Industry Advice and Media Analysis Articles
Our editorial pieces are all written by female and GNC filmmakers, providing perspectives that aren’t often featured on typical film websites. From help guides, an advice column, to think pieces, these contributors each utilize media to make connections to their identities and lives in unique ways. To pitch to The Light Leaks, go to this link.
Crafting Creative Paths: Insights from Tribeca Filmmakers
Gain intimate perspectives from Tribeca 2024 directors and writers as they discuss their creative journeys, offering insights into the power of storytelling and the career of filmmaking.
Celebrating Diversity: How Tribeca 2024 Filmmakers Are Embracing Equity and Inclusion
Dive into The Light Leaks' in-depth coverage of Tribeca 2024, where filmmakers are transforming industry standards through inclusivity and equity. Discover valuable insights from directors and writers on cultivating respectful on-set environments and navigating the intricacies of independent film financing.
The Hustle: Producing Tips for Branded Content
In this edition of The Hustle, Producer Urwa Zubair shares insight on producing branded commercials. She shares effective communication tips, the production triangle, and how she works with clients,
A Beginner’s Guide to Bollywood and It’s Impact on Music and Film
In this collaboration with Girls Behind the Rock Show, we take a look into Bollywood, one of the biggest and most popular film industries in India! And its popularity continues to grow globally! Girls Behind the Rock Show and The Light Leaks have got you covered with all you need to know about Bollywood and its impact on both the film and music industries!
Highlighting Women Music Supervisors with Girls Behind the Rock Show and the National Gender Diversity in Music Month
In this collaborative with Girls Behind the Rock Show and the National Gender Diversity in Music Month, we feature Sue Jacobs, Amanda Krieg Thomas, Morgan Rhodes, Angela M. Jollivette, and Annette FraderaIn, each female music supervisors who are making remarkable moves in film and television.
The Hustle: How to Start a Writers Group
In this edition of the Hustle, we'll provide tips and strategies for starting and maintaining a successful writers group. Whether you're looking to join an existing group or start one from scratch, we hope this article will help you on your writing journey.
The Hustle: Tips on Getting Involved in the Industry without Film School
Learn how to break into the film industry without a film school degree. Written by Dani Espinosa, this article provides tips on, networking, resources available to help you launch a successful career in film, and more.
A Tarot Reader Dives into Euphoria’s Archetypes
Dani Espinosa, filmmaker and tarot reader, dissects the Euphoria characters their personalities and the show’s plot by assigning tarot cards from the traditional deck. In this combination of media criticism and spiritual interpretation, she shares deeper insight into this now iconic show.
On Screen: Watching Encanto as a Colombian American
Filmmaker and TLL founder, Kim Hoyos shares how she felt watching Disney’s Encanto as a Colombian American. As a daughter of immigrants and a creator, she writes about the film’s authentic moments and thoughts on the animation industry’s potential for diversity.
The Hustle: Production Assistant Tips for Female and Nonbinary Filmmakers
Lauren Lee shares her best tips for production assistants heading onto professional sets. With a past life as a youtube vlogger and social media coordinator - Lauren has proudly served as a production assistant (various roles) across multiple seasons of the hit “Fear of the Walking Dead” and other productions in the franchise.
The Hustle: How to Honor Your Creative Journey
In this edition of the Hustle, Kt McBratney of Own Trail shares advice on how to re-center and honor your creative journey regardless of where you are at the moment.
Hey ‘You’: My Chronic Illness Is Not A Plot Device
The chart-breaking Netflix hit You has been the center of many discussions. But writer and filmmaker Brynna Arens brings light to the show’s harmful portrayals of living with chronic illness. As a fan of the show, she shares a unique POV on disability representation.
The Hustle: How Creative People Can Set and Keep Goals
In this edition of the Hustle, learn some ways that you can set and keep goals as a creative.
Saying Goodbye to HBO's Insecure
HBO’s Insecure said its final goodbye on Sunday, December 26, 2021. Here we share some insight into the world of Insecure and celebrate, not only the show, but some of the talent behind it!
On Screen: The Search for Liberated Feminine Pleasure: Kathryn Hahn and Her Characters
Through analyzing Kathryn Hahn’s roles in Afternoon Delight (2013), I Love Dick (2016 – 2017), Mrs. Fletcher (2019), aspiring filmmaker, Robyn Bacon connects the ways that Hahn’s characters have dismantled traditional gender roles and sexual identities.
What Horror Movie Character Would You Be Based on Your Zodiac Sign?
A truly essential part of a good horror movie is having great characters and an even greater villain/monster. Find your horror movie character based on your zodiac sign!
The Hustle: How to Navigate Unpaid Film and TV Gigs
Unpaid production gigs are common in the film and tv industry and can be helpful when building your credit and professional network. In this edition of the Hustle, UK based filmmaker, Jennifer Sizeland takes us through how you can take on unpaid gigs in film and tv without losing your sanity and keeping your dignity intact.
My Take: How Erotophobia on Screen was a Catalyst for Me to Make Change
Mx. Chelsey Morgan is an Afro-Latinx, and non-binary sex educator, and media maker that explores in this personal narrative, the impact of erotophobia on screen and how damaging portrayals of sexual relationships on screen can be. As an Intimacy Coordinator for Film and TV, they provide comprehensive sexuality training to media professionals and content creators and hope to make a change on screen and in society.
On Screen: What Does ‘Promising Young Woman’ Really Promise?
Sophie Hayssen explores ‘Promising Young Woman’ through the lens of justice for victims and survivors of sexual assault and abuse and where the film connected and disconnected with these real-world issues.
The Hustle: What’s Wrong with My Crowdfunding Pitch?
There are some things you need to keep in mind when you start crowdfunding and pitching! We want to dedicate this edition to the Hustle to answering “What’s Wrong with My Crowdfunding Pitch?”. When making your crowdfunding pitch, there’s a few key things that may prevent you from getting the buy in from the audience that YOU need to pull it off. Read on below to learn 4 key tips….