Indie Film Buzz: Soderbergh, Boots Riley, Curry Barker, Kane Parsons & More
Key Questions
What films and directors are highlighted in this indie film buzz segment?
The segment covers projects from Soderbergh's 'John Lennon' with AI elements, Boots Riley's 'I Love Boosters', Curry Barker's Blumhouse film 'OBSESSION', Damian McCarthy's 'Hokum' starring Adam Scott, and Kane Parsons' A24 'Backrooms' horror film.
Who is interviewed about feminism and political filmmaking?
Judith Godrèche discusses feminism, consent, and making political films in relation to her work on 'A Girl’s Story'.
What inspired Kane Parsons' 'Backrooms' horror movie?
Director Kane Parsons drew inspiration from a real-life photo for the A24 film, which is set for release on May 29.
What is the focus of the 51-minute AI in filmmaking discussion?
The debate explores the ethics and ownership issues surrounding AI use in film creation.
Which director explains the meaning behind 'Is God Is'?
The director of 'Is God Is' (2026) discusses themes of Black women's rage and Greek tragedy in the film.
What interview features Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve?
An interview with Fjord at Cannes 2026 includes Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve.
What does Boots Riley say about making 'I Love Boosters'?
Boots Riley discusses embracing 'jankiness' and an indie spirit in the May 22 interview about the film.
Who talks about comedians making great horror directors?
Curry Barker discusses his Blumhouse film 'OBSESSION', viral horror, and why comedians excel as horror directors.
Soderbergh on AI in 'John Lennon'; Boots Riley 'I Love Boosters' May22 interview; Curry Barker Blumhouse 'OBSESSION'; Damian McCarthy 'Hokum' (Adam Scott); Paul Dano/Assayas, Lowery; 'Is God Is' director on Black women's rage/Greek tragedy; Kane Parsons' A24 'Backrooms' horror (May 29) inspired by real photo; Judith Godrèche interview on feminism and political filmmaking; Fjord interview with Stan/Reinsve; AI in filmmaking debate (51-min discussion on ethics/ownership).