🎬 INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE: GHOST TRAIL – Spy Thriller Meets Art Film at Lincoln Center’s French Film Festival 🇫🇷

Every spring, New York’s Lincoln Center hosts Rendez-Vous with French Cinema—one of the most prestigious showcases of contemporary French film in the U.S. This year, the breakout hit was GHOST TRAIL (La Piste), a gripping and atmospheric political thriller from debut feature director Jonathan Millet.

🎥 Based on real-life events, GHOST TRAIL follows a Syrian activist-turned-refugee tracking down a former torturer across Europe. With echoes of John le Carré and Graham Greene, it’s a visceral, slow-burn espionage tale that blends arthouse depth with Hollywood tension. Featuring powerful performances from Adam Bessa (Harka, Extraction 2) and Tawfeek Barhom, this indie gem is a must-see.

In this exclusive episode of Inside the Arthouse, we go behind the scenes with Jonathan Millet to talk filmmaking, moral complexity, and the making of this international standout.

💥 Now playing in select theaters across the U.S. via @MusicBoxFilms.

🗽 Filmed live at Lincoln Center in NYC.

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🎬 Inside the Arthouse: NORTHERN LIGHTS — Rob Nilsson on the Cannes-Winning Indie Masterpiece, Now Restored in 4K

NORTHERN LIGHTS tells the poignant story of young love set against the backdrop of a powerful political movement—Midwestern farmers rising up against the grain trade, railroad monopolies, and banks in the early 20th century. Shot in rich, black-and-white 16mm, the film evokes the feel of a long-lost photograph, capturing the stark beauty of the Northern Plains and a forgotten chapter of American history.

We discuss how this rare and remarkable film came to be, its legacy, and what it means to see it back on the big screen.

🎧 Subscribe and listen as filmmaker Rob Nilsson shares never-before-heard insights into the making of this landmark indie feature.

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🎙️ New Episode: "Jane Austen Wrecked My Life" – A Smart, Modern Twist on Austen-Inspired Romance 💌

It is a truth universally acknowledged that Jane Austen continues to inspire some of the most beloved films of all time—from faithful adaptations like the Oscar-winning Sense & Sensibility and Pride & Prejudice, to modern classics like Clueless (inspired by Emma), and fan-favorite Austen-adjacent titles like The Jane Austen Book Club, Austenland, and Cold Comfort Farm.

Now, a delightful new entry joins that tradition: JANE AUSTEN WRECKED MY LIFE, a witty and heartfelt romantic comedy from filmmaker Laura Piani.

Set between Paris and the English countryside, the film stars Camille Rutherford as a lovelorn Parisian bookseller who believes her chance at love has passed her by. But when she’s invited to a Jane Austen-themed writers’ retreat in England, she finds herself swept into an Austen-esque dilemma—navigating the attention of two suitors while trying to stay true to herself.

A breakout hit at the Toronto International Film Festival, Jane Austen Wrecked My Life is now opening in theaters across the United States.

🎧 On this episode of Inside the Arthouse, we sit down with writer-director Laura Piani to explore how Austen’s legacy lives on in modern cinema, the challenges of making an indie romantic comedy, and the enduring appeal of finding love when you least expect it.

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In this episode of INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, we sit down with Argentine filmmaker Iair Said — writer, director, and star of the offbeat, unforgettable comedy MOST PEOPLE DIE ON SUNDAYS. A breakout sensation from the Cannes Film Festival (ACID section), the film explores what happens not when extraordinary people die, but when ordinary people do — and how the rest of us live on in their absence.

Blending dark humor, emotional insight, and a distinct deadpan tone reminiscent of early Jim Jarmusch, Buster Keaton, and Jacques Tati, this film follows David as he returns to Buenos Aires for his uncle’s funeral — and is swept into a surreal journey of grief, family, and transformation.

🎬 Funny, tragic, and uniquely original, Most People Die on Sundays is a must-see for indie film lovers, fans of quirky international cinema, and anyone who has experienced loss with a side of absurdity.

🎧 Join us for a revealing conversation with Iair Said as he shares how this deeply personal, comic gem came to life — only on Inside the Arthouse.

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A new Atom Egoyan film is always a major event for arthouse audiences — and Seven Veils is no exception.

In this episode of INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, we sit down with Oscar-nominated director Atom Egoyan to talk about his provocative and visually stunning new film SEVEN VEILS, starring Amanda Seyfried.

