What motivates the good and bad guys - and Spielberg and Lucas, for that matter? Surprising answers in this top entry from our writing contest celebrating Indiana Jones's true independent spirit.

It takes a fan to go this far. "The Man with the Hat" is a top pick in the MPM/TheRaider.net-sponsored contest that celebrates Indiana Jones's true independent spirit.

Bomb It documentarian Jon Reiss talks about graffiti and the fury of public expression - and his crew's brushes with law enforcement while filming.

A captivating and emotional drama of child sexploitation shot in actual brothels in Phnom Penh. Filmmakers awarded as Heroes for efforts. (View more MPM Special Features.)

Writer/director Seth Landau shares the pain behind Bryan Loves You. Visit our Special Features for more filmmaker insights.

...is vital for the industry, says IFTA chairman and Troma Entertainment head Lloyd Kaufman, on the eve of the American Film Market 2007.

A Plumm Summer screenwriter TJ Lynch shares the story's journey from conception to film - and YOU may help determine its theatrical future.

Mining for supernatural gold. (Special for October 2007) For more Special Features, offering a different take on film and filmmakers, click HERE.

Director Stephane Gauger writes of his inspiration for shooting Owl and the Sparrow, winner of the Audience Award at the L.A. Film Festival. (Special for 2007 L.A. Film Festival)

The "I wish I could do a movie like that" experience of Nobel Son filmmaker Randall Miller. (Special for Tribeca 2007)

Feature article in the Icons issue (June/July 2006). By Charlie Chaplin's granddaughter, Kiera Chaplin.

British theatre notable Steven Berkoff reminisces on working with Eddie Murphy. (Moving Pictures Magazine Humor & Animation issue, Aug./Sept. 2006)

How Mickey Spillane created Mike Hammer - and became him.

In a global economy, constructs of commerce necessitate strategic caution, says IFTA pres and CEO Jean Prewitt.

AFI and its mission: recognizing and celebrating excellence in the art of film, television and digital media.

Feature article in Morality issue (Oct./Nov. 2006).

Feature article in the Icons issue (June/July 2006). The film's makers share the story behind the documentary The U.S. vs. John Lennon.

The filmmaker shares with MPM's readers the enthusiasm of everyone who got on board with his documentary, from U2 to Lionsgate.

How do the magicians see the tricks of the trade? 2007 Awards Season extra.

Flushed Away throws out the bathwater but keeps the baby. (AFI Special Issue 2006)

Interview with Volver star Penelope Cruz.  (AFI Special Issue 2006)

Find out what new documentary has had such an influence on society. (God, Sex, Power: The Politics of Society Moving Pictures Magazine Oct./Nov. 2005)

Guest Editor Ron Underwood discusses how film deals with the politics of society.  (God, Sex, Power: The Politics of Society Moving Pictures Magazine Oct./Nov. 2005)

Guest editor John Daly comments on gratuitous violence in movies and the effect it has on its younger audience. (Fashion Moving Pictures Magazine Aug./Sept. 2005)

How Todd Wagner went from owning an Internet company to a digital media enterprise. (Business & Technology issue Moving Pictures Feb./Mar. 2007)

So many stars support philanthropic causes. Which ones are for real and how much does it help? (Political issue Moving Pictures Nov./Dec. 2004)

When she frolicked on the Riviera's beaches, the sex siren proved film could be fun and fashionable.

Writer/director Ben Affleck and two of his lead actors, Casey Affleck and Amy Ryan, reveal their personal responses to the story.

Writer/director Ben Affleck and two of his lead actors, Casey Affleck and Amy Ryan, reveal their personal responses to the story.

Writer/director Ben Affleck and two of his lead actors, Casey Affleck and Amy Ryan, reveal their personal responses to the story.

Controversy in life and death followed Dean Reed, the "Red Elvis," a subject for documentaries and possible future feature from Tom Hanks.

With hand-drawn charm, mythic allure and inconceivable graphics and effects, each seems set to deliver a product that differs in tone, style and heroics.