December 2002

By Amy Souza Jocelyn Ajami talks about the making of her latest film "Queen of the Gypsies" about flamenco dancer Carmen Amaya.

By Amy Roeder Independent movies and an eclectic array of live entertainment breathe new life into Providence, RI’s formerly X-rated Columbus Theatre.

By Lorre Fritchy Before diving into the DVD burning business, read up on some of the ins and outs of the options on the market.

By Allison Walton Sundance 2003, a new film festival for Boston, and more... A report of news & events in the local industry for December 2002.

By Nicole Sawyer Rachel Clift follows her vision and inspires young female artists to do the same in her documentary "Take It From Me," screening at the Coolidge Corner Theater this month.

By Simon Rucker Director Bill Holloway and Paul Scherdell, the subject of "Go the Distance," discuss their brave and moving film, showing at the Museum of Fine Arts this month.

By Emily Jansen As a downward-sloping economy and recent budget cuts have made filmmakers increasingly anxious about film funding, NewEnglandFilm.com consults financing expert Morrie Warshawski for some advice in tough times.