from co-directors Tyler Nilson and Michael Schwartz, creators of the 2019 sleeper hit, THE PEANUT BUTTER FALCON. LOS FRIKIS is a powerful coming of age story inspired by the true event of a group of punk rock iconoclasts defying the oppression of Castro's rule in 1990's Cuba. Led by budding international star, Adria Arjona, the film is a kind of update on DOCTOR ZHIVAGO, weaving a tale where passion, love and art stand in defiance of politics. Join us as we talk with Tyler and Michael about their two films, the pleasures and perils of self distribution, and the importance of believing in your work even - and especially - when the industry is telling you to move on. We start with a clip from THE PEANUT BUTTER FALCON, a film which has a connection to the history of Laemmle Theaters. Join us for a fascinating conversation on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE! #indiecinema #arthouse #cinema #film

Cassavetes! 50th Anniversary of A Women Under the Influence with Indie Insider Jeff Lipsky by Inside the Arthouse

Amidst the chaos and destruction of the brutal Russian invasion of Ukraine, three artists defiantly find inspiration and beauty as they defend their culture and their country. Winner of the 2024 Sundance Grand Jury Prize, PORCELAIN WAR is the most decorated documentary feature of the year. In a war waged by professional soldiers against ordinary civilians, as devastation ravages their homeland, three artists choose to stay behind, armed with their art, their cameras, and, for the first time in their lives, their guns. A stunning tribute to the resilience of the human spirit, embodying the enduring hope and passion of ordinary people living through extraordinary circumstances. Join us, and the film's Co-director Brendon Ballomo as we hear the extraordinary story behind the film, how he smuggled in cameras and worked remotely to get this film made. You won’t want to miss it—right now, on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE.

Sometimes, it takes a documentary filmmaker a while to get to the essence of the story they are trying to tell. In the case of SABBATH QUEEN, filmmaker Sandi DuBowski needed 21 years to really get a handle on his central character, Amichai Lau-Lavie, and Amichai's journey from being the son of a Holocaust survivor and the nephew of the chief rabbi of Israel to his transformation into using his radical drag queen persona of Haddassah Gold, a Hungarian-accented widow in a blond wig— to ask the big questions: What does it mean to be a Jew? Where are the boundaries? What are the implications of turning from tradition? Following up on his landmark 2001 documentary, TREMBLING BEFORE GOD, Sandi DuBowski has created a film where through Amichai's journey, he asks the questions we all must face, regardless of our faith, Who we are. and who we will be. As SABBATH QUEEN gets ready to open in Los Angeles following a successful run in New York— The NY Times Critics Pick, rave reviews, sold out shows— and in advance of its roll out to arthouses across the country, we welcome filmmaker Sandi DuBowski INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE for a conversation about his critically acclaimed film, and the role that it can play in healing a divided world.

At a time when many are worried about the theatrical exhibition of small independent films in a post-pandemic world, one film shocked everyone in the industry by showing that an offbeat film backed by a creative distribution strategy can still work to get butts in seats. HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS was unable to land a distribution offer after several successful festival screenings. But the team behind the film - convinced that their quirky comedy would draw ticket buyers - went ahead with a plan to release the film themselves. And with an ad spend that wouldn't even cover the sticker price of a luxury car, they managed to gross over half a million dollars, while also achieving a 97% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Even more remarkable, more than half of their box office came AFTER the film landed on streaming platforms. In this episode of INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, we get to talk with Kurt Ravenwood. The producer of HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS, and the marketing genius who believed that there was a way to connect with audiences, and plowed a path to success.

This week on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, we discuss the One Hundred year anniversary of Arthouse film with professor, historian, author and Academy Film Scholar, Ross Melnick. Join us for a lively conversation about the amazing history of arthouse film: Where it started, how far it's come, and where is it today. Greg Laemmle, CEO of Laemmle Theatres, third generation arthouse theater owner, adds his perspective, as we explore the last century-- and then consider the future of arthouse. I hope you will join us for this great conversation!

This week on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, our guest is filmmaker Alonso Ruizpalacios. His new film, LA COCINA, takes us behind the scenes at a Times Square restaurant, illuminating the lives of the invisible class of people who prepare and serve our meals -- while chasing the American dream. The ensemble cast, including two time Academy Award nominee Rooney Mara, deliver stunning performances, in this beautifully shot film.

