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The Sunday Rewatch: ‘Ghost World’
Before "main character energy" became a meme, there was Enid Coleslaw—green-haired, sarcastic, alienated, and iconic. This Sunday, we’re revisiting Ghost World (2001), the indie gem that nailed the weirdness of post-high school limbo long before social media could memeify it.
JDIFF Selection Piggy Duster Reminds Us Why Connection Matters
Some films whisper instead of shouting. Piggy Duster is one of those rare projects that stays with you long after the credits roll.
Vision Films Sets Release Date for ‘Conspiracy of Fear’
Vision Films is set to release the dystopian, future-set thriller Conspiracy of Fear, starring Malcolm McDowell and Steven Bauer, on May 13, 2025 for Transactional VOD across the US and Canada.
‘SOUL ON FIRE’ SET FOR FALL 2025 NATIONWIDE THEATRICAL RELEASE
Sony Pictures Entertainment's AFFIRM Films have dated their newest film Soul On Fire, inspired by the miraculous life of John O'Leary, for theatres nationwide on October 10, 2025.
JDIFF 2025 Hosts World Premiere of Misophonia, A Bold Indie Comedy About Sound and Self
Making its world premiere at the 2025 Julien Dubuque International Film Festival, Misophonia introduces audiences to an offbeat, heartfelt comedy that brings an overlooked condition to the forefront of conversation.
Martyr of Gowanus: A Gritty New York Story Makes Its Mark at JDIFF 2025
Set in the working-class neighborhoods of Brooklyn during the turbulent days of 2001, Martyr of Gowanus follows a young man named Gavin as he searches for purpose in a rapidly changing world.
“Crazy Texas” Debuts on Amazon: Acclaimed Filmmaker Francis Juarez Unleashes a Wild Cinematic Ride
Award-winning filmmaker Francis Juarez has unveiled his latest feature film Crazy Texas, now streaming on Amazon, delivering an unexpected cinematic experience that’s equal parts eccentric, scary, and socially resonant.
JDIFF Official Selection Looking UP Challenges Limits and Inspires Hope
For first-time feature director Elena Neuman, Looking UP is more than just a film. It’s a message, a testament to resilience, and a challenge to anyone who has ever felt held back by circumstance.
Standout: The Ben Kjar Story Brings Powerful Message of Resilience to JDIFF 2025
The Julien Dubuque International Film Festival has always been where deeply personal stories find a powerful platform, and Standout: The Ben Kjar Story is no exception.
10 Offbeat Films to Watch This Easter Weekend
Looking for something beyond bunnies and pastels this Easter weekend? Whether you’re spending it solo, with family, or hiding from another egg hunt, here are ten unconventional and indie-leaning films that pair perfectly with the long weekend.