Writer-director Kai Stänicke's first feature, starring Paul Boche, won the Teddy Jury Award in the Berlinale's Perspectives section, which puts a spotlight on rising talents.

NPR's Leila Fadel interviews writer-director Hasan Hadi about his debut film "The President's Cake," Iraq's official submission for the Academy Awards' Best International Feature Film category.

Puerto Rican rapper Residente's feature film debut 'Porto Rico,' which will explore the colonial history of his homeland, will feature Bad Bunny in the lead role.

Directorial debuts are some of the most interesting films out there. In each, you see the beginnings of a filmmaker's career, learning in real time about their interests and artistic voice.

The International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will spotlight emerging directors in its 56th edition through a competitive section featuring seven first-time filmmakers from across the globe. The ...

NORTHAMPTON — When people break up with their partners, many write about it in journals or start texting friends. But when a bad romance rocked Western Massachusetts native Rio Contrada, he responded ...

Shanaya Kapoor has spoken candidly about navigating the mixed response to her debut film Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, choosing to focus on the emotional significance of seeing herself on the big screen ...