Behind the Drafting Table alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Behind the Drafting Table (movie recommendations, film festival reviews and Austin Film Festival). The closest matches are behind the femme, Women and Hollywood Newsletter and The Orbit. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 14, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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    behind the femme32K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

    From recent posts: Behind the Femme is a weekly newsletter blending memoir-style essays on fashion, lifestyle, and career transitions with occasional sponsored content. It targets women navigating personal growth, style identity, and…

    Likely audience: aspiring screenwriters

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

    From recent posts: Women and Hollywood Newsletter publishes weekly digests of film and TV news focused on women and non-gendered creators, covering series developments, streaming and theatrical releases, and trailers, alongside occasional…

    Likely audience: Film enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    The Orbit4K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

    Creative culture, design oddities & internet ephemera.

    Likely audience: internet culture observers

    1 shared topic

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    krimeguys3K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 44 days ago

    A newsletter blending my love for graffiti with storytelling through exclusive photos and comics. It captures the spirit of a classic zine with the speed and convenience of email.

    Likely audience: graffiti writers

    1 shared topic

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    Lingo on Docs3K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 24 days ago

    From recent posts: Lingo on Docs publishes opinion pieces, interviews, and reviews focused on documentary filmmaking, film festivals, and the Letterboxd platform. The publication targets filmmakers, industry professionals, and cinephiles…

    Likely audience: Documentary filmmakers

    1 shared topic

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    LaChelle Rising 2K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 17 days ago

    From recent posts: LaChelle Rising publishes interviews, event announcements, and cultural reflections focused on independent film, music events, and community infrastructure. The publication targets audiences interested in Brooklyn…

    Likely audience: Independent filmmakers

    1 shared topic

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    The Scumbler1K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    From recent posts: The Scumbler publishes a mix of personal essays, film festival reviews, and guest artist posts covering topics like pregnancy, cinema, and illustration. It is written for readers interested in eclectic, first-person…

    Likely audience: Halloween enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    That Thing They Did1K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 18 days ago

    Likely audience: Voice actors and industry professionals

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

    Film reviews across the entire cinematic spectrum, written by someone who has spent way too much time watching movies.

    Likely audience: Film enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

    Film and stuff, with a particular focus on Bible films.

    Likely audience: entertainment journalists

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

    From recent posts: Buttered Popcorn publishes diary-style film festival dispatches and practical guides for attendees of the New York Film Festival, focusing on screenings, logistics, and local dining near Lincoln Center. The publication…

    Likely audience: Film enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

    I write about how films are marketed, and how stories grow into cultural ecosystems beyond the screen.

    Likely audience: Film industry professionals

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

    How to build a personality out of pop culture. The latest emotions from film and music writer Eric Webb.

    Likely audience: Pop culture critics

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago

    Likely audience: Independent filmmakers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 17 days ago

    Exploring horror and cinema through the perspective of a trans girl, one movie at a time.

    Likely audience: Film enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    From recent posts: Extremely Helpful publishes casual digests of pop culture recommendations—TV shows, podcasts, books, and seasonal costume ideas—alongside odd news and media-industry reflections. It is written for general entertainment…

    Likely audience: TV viewers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 25 days ago

    Now. Next.

    Likely audience: film enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 21 days ago

    Cine Casita 2026 explores living cinema—outsider filmworks beyond global streaming, returning film to a gathering of disciplines and a social creative outlet.

    Likely audience: Independent filmmakers

    1 shared topic

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    LinkedInEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

    We bring your OTT industry changes & updates to you monthly

    Likely audience: filmmakers

    1 shared topic

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    LinkedInEvery two weeks · last post 30 days ago

    Showcasing Game Artist Jobs from the Gaming Industry

    Likely audience: Game Developers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 22 days ago

    Documenting Electronic music culture in Nigeria & Beyond. People. Spaces. Sounds.

    Likely audience: Electronic music producers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 44 days ago

    We aim to promote the vibrant culture, lively traditions, and stunning landscapes of the Philippines to the world. For travelers, tourists, Filipinos everywhere and anybody who is interested or curious.

    Likely audience: Filipino diaspora

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 14 days ago

    From recent posts: ANRI publishes a bi-weekly newsletter targeting investors and researchers, covering venture capital deals, scholarship announcements for humanities and young researchers, and interviews with key industry figures. The…

    Likely audience: Venture Capitalists

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 14, 2026

    Likely audience: Family moviegoers

    1 shared topic

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