Moviemaker Magazine ranked Albuquerque among the top five large cities as the best place to live and work for filmmakers for the eighth consecutive year in 2026. Moviemaker Magazine is a leading industry publication. The announcement came after recognizing and interviewing one of UNM Film & Digital Arts alumni, Ben Arndt, about his award winning capstone film in 2025.
Read more about “Why future film students choose UNM’s Film & Digital Arts Department at the link https://news.unm.edu/news/why-future-film-students-choose-unms-film-and-digital-arts-department.
The New Mexico State Fair is having its first-ever film showcase! Join us to view student films from universities across New Mexico, including UNM Film & Digital Arts! Happening Saturday, September 19 from 4:30pm-9pm at the Whataburger Farm.
What if a streaming platform worked a little like a dating app — but instead of matching people, it connected audiences and filmmakers? Three former UNM students have launched Phintch, a free platform dedicated to independent films made by New Mexicans or filmed in...
UNM Film & Digital Arts ranked among the Top 30 Best Film Schools by Moviemaker Magazine