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THE STORY – Edinburgh, 1810. Teachers Jane Pirie and Marianne Woods embark on their dream of an independent life together and open a boarding school. Their lives are changed forever when a wealthy aristocrat enrols Jane Cumming, her “illegitimate” 15-year-old grandchild from...

THE STORY – In the dappled shade of the jamun tree and the spice-laden hush of her kitchen, Zeba moves like a whisper. Newly wed to Sajawal, a man-child haunted by his own reflection, she seeks refuge in two women: Sohni...

THE STORY – Sakai is the assistant manager at a convenience store, his working days determined by routine. Without any hint of emotion, he deflects the annoying customers and follows the rigid rules that the store owner imposes on the staff....

THE STORY – Amanda and her stepfather, Martin, struggle with a moral issue that divides them. Has Amanda’s mother, Leslie, who is suffering from advanced dementia, lost the ability to make critical decisions in her own best interests? And, if so,...

“The Devil Is Busy” is an American documentary short film, directed by Geeta Gandbhir and Christalyn Hampton, which follows an Atlanta abortion clinic besieged by protesters. Following its world premiere at Doc NYC, producer HBO Documentary Films released the film...

Today, the Sundance Film Festival announces the 2027 edition will make its Boulder, Colorado, debut on January 21st–31st, 2027. This will be the first time the Festival will welcome global audiences to its new location. Mark your calendars for the seminal gathering...

It seemed that when “One Battle After Another” premiered in September, Sean Penn’s despicable, instantly iconic Steven Lockjaw would earn him his third Oscar. As this award season began to unfold, we were told a different story, with his costar...

The Vancouver Film Critics Circle (VFCC) have announced their international winners representing the best in film for 2025. Here are this year’s winners… Best Picture Hamnet Marty Supreme One Battle After Another Best Director Ryan Coogler, Sinners Paul Thomas Anderson,...

THE STORY – At 53 years old, Feng Xia, a Chinese immigrant in Montreal, finally confronts her repressed desire for women and begins a secret affair with a young Québécoise. This adventure brings her passionate love and a betrayal of her...

The 2025 NBP Film Community Awards winners were announced this week on the Next Best Picture Podcast (and can be read here). The NBP Team has also come together to vote on our internal nominations called the NBP Film Awards....