Author: matthewtoffolo

GUARDIANS OF THE FLAME, 70min., USADirected by Daniel WolffUndeterred by decades of prejudice, post-Katrina neglect, and ongoing appropriation of their traditions, three generations of the extraordinary, multi-talented Harrison family guard their legacy and define what Black masking culture means in New Orleans today. https://www.guardiansoftheflamemovie.org/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088184293417 Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make… Continue reading Filmmaker Daniel Wolff (GUARDIANS OF THE FLAME)

DAYS AWAY, 4min., USADirected by Lawrence StaeblerAfter a fatal tragedy, a community gathers for a memorial service. Meanwhile, a man navigates miles of surreal landscapes, uncertain of what awaits him. http://goodgrief.film/https://www.facebook.com/GoodGriefFilmshttps://www.instagram.com/goodgrief.film/ Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film? Having grown-up with a few members of the band Staleworth, it… Continue reading Filmmaker Lawrence Staebler (DAYS AWAY)

ACRONIUS, 2min., UKDirectd by Dele AjayiAfter decades of turmoil, the Kingdom of Sonuria is finally at peace. This new era, established by the good King Acronius, has been noted for its prosperity. https://www.fluid-lab.com/portfolio/acroniushttps://www.instagram.com/fluid.lab/ Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film? The project started very small, from the cog tunnel… Continue reading Filmmaker Dele Ajayi (ACRONIUS)

I AM KANAKA, 15min., UKDirected by Genevieve SulwayDespite a dark history, a local Hawaiian hero fights to save his culture by teaching language, sustainability and life skills to disadvantaged kids. http://iamkanakafilm.com/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064117771149https://www.instagram.com/saltyparadisefilms Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this film? Ironically, I was on the island of Kauai with my film crew… Continue reading Filmmaker Genevieve Sulway (I AM KANAKA)

KILLING JOKE, 6min., FranceDirected by Yann Ar BranovJoker asks Batman to draw the tarot for him https://www.youtube.com/@LeRamageduCorbeau Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film? Make a new Joker and play it, in a different style, a white clown. 2. From the idea to the finished product, how long did… Continue reading Filmmaker Yann Ar Branov (KILLING JOKE)

THE TALES OF BOBA FETT, 4min., USADirected by Benson MckayAfter a group of smugglers acquire a valuable asset, they soon realize they’re not alone. Without warning, they are being hunted by one of the most feared bounty hunters in the galaxy. https://youtu.be/XEfHLQy-xLk Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film?… Continue reading Filmmaker Benson Mckay (THE TALES OF BOBA FETT)

THE STOLEN KINGDOMS – PILOT, 4min,. UKDirected by Matthew LeeThe series follows the exploits of Siriol, a young mute girl and a small dragon as they journey across the land to help the wildlife. https://www.tealeavespics.com/the-stolen-kingdomshttps://www.facebook.com/TheStolenKingdoms Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film? I have been a huge fantasy fan… Continue reading Filmmaker Matthew Lee (THE STOLEN KINGDOMS)

THE LOST NIGHT, 6min., JapanDirected by YUXUAN ZHANGOne night, at a crowded street, a woman meet these illusions. Everyone passed, but only she couldn’t. This is a dream made with light and shadow. But is it just a ephemeral dream? https://misazyuhin.wixsite.com/misanimationshttps://twitter.com/misa41478318https://www.instagram.com/_misa_3333/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film?This is… Continue reading Filmmaker Yuxuan Zhang (THE LOST NIGHT)

SPIRIT DIVE, 5min., USADirected by Hugo WuSpirit Dive depicts an artist’s exploration of self-identity and recollection of childhood’s wildness and imagination through fragments of dreams. It captures the elusive nature of the artist’s experiences, blurring the boundaries between the past and present, dreams and reality, and confusion and clarity. Utilizing 3D art, virtual production, and… Continue reading Filmmaker Hugo Wu (SPIRIT DIVE)

BOY MEETS GIRL, 21min., USADirected by Ricardo FrancoBoy Meets Girl is a four song comedy musical about a boy and a girl who meet each other at just the right time. Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film? The writer, Dylan Visvikis is a childhood friend. We went to… Continue reading Filmmaker Ricardo Franco (BOY MEETS GIRL)