THE DEATH OF THE AUTHOR AND THE REIMAGINING OF AUTEUR CINEMA

Introduction The concept of the “death of the author,” introduced by Roland Barthes in 1967, destabilizes the Romantic ideal of the solitary genius, asserting that meaning emerges not from the creator’s intent but through the reader’s interpretation. For indie filmmakers—often celebrated as auteurs who imprint personal visions onto their work—this idea invites critical reflection. As[…]

INDIE FILMMAKERS IN THE CONSUMERIST LABYRINTH: NAVIGATING SURVIVAL AND SUBVERSION

In an era dominated by algorithmic consumption and corporate-controlled narratives, indie filmmakers stand at a crossroads within a labyrinth. Their work, often born from a desire to challenge mainstream ideologies, exists within a capitalist framework that commodifies dissent. This article critiques the role of indie filmmakers in a consumer society, interrogates their capacity to survive[…]

INDIE FILMMAKING: WALKING ON THE ROPE

Between social media and big cinema Despite what is written below, we have some good news At first glance, the field of short films today is not going through the best of times. Of course, the film industry is showing growth and the number of billion in investments, and the revenues are growing into the[…]