MR. BULLOCH: CHICAGO’S DONUT KING, 5min., USADirected by Claude Edward FethiereThis short film celebrates Mr. Buritt Bulloch the successful owner of Old Fashioned Donuts Incorporated, a business which has thrived in the financially blighted Chicago south side neighborhood of Roseland for over 50 years. Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this… Continue reading Filmmaker Claude Edward Fethiere (MR BULLOCH: CHICAGO’S DONUT KING)
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Filmmaker László Illés (HAUNTING TROPHIES)
HAUNTING TROPHIES, 2hr 26min., HungaryDirected by László IllésA young man hiking deep in the woods finds a female corpse manipulated in a bizarre manner. Shocked by the discovery, the man realizes that he is not alone on the scene. The murderer starts hunting him in order to protect his identity. https://www.facebook.com/hauntingtrophieshttps://www.instagram.com/hauntingtrophies Get to know the… Continue reading Filmmaker László Illés (HAUNTING TROPHIES)
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 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 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)
Filmmaker Giuseppe Masi (A WORLD OF MIRRORS)
A WORLD OF MIRRORS, 8min., USADirected by Giuseppe MasiLorenzo struggles with the aftermath of coming out to his parents causing a downward spiral into the depth of self acceptance. https://www.worldofmirrorsmovie.com/ Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film? It’s based on a short story written by Lorenzo Donvito, also the… Continue reading Filmmaker Giuseppe Masi (A WORLD OF MIRRORS)
Filmmaker Ella Bourne (GREAT OCEAN LOVE)
GREAT OCEAN LOVE, 30min., AustraliaDirected by Ella BourneGreat Ocean Love is part documentary, part road-trippin’ surf flick that follows Belinda Baggs, Linley Hurrell, and Lilly Pollard on a journey of discovery along the Great Ocean Road. Centred around the teachings of Gunditjmara whale dreamer Yaraan Bundle. Along the way, they meet saltwater women who share… Continue reading Filmmaker Ella Bourne (GREAT OCEAN LOVE)
Interview with Filmmaker Hannah de Groot (TIME AT WOODPINE)
TIME AT WOODPINE played to rave reviews at the April 2020 Female Film Festival. A Film Freeway Preferred Festival: Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Hannah de Groot: I really leaned into the collaborative process, with my cast and crew motivating me with their fresh perspectives, creativity, and hard work whenever I… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Hannah de Groot (TIME AT WOODPINE)
Interview with Filmmaker Hadley Hendon (BLESSING)
BLESSING was the winner of BEST FILM at the November 2019 Documentary Short Film Festival in Los Angeles. Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Hadley Hendon: I found Al Nour through a program I went to Morocco with, Actuality Media. They do preliminary research into a few organizations and the filmmakers get… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Hadley Hendon (BLESSING)
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