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Richard Dutcher is one of the most important and accomplished directors that nobody’s heard of. Like many independent filmmakers, Dutcher is a multihyphenate: writer, director, actor, producer, editor. In the process he’s created eight feature films that span genres and styles, including romantic comedy (Girl Crazy), intense emotional drama (States of Grace), gritty gut-wrenching naturalism (Falling), supernatural horror (Evil Angel), elegant formalism (Tryptich), and even a passionate period piece with only one actress (Eliza and I). And since his 2000 film God’s Army he’s become something like the Robert Rodriguez of Utah: the most important filmmaker in a region with …...

On October 24th, The Terror Film Festival Claw Awards took place at the Ethical Society Building on the famous Rittenhouse Square of Philadelphia.

The 4th season brought in the most astounding talent from all over the USA, as well as, the world. The assemblage of fans, filmmakers, screenwriters, and industry professionals, waited in anticipation, and all bets were on, as the illustrious Claw and the beautiful Princess Horror stood onstage, envelopes in hand, to present the coveted awards.

And the winners are...

Evil Angel - A steamy and heart-pounding story based on the ancient myth of Lilith, the first wife of Adam, who has roamed the Earth for centuries as a sexy and seductive villainous, and proudly holds the title of the world’s first serial killer. Written and directed by the iconoclastic Richard Dutcher of Utah, the film garnered several awards, such as, Best Feature Film, Best Original Music...

Jim Pasternak's "Certifiably Jonathan," a look at comedian Jonathan Winters, won the grand jury prize for best feature film at the inaugural edition of the Feel Good Film Festival, which was held Friday through Sunday at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood.

Michael Berry's "Mira" received both the jury and audience awards as best short film.

Christopher Watson's "The Rainbow Tribe" picked up the audience award for best feature.

The cinematography award went to Jim Orr for his work on Rocco DeVilliers' "The Flyboys."

Noah Edelson's "Hear, Boy!" won the screenplay competition, and Alyssa Suede Campbell won the original song competition for her song, "Falling From Mars."

The student awards went to Philip Hodges' "First Bass" in the 20-21-year old division, and Lisa Kowalski's "The Last Cherry" in the 19-year and under division.

Paul Germain's "Speedy Delivery" earned the IndieFlix Award.

The fest showcased 53 films,...