MOST PEOPLE DIE ON SUNDAYS may be the quirkiest film you see this year ...or any year. 

Directed and starring Iair Said, and asking the big question: when “ordinary people’’-- not extraordinary people-- die? What happens to those of us who stay here on earth without them?

Funny, outrageous, surprising and utterly unique, MOST PEOPLE DIE ON SUNDAYS, has a deadpan tone that recalls the early films of Jim Jarmusch.

We follow the protagonist David as he returns home to Argentina to attend the funeral of his uncle. This is a story about how people go through a "mourning moment" as they try to survive, with a pain that will transform their lives forever.

As an actor, Said has a sad sack quality of classic screen comics like Buster Keaton and Jacques Tati. And the rest of the cast plays off of Said perfectly. A sensation when it premiered in the Acid Section at Cannes, MOST PEOPLE DIE ON SUNDAYS is a comic gem that is truly worth searching out.

 

Join us for a conversation with filmmaker Iair Said, on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, starting now…

 

 

 

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What if Alfred Hitchcock decided -- from beyond the grave -- to take us on a guided tour through his remarkable body of work?What if he were able to tell his story in the first person? Celebrated Irish-Scottish filmmaker Mark Cousins, the director of the landmark series, THE STORY OF FILM, takes us just such a journey in his new film MY NAME IS ALFRED HITCHCOCK, providing new insights on one of the most iconic filmmakers of all time.

UNION-Documentary This podcast discusses Union, a documentary about labor and unionization efforts at Amazon, with directors Stephen Maing and Brett Story. The filmmakers share insights into capturing the stories of Amazon workers and the challenges they face in organizing against the company’s anti-union efforts. They also explore broader themes of corporate power, worker exploitation, and the fight for labor rights, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the human struggles behind the labor movement at one of the world’s largest corporations.

Welcome to Inside the Arthouse, this week we sit down with Nora Fingscheidt, the visionary director behind the highly anticipated film The Outrun. She shares a behind-the-scenes look at her creative process, the inspiration for adapting Amy Liptrot’s acclaimed memoir into a visually stunning and emotionally powerful film, and the challenges of bringing complex characters and landscapes to life on screen. We also dive deep into the themes of isolation, recovery, and the healing power of nature that define The Outrun. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with one of today’s most exciting filmmakers. Don’t miss this insightful discussion for film lovers and storytellers alike! 0:00 - start 1:20 - Raphael's Impactful First Viewing 9:00 - the layers of the film 11:40 - Nora's Colorful Approach to Reading the Memoir 17:38 - Nora Careful Approach of Using Actual Locations and Set Pieces 23:00 - Directing Saoirse's performance of being intoxicated 31:51 - Nora's Directing Superpower

This week on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, we speak with two time Academy Award nominee, Rick Goldsmith, to discuss his new film STRIPPED FOR PARTS: AMERICAN JOURNALISM ON THE BRINK, opening in theaters Friday! It is opening in theaters this week, and is a thought provoking documentary that plays like a thriller-- and a story of capitalism run amok. You will find yourself leaning in to try to understand a story almost too wild to imagine. Goldsmith uncovers information that that U.S. newspapers are being gobbled up, and cannibalized by a New York hedge fund, eager to prey on a vulnerable asset. But--journalism is at stake, one of the foundational elements holding our democracy to account, and the reporters and editors who usually tell the story, become the story. It’s really fascinating. This is a well told and expertly crafted documentary that rings the bell— and must be seen. I hope you will join Greg Laemmle and me as we get to discuss this remarkable doc with its director on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE. ------------------------------- Hosted by Greg Laemmle, President of Laemmle Theatres, and Emmy award winning director, and actor Raphael Sbarge, Inside the Arthouse is an “insider’s” perspective on filmmakers and people responsible for films appearing on arthouse screens across USA.

