Confessions

Architect-turned-filmmaker Kibwe Tavares talks the making of his film The Kitchen with co-director Daniel Kaluuya.

Alex Georgiades talks to Tim Mackenzie-Smith, the director of new documentary Getting It Back: The Story of Cymande as well as Steve Scipio and Patrick Paterson, two members of the iconic British funk-band itself.

Hannah Ghorashi speaks to Julia von Heinz about 'Treasure', a feature about intergenerational trauma starring Stephen Fry and Lena Dunham.

The director talks about the dangerous truth at the core of radicalism, the beautiful tension in masculinity, and his singular interpretation of The Bikeriders.

The New York native tells A Rabbit’s Foot about working on The Marvels, her love for films and comics alike, and why cinema isn’t dead.

Master filmmaker Michael Mann speaks about Ferrari, Heat 2, and how his Chicago roots shaped his meticulously-crafted body of work.

The British director sits down with A Rabbit's Foot to discuss her beguiling new feature Saltburn, a film about the perils of class and desire. "The question I wanted to pose was: How do you get what you want out of something that will never want you back?"

The great cinematographer discusses his incredible career and his longstanding love for painting.

The academy-award winning filmmaker talks to A Rabbit's Foot Editor-in-Chief Charles Finch.

From playwright to filmmaker, Celine Song has come out the gate a fully formed master. With Past Lives wowing critics and audiences alike this year, the South Korean-Canadian director joined us to discuss the makings of her epic sci-fi of the soul...

The acclaimed auteur talks her unique filmmaking style and her new Gothic-horror novel Bluebeard's Castle.

One of Korea's most celebrated filmmakers, Director Kim opens up about the philosophy behind good filmmaking and what he's given up to achieve it.

The iconic director discusses his sprawling filmography alongside exclusive images from his films and personal photography collection.

The great American filmmaker discusses his underrated masterpiece with Deputy editor Chris Cotonou.

The writer-director revisits his classic screenplay Taxi Driver.

The Cambodian-French filmmaker talks Return to Seoul, the joys and dangers of world travel, and his own experiences as a transnational.

The actress talks to Editor-in-Chief Charles Finch about her creative journey.

After kicking the door down with her breakthrough indie-comedy Shiva Baby, director Emma Seligman is back with a bigger budget and bigger ambitions.

Introducing our new weekly series, in which an artist takes us on a tour of their world. First up? The Grammy and Oscar winning composer of Christopher Nolan's latest smash-hit...

Ravish Kumar is the subject of While We Watched, a documentary following the journalist as he navigates Modi's India.

The acclaimed character actor talks appearing in Across the Spider-Verse, his love for Don Corleone, and chasing Tom Cruise across the world in Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part 1.

Academy Award nominated filmmaker Leslie Iwerks talks directing the sweeping documentary that celebrates a century of Warner Brothers.

Ira Sachs joins Allegra Handelsman to talk queer love on screen, why the term 'toxic' is dated, and transcending labels of sexuality in his critically acclaimed Passages.

Argentinian director Clara Cullen talks her signature cinematography style, studying with Werner Herzog, and her debut feature Manuela with guest writer Hannah Ghorashi.

The young Scorsese discusses her debut short film, what she's learnt from her father, and how her—and her generation—are finding a new voice.

The Enfant Terrible of French cinema discusses passion, death and happy endings.

The director of 50 Shades of Grey takes us through a few of the loves of her life.

Punk director Alex Cox breaks his silence with a rare interview on his love for Western films and the making Sid and Nancy.

The Lingua Franca director talks filmmaking as an act of self-therapy, her love affair with the auteurs of the past, and the radicalism of cinematic sensuality.

In this candid profile, the journalist Richard Gianorio, Marion Cotillard’s friend, explores the enigma of France’s most compelling star.

A legend of French cinema, Fanny Ardant describes her love of 'secret liaisons', beauty—and the state of film today.

The iconic minimalist architect John Pawson discusses his lessons from Japan, his appreciation for stillness, and his love for travel.

The greatest cinematographer of all time discusses his approach to filmmaking and photography.

The César award-winning director explores gender preconceptions in his twisty new police procedural.

In a free-wheeling interview, award-winning actor Rosalind Eleazar discusses Slow Horse, the magic of theatre and a certain experience with Matthew Broderick...

An icon of British photography, Don McCullin opens up about the trauma of conflict and the need for art.

Darren Aronofsky opens up on his creative process, environmental work and his time with Brendan Fraser.

Journalist Seumas Milne interviews legendary filmmaker Oliver Stone.

The French filmmaker talks the making of one of the most acclaimed and essential films of 2022.

France’s most versatile actor talks choosing his range of characters, working with directors from around the world, and the value of representation and faith.

Multiple Oscar-nominated director Ava DuVernay discusses her fateful first love for cinema.

Director Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy talks directing Ms. Marvel, Partition on film, and her favourite films of the 2023 awards season with A Rabbit's Foot's Fatima Khan.

Todd Field discusses his break from film, his work in advertising and the politics of Tár.

An icon of British film, Ken Loach discusses his activism in cinema and capturing inner humanity.

