Trial by Fire
The film plods at points, trudging along, and there are a few misguided narrative "devices" tacked on, but still, "Trial by Fire" bristles with anger.
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A Zombie with No Conscience: Trey Edward Shults on "It Comes at Night"
Writer/director Trey Edward Shults talks about making his unconventional tragedy horror, "It Comes at Night."
Outstanding, Black Music: Raphael Saadiq on "Underground," "Insecure"
An interview composer Raphael Saadiq about making the music for "Underground," "Insecure" and more.
Music is Crucial to Every Film: John Legend on "Southside with You"
An interview with executive producer John Legend about "Southside with You," composing the end credits song "Start" for the film's closing credits and much more.
Glorifying Strength: Aldis Hodge and Jurnee Smollett-Bell on "Underground"
An interview with Aldis Hodge & Jurnee Smollett-Bell, the stars of WGN America's new series Underground.
Straight Outta Culture: Sexism in Black and White
A piece on the response to the sexism in "Straight Outta Compton."
The Dissolve: 2013-2015
An appreciation of the online film magazine The Dissolve, which closed its doors today.
Film Independent: Justin Simien
"Dear White People" director Justin Simien, editor Phillip J. Bartell, composer Kathryn Bostic and cinematographer Topher Osborn at the Film Independent Directors Close-Up series.
