by John Andrews Some films play by the rules. They find a compelling subject, follow it faithfully, and deliver something solid and safe. There’s nothing wrong with that. But the films that tend to stay with you longest are the ones made by people who decided the rules didn’t apply to them. These are the filmmakers who found subjects who

By John Andrews, Content Director at Creative Collective — covering the North Shore’s creative economy and cultural programming Every March, something quietly remarkable happens in Salem. A small city on Boston’s North Shore — better known for witch trials and Halloween — transforms into one of New England’s most compelling documentary film festivals. There are no Hollywood blockbusters and no

As the 18th annual Salem Film Fest draws to a close this Sunday, March 30th, we’re highlighting some of the most compelling documentaries you won’t want to miss on the festival’s final day. From intimate portraits of family dynamics to powerful stories of cultural resilience, these films offer thought-provoking perspectives from around the globe. Tickets: Eventive BLACK SNOW Cinema Salem