First Frame Films

12/28/2025

Relay (Netflix) — A Thriller About Systems, Silence, and Control

Relay is a restrained, procedural corporate thriller released in 2024, directed by David Mackenzie and written by Justin Piasecki. The film stars Riz Ahmed, Lily James, and Sam Worthington. On paper, it resembles a familiar genre setup: a shadowy intermediary, a powerful corporation, sensitive information that could cause serious damage if released. But Relay quickly separates itself from standard whistleblower thrillers by refusing to center exposure as victory....

Relay is a restrained, procedural corporate thriller released in 2024, directed by David Mackenzie and written by Justin Piasecki. The film stars Riz Ahmed, Lily James, and Sam Worthington. On pape…

11/29/2025

Unpacking the Narrative Power of Dialogue in “The Wrong Grandma”

In narrative craft, dialogue is often mistaken for mere conversation. However, as the short film "The Wrong Grandma" demonstrates, meticulously crafted dialogue functions as the primary engine of plot, character revelation, and thematic resonance. This analysis will deconstruct key lines from the film to show the aspiring storyteller how words become action—revealing character, driving the plot, and establishing the profound emotional stakes....

In narrative craft, dialogue is often mistaken for mere conversation. However, as the short film “The Wrong Grandma” demonstrates, meticulously crafted dialogue functions as the primary…

11/18/2025

When a Sequel Forgets Its Soul: What Nobody 2 Teaches Us About Bad Story Choices

For filmmakers,Nobody 2 is a perfect masterclass in what NOT to do in a sequel. Instead of evolving the protagonist’s emotional journey, it swaps character for clichés, trades tension for tropes, a…

10/09/2025

🚇 BLACKOUT — A Psychological Thriller by Andrea Ocampo
When the lights go out, the truth comes into focus.

🎞 Screening: SoHo International Film Festival
📅 Sunday, Oct 12 | 8:40 PM
📍 Regal Union Square Theater 10
🎟 Tickets: ifc-nyc.live/Oct12-movie-TIX

Join us for the screening, LIVE Q&A, and Red Carpet After-Party 🎤📸✨

07/31/2025

Hey Folks,

Tomorrow’s Rooftop Meetup is officially a rain-or-shine party! We’ll start in the swanky indoor Lounge with killer NYC views. If the weather behaves, we’ll take this show to the rooftop. If not—well, the Lounge has a roof, & I call that a win.

Also… it’s my birthday. 🎉 But plot twist: I’m the one giving out gifts. So bring your business cards, polish that elevator pitch, & get ready to network like your career depends on it (because, you know… it kinda does 🙂

NYC Indie Film Collective — 2025 July New York Stories Rooftop Meetup Thursday, July 31st | 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM The Skylark Rooftop Lounge, NYC Cash Bar | Live DJ | New York Stories Project Winners Announcement + Celebrating Joseph’s, IFC’s Founder 53rd Birthday 21+ Only | RSVP Required Calli...

02/27/2025

Picture this: a bustling New York City studio, lights, cameras, and an energy you can feel through the screen.

We're diving behind the scenes at First Frame Films Studios, where the magic of Peloton comes to life.

The buzz of a multi-cam setup capturing every move, every breath.

📸 Ever wondered how those seamless fitness videos are made?
🎥 Curious about what goes into shooting high-energy content with precision and flair?
🏙️ And why is NYC the perfect backdrop for this adrenaline-fueled creativity?

What do you think happens when the heart of fitness meets the pulse of the city?

06/25/2024

Hey all, seeking a few PAs for a film shoot in Manhattan on July 1st. It's not paid but "a great opportunity to meet and network." If interested DM me here. Thank You

05/29/2024

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01/17/2024

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07/17/2022

Some great day today

03/07/2022

08/26/2020

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