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NEIN FRIENDS, 14min., USA, Drama Directed by Lily Micheline Kaplan A college junior’s patience, courage, and perception are challenged at a surprise birthday dinner, attended by an assortment of nine odd guests, but nein friends. Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film? Nein Friends is loosely inspired by my… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Lily Micheline Kaplan (NEIN FRIENDS)

BUZZ Pollen Nation, 9min., USA, Documentary Directed by Mike Machian Bombus occidentalis, the Western Bumblebee, was one of the most common species found in the western US. Since the late 90’s, this species has experienced steep decline. Kellie Hayden volunteers her time to help track and conserve native bumblebee species. Get to know the filmmaker:… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Mike Machian (BUZZ Pollen Nation)

VADGEVERTISING, 8min., USA, Comedy Directed by Kate Peterson Shortly after the release of his controversial “Healthy Boy Toothpaste” ad, Leo Mann gives Satirical News Magazine, Nitecap, an exclusive behind-the-scenes interview of his new intravaginal advertising agency, and shares his philosophy behind “Vadgevertising.” Get to know Writer/Producer/Star Caryn Ruby 1. What motivated you to make this… Continue reading Interview with Writer/Producer/Star Caryn Ruby(VADGEVERTISING)

SANCTUARY OF HER, 26min., USA Directed by Geoff Poister Two identical twin sisters from Iran create mesmerizing paintings that reflect a major conflict in their lives. Physically, they are two people. But psychologically they feel they are one. The single persona cannot exist in the real world, so the sisters invented an imaginary space where… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Geoff Poister (SANCTUARY OF HER)

CONDUCTING LIFE, 31min., USA, Documentary Directed by Diane Moore In the rarified world of classical music, the road to success is a daunting one. Especially for young conductors. CONDUCTING LIFE follows the remarkable journey of Roderick Cox as he tirelessly pursues his dream — to secure a top position with a major orchestra. Poignant and… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Diane Moore (CONDUCTING LIFE)

BARWON MANSION, 12min,. Australia, Drama Directed by Mia de Rauch Claire has found the strength to leave her unsafe environment and now needs a home that will take her through her journey of trauma. Barwon Mansion is that place. A place that calls to the people who need it’s protection most – for as long… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Mia de Rauch (BARWON MANSION)

METAMORPHOSIS, 48min., USA, Thriller/Horror Directed by Jonathon Kimble Directed, shot, and performed solely by Jonathon Kimble, “Metamorphosis” was filmed during the COVID lockdown of Spring/Summer 2020 in Toledo, Ohio. A man is quarantined alone in his house while his wife is intubated in an ICU. As his whole world is reduced to being trapped inside… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Jonathon Kimble (METAMORPHOSIS)

SPACE JUNK, 9min., USA, Black & White/Experimental Directed by Adam Peltier An astronaut returns to Earth so he can meet his newborn baby girl…and attend his wife’s funeral. https://instagram.com/bigduckpix Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film? As an actor I’m waiting on an audition. As a writer I’m waiting… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Adam Peltier (SPACE JUNK)

THE LOVE SONGS OF OEDIPUS REX, 21min., Canada, Documentary Directed by Luke Sargent Documentary about musician Benjamin Hackman (The Holy Gasp) processing personal loss and heartbreak, through creating a massive concept album. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3303039/?ref_=fn_al_nm_2 Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film? -I think the motivation was fairly spontaneous. I’m familiar… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Luke Sargent (THE LOVE SONGS OF OEDIPUS REX)

ATARAXIA, 15min., USA, Drama Directed by Haley Seppa Ataraxia is a film about 32-year-old female-bodied, queer identified photographer, Mickey, who, due to experiences with trauma and rape as a teenager, has built her adult life around making “safe” choices and hiding behind the lens of her camera. Until she meets Olivia, a 30 year old… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Haley Seppa (ATARAXIA)