Welcome back to Inside the Arthouse! Today, we’re diving into Prey for Rock & Roll, a gritty indie film that hits all the right notes with the writer, the director and the inspiration for it all! Released in 2003 and starring Gina Gershon, this film follows an all-female band trying to make it in the tough LA music scene. It’s raw, real, and full of passion, exploring the highs and lows of chasing the rock ‘n’ roll dream. Stick around as we dig into the music, the story, and why this film deserves a second look. Join Greg Laemmle and Raphael Sbarge as they go Inside the Arthouse with Alex Steyermark, Cheri Lovedog, & Robin Shushan. ------------------------------- Hosted by Greg Laemmle, President of Laemmle Theatres, and Emmy award winning director, and actor Raphael Sbarge, Inside the Arthouse is an “insider’s” perspective on filmmakers and people responsible for films appearing on arthouse screens across USA.

INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE interviews the director and screenwriter of PARADISE IS BURNING, now in theaters. Greg Laemmle and Raphael Sbarge interview Mika Gustafson and Alexander Ohrstrand about their remarkable film, winner of the Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival.

Stephen Soucy discusses his upcoming documentary on James Ivory & Ismail Merchant: the legendary production behind The Remains of the Day, Howards' End, A Room with a View & much much more. Join Greg Laemmle and Raphael Sbarge as they hear about what it was like on set and reflect on the impact made by these legendary filmmakers. ------ 0:00 - start 1:00 - The story behind meeting James Ivory and creating the doc 8:30 - the short film that inspired the documentary 13:22 - Merchant Ivory's complicated relationship 15:00 - Call Me by Your Name and first loves 22:00 - Merchant Ivory films pushed people to their Limits & the DIY Qualities 34:12 - BTS stories on casting Anthony Hopkins in Howards' End 50:00 - The personal complications behind Remains of the Day 1:05:00 - James Ivory's trusting directorial leadership 1:18:33 - The documentary celebrating the legacy of Merchant Ivory --------- Hosted by Greg Laemmle, President of Laemmle Theatres, and Emmy award winning director, and actor Raphael Sbarge, Inside the Arthouse is an “insider’s” perspective on filmmakers and people responsible for films appearing on arthouse screens across USA.

Introducing Inside the Arthouse. Hosted by Greg Laemmle, President of Laemmle Theatres, and Emmy award winning director, and actor Raphael Sbarge, Inside the Arthouse is an “insider’s” perspective on filmmakers and people responsible for films appearing on arthouse screens across USA. Episode 101: Merchant Ivory: A Conversation with Stephen Soucy, premieres on Wednesday, August 28th. Learn more about Inside the Arthouse at Insidethearthouse.com Follow and Subscribe: Instagram: instagram.com/InsidetheArthouse Facebook: Facebook.com/insidethearthouse TikTok: Tiktok.com/@insidethearthouse Youtube: @Insidethearthouse Threads: threads.net/@insidethearthouse

With a spectacular cast, stunning costumes and set design, beautiful cinematography and gorgeous locations— BONJOUR TRISTESSE shares all the hallmarks of the Merchant Ivory classics that delighted audiences for years.

Originally published in 1954, Francoise Sagan's novel, BONJOUR TRISTESSE was an overnight sensation. But for every rave review, there were an equal number of critics shocked by a casual attitude toward a young woman's sexual awakening. 

In Otto Preminger's 1958 film adaptation, the focus was on the sensational. 

But thankfully, visionary producers pushing for a new adaptation, recognized the need for a woman’s voice and recruited Canadian writer Durga Chew-Bose to work on the screenplay. Having found someone with just the right approach to bring this new version to life, Chew-Bose was asked to stay on board and direct the film as well. The result is a debut film of remarkable depth and sensitivity that premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and is opening in theaters everywhere. Please join our conversation with first time screenwriter and director Durga Chew-Bose, about her remarkable film, on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, starting now…

 

#BonjourTristesseMovie is in theaters this Friday! A revelatory new take on Françoise Sagan’s classic novel, starring @lilliumm @chloessevigny @claesbang, written and directed by @durgapolashi, produced by @babenationfilms. Showtimes:

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Beyond the policy debates surrounding immigration, the human experience of starting anew in America remains a powerful narrative.

BLUE SUN PALACE, a compelling new film from director Constance Tsang, delves into this experience with sensitivity and depth. Set within a Chinese massage parlor in Flushing, New York, the film beautifully portrays the interconnected lives of three immigrants as they navigate joy, pain, guilt, and personal growth.

