On April 15, 2026, Elevate Production Finance (EPF) and Privata Capital announced a new joint media finance fund — one built specifically to expand lending capacity for independent film and TV productions worldwide. The timing is pointed. Flexible capital for indie filmmakers has become increasingly scarce, and the structural gaps in how independent projects get […]
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The 2026 Spirit Awards Proved Indie Film Isn’t Going Anywhere
The Spirit Awards just had their biggest shake-up in 40 years. For the first time since 1994, the Film Independent Spirit Awards traded their iconic Santa Monica beach tent for the Hollywood Palladium, and this switch-up definitely fit the mood. The Spirit Awards exist to celebrate raw, independent, vision-driven filmmaking. This year’s 41st annual ceremony […]
Top 5 Most Anticipated Film Releases of 2025
2025 is shaping up to be a remarkable year for cinema, with an exciting lineup of films across different genres. Jeffrey Ikahn, American Filmmaker and Director, is excited to bring you this list of his most highly anticipated film release for 2025: 28 Years Later Genre: Post-Apocalyptic Horror/Thriller Release Date: June 20, 2025 Watch If […]