Over the Marrakesh Film Festival, Chris Cotonou looks at Nadine Labaki's journey through cinema during troubled times.

William Kentridge discusses the politics of South Africa and the world, his role as an artist, and his quiet optimism about human nature.

Amma Asante talks her vision for a James Bond movie, working with Mads Mikkelsen, and bringing hope to the big screen.

The star of A24 drama 'The Inspection' talks to ARF about subverting masculinity on-screen, his childlike approach to acting, and a potential shift to directing.

Saim Sadiq's thought-provoking debut was banned in Pakistan, until the filmmaker decided enough was enough.

Director Edward Berger talks making his Best Picture nominated anti-war masterpiece.

Against all odds, Ai Weiwei explains how he hopes his recent foray into filmmaking can influence new ways of thinking.

Will Sharpe opens up about his experience with White Lotus, past career and future ambitions.

The Danish filmmaker talks bringing his nightmarish hospital trilogy to an end, twenty-five years after the last instalment.

The famously no-bullshit New York filmmaker Abel Ferrara takes a spiritual turn in his recent conversation with ARF...

Lily Amirpour speaks out during a moment of political crisis - discussing Iran, world building, and Sufi mysticism

The English translator of Parasite discusses language barriers and Korean cinema.

Malcom Pagani speaks to Italy’s most celebrated contemporary filmmaker, Paolo Sorrentino.

ARF Editor-In-Chief Charles Finch engages in open conversation with actress, filmmaker and personal friend of his, Valeria Golino

For ARF, Luke Georgiades speaks to filmmaker So Yun Um about her Liquor Store Dreams journey, her relationship with her father, filming tough conversations, and the international boom of Korean culture.

The Venice Film Festival chief talks his good friend, writer and editor Malcom Pagani...

Reprinted with love, a classic interview between Alain Elkann and the great artist Monica Vitti.

What makes Wes Anderson tick? In the following discussion, the auteur describes where he finds inspiration between cinema and his dreams.

Luke Georgiades talks to the filmmaker twin that are blazing a trail past their contemporaries

In this intimate discussion, the inimitable Isabelle Adjani discusses her career, life, and the strength of women in cinema.

With her latest film in competition for the Palme d’Or at Cannes, we sat with the auteur to discuss how film gives her life meaning.

ARF Editor-In-Chief Charles Finch has an affectionate conversation with his friend, mentor, and iconic film producer Al Ruddy...

What makes Wes Anderson tick? In the following discussion, the auteur describes where he finds inspiration between cinema and his dreams.

The following discussion took place between the actress Elsa Zylberstein and the Oscar-winning writer-director Sir Christopher Hampton. Over strong coffee, sitting in Sir Christopher’s colourful West London office, he intimately opened up about his life in theatre and cinema, and the uncompromising power of words.

The General Delegate of the Cannes Film Festival speaks with us about the power of global cinema, Bertrand Tavernier, and his reputation as King of the Croisette.

Chris Cotonou chats with renowned actor and Italy's resident sex symbol Riccardo Scamarcio.

Producer Lawrence Bender reflects on a career visiting Cannes with Tarantino, in this series of anecdotes.

With her film Les Amandiers in competition at Cannes, Valeria Bruni-Tedeschi discusses the pleasures of looking to the past.

A rare interview with one of the Queens of French cinema.

Although she’s admirably calm on the outside and her voice is poised and composed, Isabelle Huppert’s inner clock is ticking. She’s a woman who simply doesn’t have enough time...

Rising star Lyna Khoudri on her upcoming work in Novembre, and the importance of her parents in becoming an actor.

Few recent performances have achieved the same buzz as Agathe Rousselle in Julia Ducournau’s Titane. Here we speak to its star about film, peace of mind, and New York.

She's done it all: art-house film, Hollywood cinema, and now the theatre. But Monica Bellucci's greatest adventure is being a mother. She opens up to Chris Cotonou about the power of children, the virtues of doing nothing, and entering her icon era.

Anamaria Vartolomei talks with Chris Cotonou about working with Audrey Diwan, the timely themes of the film and her approach to finding sanctuary

Jason Solomons talks to Penelope Cruz about her iconic career, her love for Italian cinema, and new film L'immensita

"The kids are alright" as ARF Deputy Editor Chris Cotonou engages in a brief but insightful conversation with actress Fotini Peluso

As his film The Hanging Sun closes this year’s Venice Film Festival, Fatima Khan and Francesco Carrozzini discuss the tribulations of filming through Norwegian weather, and the serendipitous attachment to a festival he feels has shaped his career.

The spiritual artist Francesco Clemente talks art, cinema, and happiness with ARF Editor-in-chief Charles Finch.

Hand of God star Luisa Ranieri talks with Luke Georgiades about what it means to be Neapolitan soul.

Makita Samba is part of the ensemble of young actors taking the lead in Jacques Audiard’s Paris, 13th District.

The great Sorrentino collaborator takes a deep dive into his love for the theatre...

The up and coming filmmaker talks to Chris Cotonou alongside an exclusive photoshoot with her football team Babes FC.