Ryan unveils the winners of the Lens Flare contest and gets into some questions about the horror genre, Element 3D, the future of Film Riot, and an awesome short film called Gumdrop.

Ever wonder how Lens Whacking is done? Today Ryan breaks down how you can easily pull off this technique. 

Thanks to Vid-Atlantic, Ryan got his hands on a few anamorphic lenses and filters to show how different and cinematic they can make your footage.

Today on Film Riot Ryan gives his opinion on the Disney Star Wars situation, directing and more! Plus a whole new Monday Challenge with another amazing prize!!!

Monday’s mean Film Riot! Ryan Connolly answers a load of questions on today’s show from his favorite Batman Villain to how an aspiring film maker can break into the professional scene. Plus a suhweeeet short film recommendation (actually a music video) that oozes style.

Mail Sack Monday with a truly amazing Fantastically Terrible Moment in Cinema. 7 Minutes in for some classic Nicolas Cage. CLASSIC. Also, Youtube tips, SD Card Recommendations, y mucho mas.

So what is it really like working with siblings? I mean, I imagine if your sibling is Josh or Ryan Connolly, it’s pretty awesome. But Film Riot answers your questions about that very topic on today’s episode.