Movies

‘Fight Mental Health’: The Legacy of Morgus & Chopsley

By Bill Arceneaux | November 6, 2018

It was a small sign in Morgus’ laboratory above the Old City Ice House: “Fight Mental Health.” In its own way, this sign represents everything that is loved about Morgus the Magnificent and his assistant Chopsley, and even represents everything about this city’s personality in just three words.

Local Filmmaker Uses Her Art For Heart, People of NOLA

By Mary Staes | October 23, 2018

Filmmaker Blayre Pichon talks about the process behind getting her project in New Orleans Film Festival.

Best Bets: Maxwell, NOLA Sounds Showcase and more Film Fest picks

By Mary Staes | October 22, 2018

Here’s what we think will help you get through the week.

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NOLA Film Fest: What To Look For

By Matt Haines | October 19, 2018

With more than 220 screenings taking place around the city, and no expense spared during the nightly parties, it’s no wonder our fest was named one of the Top 25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World. (In case you’re wondering — Atlanta? Not on the list.)

Gore vs Bore: The ‘Scary’ Movies In NOLA

By Clint Durrett | October 17, 2018

Vampires, witches, voodoo, curses — we literally have all the makings of the things that go bump in the night.

Best Bets: New Orleans Film Festival, Beetlejuice and Kevin Hart

By Kiri Walton | October 15, 2018

Take in a film at the New Orleans Film Festival or get your laugh on with Kevin Hart, or do both and take in a free screening of Beetlejuice at Broad Street Cider & Ale.

Q&A: ‘That Actor Guy’ Martin Bats Bradford on ‘Tales from the Hood 2’ and 50 Cent

By Mary Staes | October 12, 2018

You’ve seen him in a movie before. You just don’t know his name, yet.

Join Us For A ‘Brewvie’ At Second Line!

By Alex Galbraith | September 24, 2018

Start off Halloween season by letting everybody know that you ain’t afraid of no ghosts.

Spooks, Sci-Fi And Shorts Take Over The Prytania For NOLA Horror Film Fest

By Alex Galbraith | September 19, 2018

NOLA Horror Film Fest returns for an eighth year in a new, old space.

What Should We Play For Very Local’s First Movie Night?

By Alex Galbraith | August 30, 2018

What should we show, y’all?