The Posse Comitatus Act bars federal troops from participating in civilian law enforcement except when expressly authorized by law. This 147-year-old law embodies an American tradition that sees military interference in civilian affairs as a threat to both democracy and…
From the Brennan Center for Social Justice
Part 2 of An Eye-Opening, Mind-Opening Interview Conversation with Internationally Known Film Strategist Katie Bignell
There are probably other film strategists but do they know as much as Katie Bignell? – Article by Gregg W. Morris
An Eye-Opening, Mind-Opening Interview Conversation with Internationally Known Film Strategist Katie Bignell – Part 1 (Updated July 11)
View this profile on Instagram Festival Formula (@festivalformula) • Instagram photos and videos This article about the internationally known and distinguished Katie Bignell has elements of a journalism feature, journalism profile, journalistic memoir as well as Q&A. The…
SWEET RELIEF Film Review
SWEET RELIEF – available on premium VOD as of yesterday – is an 89-minute, slow-burn whacky horror thriller about an online murder challenge (by Gen Z types) in a small suburban community. It’s director, Nick Verdi, has a rep…
Japan Society Announces the 18th Annual Japan Cuts Festival of New Japanese Film July 10 – 20 2025
All films will be screened at Japan Society (333 East 47th St., New York, NY 10017) and presented in Japanese with English subtitles unless otherwise noted. To learn more about the Japan Society and JAPAN CUTS, visit japansociety.org/japancuts and follow Japan Society Film on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Letterboxd.
About Japan Society: The premier organization connecting Japanese arts, culture, business and society with audiences in New York and around the world. At Japan Society, we are inspired by the Japanese concept of kizuna (絆)–forging deep connections to bind people together.
We are committed to telling the story of Japan while strengthening connections within New York City and building new bridges beyond. In over 100 years of work, we’ve inspired generations by establishing ourselves as pioneers in supporting international exchanges in arts and culture, business and policy, as well as education between Japan and the U.S.
Part 2: Feature Story & Q&A Interview of Distinguished Cinematographer Meena Singh
Meena Singh: So I felt like I had to prove myself and know everything. But something I’ve learned from, I would say some of the more seasoned crew I’ve worked with is that things work. The work is better if…