Egoyan — the visionary behind Exotica and The Sweet Hereafter — returns with a haunting psychological drama that blends his deep love of opera and cinema. Known for his non-linear storytelling and exploration of themes like fractured families, voyeurism, and identity, Egoyan is in top form here. In Seven Veils, art imitates life as Seyfried plays a theater director unraveling a troubled past while staging a controversial production.

🎥 With its fever-dream visuals and emotionally layered performances, Seven Veils marks a powerful return to form for one of international cinema’s most daring filmmakers.

Don’t miss our exclusive conversation with Atom Egoyan about his creative process, working with Amanda Seyfried, and why this film may be one of his most personal yet.

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🎬 BONJOUR TRISTESSE: A Bold New Vision from Durga Chew-Bose | Inside the Arthouse 🎥

Join us for a compelling conversation with first-time screenwriter and director Durga Chew-Bose, whose powerful debut feature film adaptation of BONJOUR TRISTESSE is turning heads across the indie film world.

📚 Originally a groundbreaking 1954 novel by Françoise Sagan, Bonjour Tristesse shocked readers with its bold exploration of a young woman’s sexual awakening. Now, decades later, Chew-Bose brings a deeply emotional and visually stunning reimagining to the big screen. With its Merchant Ivory-style elegance—gorgeous costumes, striking cinematography, and breathtaking locations—this film premiered to acclaim at the Toronto International Film Festival and is now playing in theaters nationwide.

🎧 On this episode of INSIDE THE ARTHOUSE, we dive into the process of adapting this controversial classic, and what it means to bring a female voice to a historically male-directed narrative. Chew-Bose’s journey from acclaimed essayist to indie filmmaker is nothing short of inspiring.

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Indie film and arthouse cinema

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Inside the Arthouse: Constance Tsang on BLUE SUN PALACE – An Immigrant Story Set in Flushing, New York

Immigration in America is often discussed in headlines and policy debates—but what about the real human stories behind the journey? In this episode of Inside the Arthouse, we speak with award-winning filmmaker Constance Tsang about her powerful debut feature, BLUE SUN PALACE, a deeply moving drama set in a Chinese massage parlor in Flushing, Queens.

Now playing in New York and Los Angeles after acclaimed premieres at Cannes and the New Directors/New Films Festival, BLUE SUN PALACE explores the lives of three Chinese immigrants—played by Ke-Xi Wu, Haipeng Xu, and Lee Kang-Sheng—as they search for connection, healing, and belonging in a new land.

Tsang shares how her own experiences shaped the film and discusses the emotional layers of identity, labor, and quiet resilience that resonate throughout this intimate story.

🎧 Listen now to hear how BLUE SUN PALACE shines a light on a side of New York City rarely seen in cinema—only on Inside the Arthouse.

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Can Indie Film Survive in New York? Ira Deutchman on the Past, Present & Future of Arthouse Cinema | Inside the Arthouse

“If you can make it there, you can make it anywhere.”

For independent filmmakers and distributors, New York City—especially Manhattan—has long been the launchpad for arthouse film success across the U.S.

But what happens when the city that once defined the indie film scene is losing the very theaters that built it?

In this episode of Inside the Arthouse, we sit down with legendary distributor and Columbia University professor Ira Deutchman to explore the rise and decline of arthouse cinemas in NYC, the disappearance of Upper West Side theaters, and what it means for the future of independent film distribution. With decades of experience, Ira offers rare industry insight and a hopeful vision for what’s next.

🎧 Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation about the survival of independent cinema in America’s most competitive market.

👉 Subscribe, like, and share if you care about the future of indie film. And don’t forget to follow us on Spotify or hit the bell on YouTube to catch every new episode of Inside the Arthouse.

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🎙️ Inside the Arthouse: Farah Nabulsi on THE TEACHER

Oscar-nominated filmmaker Farah Nabulsi (THE PRESENT) joins us to discuss her powerful feature debut, THE TEACHER — a moving and urgent drama set in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.

Starring Saleh Bakri, the film follows a Palestinian teacher grappling with personal loss as he forms a bond with a student, all while navigating the harsh realities of occupation. Based on true family stories, THE TEACHER is a deeply human portrait of resistance, resilience, and connection.

Shot entirely in Palestine, the film premiered at Toronto International Film Festival, and has won over a dozen awards — including the Audience Award at the San Francisco International Film Festival.

We talk with Nabulsi about making an independent film under occupation, telling stories rooted in lived experience, and the power of cinema to foster empathy and awareness.

🎧 A must-listen for fans of international film, social justice storytelling, and the global arthouse scene.

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Thomas Wolfe once said, "You can’t go home again." But what happens when home, work, art, and motherhood collide?

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