The remarkable performances of Ke-Xi Wu, Haipeng Xu, and Lee Kang Sheng bring these immigrant stories to life in a real and memorable way.

 Awarded at Cannes and celebrated at the New Directors/New Films Festival in New York, BLUE SUN PALACE is now playing in select theaters in New York and Los Angeles, with a wider release coming soon. Tune in to INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE now for an insightful conversation with Constance Tsang about this moving film, on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, starting now...

 

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If I can make it there, I can make it anywhere. T

 

 

hat's more than just a line from a song. Among art house distributors, it has been an article of faith for almost as long as anyone can remember. Get a film off to a strong start in Manhattan and the rest of the country will fall into place. But if you flop in New York, fuggedaboutit.

But how can you succeed in New York if there aren't enough art house screens in the city to properly exhibit the films that want to open.

 On today's episode of INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, we sit down with Ira Deutchman, a current professor of film at Columbia University and a veteran arthouse distributor to talk about the history of arthouses in New York, the current dearth of cinemas on the Upper West Side, the reasons behind the predicament, and most importantly, some hope for the future. Join us for a fascinating conversation with the NY Indie Guy Ira Deutchman as he joins us INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, starting now...

 

 

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After receiving an Oscar nomination for her short film, THE PRESENT, Palestinian British filmmaker Farah Nabulsi set out to take audiences on an intense, emotional journey into the Israeli occupied West Bank.

Based on real life experiences of relatives, the story lifts the curtain on the hardships and difficult choices they have to make. Starring the Palestinian actor Saleh Bakri in a moving performance, the film follows the character of Basem, a teacher with a buried personal tragedy. Throwing himself into his work, he forms a deep bond with his student, Adam.

Shot entirely in Palestine, told with humanity and empathy, Nabulsi brings these threads together, leaving us with a sense of hope and compassion for a future, even as the present reality seems to offer none. THE TEACHER premiered at The Toronto Film Festival, received Best International Feature Award at Galway, Audience award at San Francisco International Film Festival, among many others; the film has received over a dozen awards!

Join us and our conversation with filmmaker Farah Nabulsi on her journey to make THE TEACHER on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, starting now. 

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Thomas Wolfe's poignant words, “You can’t go home again,” resonate in a new light as writer and director Anna Campbell explores the intricate balance of parenting, work, and a thriving creative life in her debut film, NORA.

This powerful portrait delves into the physical and emotional pressures faced by modern mothers, showcasing one woman's journey of rediscovery. Starring Campbell herself and featuring her original music, NORA confronts the fundamental question: Can women have it all? Can they pursue their passions and artistic dreams while prioritizing family and children?

Often forced to make difficult choices, mothers frequently find their own aspirations taking a backseat. Yet, art, particularly music, offers a vital outlet and inspires us to envision a world where passion and ambition are not mutually exclusive. Join us for an insightful conversation with the writer, director, and star of NORA, Anna Campbell, now on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, starting now.

 

 

 

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As a teenage singer-songwriter from New Jersey in the mid-60’s, Janis Ian had one of the more remarkable debuts in modern music history. At 13 she scored a hit single-- "Society’s Child," about an interracial love relationship, which launched her career. She then began performing in New York City clubs with future legends, and her song writing and singing was heralded by no less than Leonard Bernstein. She would follow this with her biggest hit, “At Seventeen,” and continued a career that has spanned five decades. Winning Grammys while overcoming significant personal obstacles and producing an indelible body of music that has earned her a devoted following and critical acclaim. JANIS IAN: BREAKING THE SILENCE is a new movie about her extraordinary life, directed by Varda Bar-Kar and which lands in theaters this week. It includes interviews with Ian and her collaborators, along with Arlo Guthrie, Joan Baez, Lily Tomlin, Jean Smart, among others. This remarkable portrait uses Ian's songbook and her turbulent life story to capture a portrait of an artist and her songs that personified a generation of American women. Join us as we sit down with the director on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, starting now…  @therealjanisian1430   @GreenwichEntertainment   @laemmle  #JanisIan #janisIanBreakingTheSilence #movies #movietheaters #arthouse #cinema #documentary https://bit.ly/JanisIanMovie

What happens when a photograph, a home movie, or an audio tape is your only link to a family member you never knew?

