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Producer Kyle Joshua Jacobs (CRISIS)

CRISIS, 6min,. USADirected by Patrick WeiSet against the backdrop of a drought-stricken New York City, this gripping short film delves into the harsh realities faced by its residents as the government imposes a stringent water rationing measure, limiting each individual to just 1 gallon and 3 ounces of water daily. As tensions rise and survival… Continue reading Producer Kyle Joshua Jacobs (CRISIS)

Filmmaker Katherine Connor Duff (THE SLATE)

THE SLATE, 8min., USADirected by Katherine Connor DuffA struggling actress attempts to film a self tape. https://www.katherineconnorduff.com/ Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this film? This film was based on a domestic argument I found recorded on my self tape camera. I lost the argument, I lost the boyfriend, but I… Continue reading Filmmaker Katherine Connor Duff (THE SLATE)

Filmmaker Jimena Larraguivel (HELADO)

HELADO, 3min., UKDirected by Jimena LarraguivelHELADO is a short-film which reflects on how the choices we may or may not make are directly related to how truthful we are to ourselves. It does this through a clown exploration which alludes to our inner most honest feelings and emotions in contrast to our adult overthinking mind.… Continue reading Filmmaker Jimena Larraguivel (HELADO)

Actor/Director Christie Nicholls Nittrouer (IN HOT WATER)

IN HOT WATER, 25min,. USADirected by Christie Nicholls Nittrouer, Ed BallartIN HOT WATER is a sketch comedy short starring Christie Nicholls as an 85-year-old Jane Fonda hosting a talk show in a hot tub. The project has won “Best Sketch Comedy Film” (Culver City Film Festival) and “Best Actress” (Sweden International Film Festival). Get to… Continue reading Actor/Director Christie Nicholls Nittrouer (IN HOT WATER)

Filmmaker Dee Garceau (BLUE DEATH: The 1918 Influenza in Montana)

BLUE DEATH: THE 1918 INFLUENZA IN MONTANA, 56min., USADirected by Dee GarceauAt first Montanans were not alarmed; influenza came and went with the seasons. But this virus was lethal. The 1918 influenza killed more people than WWI & WWII combined. This film explores six individual stories of how Montanans met this public health crisis. People… Continue reading Filmmaker Dee Garceau (BLUE DEATH: The 1918 Influenza in Montana)

Get to know the filmmaking team of HOLE PUNCHED EAR

HOLE PUNCHED EAR, 8min., USADirected by Alan Yammin, Ben TullIn a dystopian Chicago, a poet, bound by a strange countdown clock, struggles to finish a poem as her sister tries to free her. https://holepunchedearfilm.wixsite.com/homehttps://instagram.com/hole_punched_ear/ Get to know:Directors Ben Tull (BT) and Alan Yammin (AY), Post Production Head Blake Huang (BH) 1. What motivated you to… Continue reading Get to know the filmmaking team of HOLE PUNCHED EAR

Filmmaker Jim Schaub (BUSTER KEATON: HOME)

BUSTER KEATON: HOME, 83min., USADirected by Jim SchaubBuster Keaton: Home is a documentary that tells the story of Buster’s early life on the road as a child vaudeville star and how he found his home along the shores of Lake Michigan. Illustrated with rare images of family photos, datebooks and Buster’s personal autograph book, the… Continue reading Filmmaker Jim Schaub (BUSTER KEATON: HOME)

Filmmaker Andy Carruthers (TARARUA S-K)

TARARUA S-K, 22min., New ZealandDirected by Andy CarruthersHave you ever wondered what it feels like to push your limits in the wild, facing the ultimate physical challenge? The Tararua SK Traverse is waiting for you. https://tararuask.com/https://www.facebook.com/TararuaSKhttps://www.instagram.com/tararuask_film/ Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film? I want to inspire people to… Continue reading Filmmaker Andy Carruthers (TARARUA S-K)

Filmmaker Burton Rocks (BURTON ROCKS CALLING)

BURTON ROCKS CALLING, 30min., USADirected by Burton RocksBurton Rocks’ health left him isolated. So, he started calling some of America’s biggest stars.They answered.Forty years later, Burton shares his fascinating collection of interviews for the first time. Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film?Burton Rocks: I wanted to thank my… Continue reading Filmmaker Burton Rocks (BURTON ROCKS CALLING)

Filmmaker Christian Wehrle (WORLD WAR II: THE SHIPWRECKS OF TRUK LAGOON)

WORLD WAR II: THE SHIPWRECKS OF TRUK LAGOON, 45min., GermanyDirected by Christian Wehrle“World War II: The Shipwrecks of Truk Lagoon” is a 45-minute documentary that dives into the haunting underwater world of Chuuk Lagoon, a site of immense historical and ecological significance. Once a formidable fortress for the Japanese Imperial Navy during World War II,… Continue reading Filmmaker Christian Wehrle (WORLD WAR II: THE SHIPWRECKS OF TRUK LAGOON)