Seattle University Film and Media

Directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller combined practical techniques with digital effects for the recent box office hit, Project Hail Mary. The film notably strays away from green screen usage and instead relies on physical sets, to create the interior and exterior of the ship, and puppeteers to bring Rocky (the films lovable extra-terrestrial character) to life.

By making the creative decision to highlight practical effects in a major Sci-Fi blockbuster, the filmmakers represent an increasingly rare portion of Hollywood cinema as special effects and CGI use continue to dominate the field. Could this hold larger implications in the growing age of AI and its impact on artist employment?

Comment your thoughts!

FREE TICKETS! 🎟️
We are thrilled to announce our partnership with NFFTY this year and are providing free tickets with access to screenings, panels, workshops, and more! This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate talented filmmakers and network with film industry professionals— you won’t want to miss it!

These tickets are limited, so email [email protected] ASAP to secure your spot! 🎞️

The festival runs from March 26th - 29th.

If you are interested in film history, be sure to check out this podcast episode featuring SU’s own Benjamín Schultz-Figueroa for an in depth discussion on animal depictions in film!
The link to the full episode is in our bio! 🔗

SAVE THE DATE!
Join us on Tuesday, March 10th for an educational screening of Inextinguishable Fire (1969). Following the screening, there will be a teach-in to discuss the role of Boeing in the ongoing wars in Iran and Gaza, as well as our own responsibilities as members of an institution partnered with Boeing.
All students are welcome to attend, and we hope to see you there!

Today we remember the influential documentarian Frederick Wiseman, who passed away at the age of 96. His work paved the way for documentary cinema, and he spent his 56 year long career as an established director, editor, and actor. Though he directed 2 narrative films, he created over 40 documentary films, including High School (1968), Titicut Follies (1967), Welfare (1975), and Near Death (1989).

Many horror and romance films have been released in theatres recently, with Send Help remaining at the top of the box office two weeks after its theatrical debut!

Which films are you most excited to see?

Catherine O’Hara (1954-2026) ❤️

As we’re well in to the new year, it’s time now to look back at the films of 2025.

What were your most memorable films of last year?