This is the question at the heart of A PHOTOGRAPHIC MEMORY, a deeply personal documentary that follows journalist Rachel Seed on a multi-year journey to connect with her mother, Sheila Turner-Seed, who died when Rachel was just 18 months old.

The discovery of a rich archive of her mother's work becomes the catalyst for Rachel's investigation. Sheila was a trailblazing photojournalist whose work not only stands on its own but is also preserved in her recorded interviews with photography legends like Henri Cartier-Bresson, Cecil Beaton, and Gordon Parks.



As Rachel delves into this treasure trove of images and sounds, a conversation between mother and daughter begins to unfold across time. A PHOTOGRAPHIC MEMORY is a poignant exploration of universal themes like memory, grief, and the enduring power of legacy. This genre-bending film offers a haunting and delightful look at how we piece together the stories of those we've lost.

Winner of the Truer than Fiction Award at the 2025 Independent Spirit Awards, A PHOTOGRAPHIC MEMORY is a testament to the power of film to bridge the gap between past and present.

To learn more about the decade-long journey to create this remarkable film, join our conversation with filmmaker Rachel Seed on INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, starting now.

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Directed by Fawzia Mirza, staring Amrit Kaur ("The Sex Lives of College Girls") and Nimra Bucha ("Polite Society") in a story that weaves together the lives of a distant mother and daughter across two different eras, connected by their shared love for Bollywood. The narrative follows Azra (Kaur), a queer South Asian graduate student in Toronto, who, following a family tragedy, embarks on a journey through her mother's past in 1969 Karachi and her own upbringing in rural Canada.Having premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, playing SXSW and many others, Fawzi Mirza’s luminous debut feature film, THE QUEEN OF MY DREAMS, opens in theaters exploding with color and sound.Set against the rich, stylish backdrop of 1969 Pakistan, THE QUEEN OF MY DREAMS is a mother-daughter dramedy that time travels between generations to explore themes of cultural identity and family expectations.At the center of the story is actress Amrit Kaur, who delivers an award-winning performance in dual roles as both mother and daughter—each navigating their own path between tradition and transformation.Evoking the bold colors of classic Bollywood, THE QUEEN OF MY DREAMS is vibrant, emotional, and infused with humor. This is a film that will resonate with anyone who's ever struggled to reconcile family, where they come from, and who they really are.Films at TIFF and SXSW 2025 Bollywood-inspired movies Mother-daughter storiesCultural identity films Pakistani cinema US release Multicultural movies 2025 Family drama moviesAward-winning debut films Best multicultural films 2025 Pakistani-American film Family and culture movies International film premieres US Award-winning debut movies Bollywood-inspired dramaFilms about identity and tradition Celebrated new releases 2025 The Queen of My Dreams movie The Queen of My Dreams US release date Amrit Kaur new movie Fawzia Mirza director Queer South Asian film lesbian Muslim movie mother daughter relationship movies Bollywood inspired film Pakistani Canadian story Movies like Polite Society films about coming of age independent films about identity where to watch The Queen of My Dreams in the US

Looking for a hilarious new comedy film? "BAD SHABBOS," the indie gem that won the Audience Award at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival, is serving up big laughs and a fresh take on family dinner. You don't need to be Jewish to enjoy this side-splitting comedy, just like "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" appealed to everyone!Critics and audiences alike are raving about "BAD SHABBOS," which boasts an impressive 92% "fresh" rating on Rotten Tomatoes. This highly-anticipated independent comedy fills the void left by Hollywood's pivot away from the genre, offering relatable humor derived from unexpected family dynamics.Written by Daniel Robbins and Zach Weiner, and expertly directed by Robbins, "BAD SHABBOS" features a stellar cast that includes Emmy-winner Kyra Sedgwick, Oscar-nominee David Paymer, popular actress Milana Vayntrub, and Grammy-winning artist Cliff "Method Man" Smith.Join us on "INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE" as writer-director Daniel Robbins discusses the making of "BAD SHABBOS," the must-see comedy of the year. Discover why this film is resonating with audiences and critics, and why it's a top pick for anyone seeking a truly funny and heartwarming cinematic experience. Don't miss this acclaimed independent film!

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