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Filmmaker Sonja Grace (SPIRIT TRAVELER: Looking into the Past for a Better Future)

Directed by Sonja Grace Mystic Sonja Grace looks at the breaking point of two ancient cultures on opposite sides of the world and how their history can help us today. Her ability to Spirit Travel back in time gives a new perspective on the Hopi Indians from Northern Arizona and the Celtic people of England,… Continue reading Filmmaker Sonja Grace (SPIRIT TRAVELER: Looking into the Past for a Better Future)

Filmmaker Judie Alice Zhang (CONTENTMENT)

CONTENTMENT, 6min., New ZealandDirected by Judie Alice ZhangA young girl and passionate artist tries her very best to impress with her work. Her quirky and heartwarming journey centres around the theme of self-love. https://www.instagram.com/judiezhangx Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film? Definitely the message behind it. It’s something that… Continue reading Filmmaker Judie Alice Zhang (CONTENTMENT)

Filmmaker Fernando Cattori (BORN CRYING)

BORN CRYING (Nacimos Llorando), 21min., Dominican RepublicDirected by Fernando Cattori“Nacimos Llorando” (Born Crying), is a musical short film featuring two original songs, “Llorar” and “Kintsugi” from Rubio’s new album Venus & Blue, the artistic experiment of renowned Chilean artist, multi-instrumentalist and producer Francisca Straube. https://www.facebook.com/franstraubemusic/https://www.instagram.com/rubiomusic_/ Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to… Continue reading Filmmaker Fernando Cattori (BORN CRYING)

Filmmaker Zoran Prodanovic (THE DISTANCE)

THE DISTANCE, 3min,. USADirected by Zoran Prodanovic“The Distance” is a 3-min knockout film collaboration between Choreographer Marisa f. Ballaro and Cinematographer Zoran Prodanovic. “The Distance” film was “Round 8” in the live dance production of the same name produced by Ballaro Dance at The Underground Theater in NYC; it was filmed at Overthrow Boxing Club.… Continue reading Filmmaker Zoran Prodanovic (THE DISTANCE)

Director Michele Stella (SCHERAZADE’S CLOAK)

SCHERAZADE’S CLOAK, 7min., ItalyDirected by Michele StellaA prince called Kalendar falls in love with a prostitute, Scherazade, who’s under the protection of an evil witch. Thanks to his friends and the help of a goddess, he frees Scherazade https://www.datatalk.it/ Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film?The main reason was… Continue reading Director Michele Stella (SCHERAZADE’S CLOAK)

Filmmaker Regan Vasquez (MAKING USA ENAMEL)

MAKING USA ENAMEL, 17min,. USADirected by Regan VasquezThe documentary “Making USA Enamel” takes viewers on a three-year journey to bring colorful enameling to US soil—in the middle of a global pandemic, too. Meet the people of Lodge Cast Iron who helped create USA Enamel™ in this documentary by Regan Vasquez, featuring interviews with leadership and… Continue reading Filmmaker Regan Vasquez (MAKING USA ENAMEL)

Filmmaker Camila Freiha (DENTRO)

DENTRO, 3min., ItalyDirected by Camila FreihaThe Dentro film series, comprising five distinct chapters, serves as the inaugural video campaign for the accessories brand. These chapters are a creative exploration of Dentro bags, drawing metaphorical connections to different aspects of the human body. Shot across two unique locations – the leather goods factory in Verona and… Continue reading Filmmaker Camila Freiha (DENTRO)

Filmmakers Giacinto Daniele Brancaccio, Valerio Figuccio (IN A FRAME)

IN A FRAME, 3min,. ItalyDirected by Giacinto Daniele Brancaccio, Valerio Figuccio“A fashion film that transports viewers into a world of enigmatic connections between reality and fantasy, drawing inspiration from the evocative atmospheres depicted by Edward Hopper. This visual piece celebrates the beauty and emotions that emerge from the intersection of various forms of artistic expression”.… Continue reading Filmmakers Giacinto Daniele Brancaccio, Valerio Figuccio (IN A FRAME)

Filmmaker Louise Ann Munro & Marcus Kai (BEHOLDEN)

BEHOLDEN, 14min., UKDirected by Leon LopezLee’s only hope of escaping prison on a murder charge is his childhood sweetheart, who is now a lawyer. Will Carlie be willing to revisit the traumatic past, she worked so hard to get away from, in order to save him? https://www.imdb.com/title/tt21036990/https://www.facebook.com/BeholdenFilm/https://twitter.com/TrilateralPhttps://www.instagram.com/beholden_film/ Get to know writer/producers Louise Ann Munro &… Continue reading Filmmaker Louise Ann Munro & Marcus Kai (BEHOLDEN)

Filmmaker Camilo Velásquez A. (EQUILIBRIO)

EQUILIBRIO, 3min., ColumbiaDirected by Camilo Velásquez A.Dance and fluidity. Strength and movement.Energy that arises from the very center and always carries itself in circular motion.Opposing forces that are observed and acknowledged, reflecting and merging at the same time to become one and create balance. https://alamoaudiovisual.com/https://www.instagram.com/alamoaudiovisual/ Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to… Continue reading Filmmaker Camilo Velásquez A. (EQUILIBRIO)