Chenxin Yang’s short film SEA OF INK was the winner of BEST FILM at the August 2016 ANIMATION FEEDBACK Film Festival. It’s a two-minute animation about an artist struggling with his creative block and his journey under the sea. Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Chenxin Yang: This animation is more like… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Chenxin Yang (SEA OF INK)
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Interview with Filmmaker Leon Williams (HOWELL)
Leon Williams’ short film “HOWELL” played at the July 2016 Under 5min. FEEDBACK FIlm Festival. It’s mystery meets supernatural meets comedy with a great twist at the end. A must see short film. Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Leon Williams: Nothing in particular. I simply had the idea one day and with… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Leon Williams (HOWELL)
Interview with Filmmaker Veronique Vanblaere (BOTTOMLESS)
Veronique Vanblaere’s short film “Bottomless” played at the August 2016 Animation FEEDBACK FIlm Festival. It’s a documentary meets comedy meets animated work that both funny and heart warming. Terrific film. Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Veronique Vanblaere: My good friend and filmmaker Jen West and I have really fast conversations. We… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Veronique Vanblaere (BOTTOMLESS)
Interview with Filmmaker Oscar Lewis (1916)
Oscar Lewis’s amazing short film “1916” was the winner of Best Animation at the August 2016 Animation FEEDBACK Film Festival. It’s a terrific portrayal of our memories during a dramatic moment in our life. This film should be seen by everybody! Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Oscar Lewis: ‘1916’ was my… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Oscar Lewis (1916)
Interview with Filmmaker Alex Giannoulis (LUCY)
Alex Giannoulis’ short film “Lucy” was the winner of “Best Overall Performances” at the August 2016 Family FEEDBACK Film Festival. It’s a terrific short filled with many layers about the love of a childless married couple who lose their dog. It’s a film I’ve been fortunate enough to watch a few times and each time… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Alex Giannoulis (LUCY)
Interview with Filmmaker Jane Eakin (101 CUPCAKES)
Jane Eakin’s short film “101 Cupcakes” played to great acclaim at the Family FEEDBACK Film Festival in August 2016. The film has many different layers about family, love, and connection through food and the afterlife. Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Jane Eakin: I’d just finished making a really intense suspense thriller,… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Jane Eakin (101 CUPCAKES)
Interview with Filmmaker Jonathan Brooks (GHOSTBOY)
Jonathan Brooks’ short film “Ghostboy” played to rave reviews at the Family/Animation Short Film Festival in August 2016. An animation with a twist of unique comedy and a valuable life lesson. It’s safe to say that Jonathan is an filmmaker and storyteller on the rise. Matthew Toffolo: What motivated you to make this film? Jonathan… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Jonathan Brooks (GHOSTBOY)
Interview with Filmmaker Pepijn Claus (INSIDE)
Pepijn Claus’s short film “Inside” played to rave reviews at the Family/Animation Short Film Festival in August 2016. His film is a classic animation/comedy – something this Generation Xer loved, as it reminded me of my childhood watching Saturday morning cartoons. It was an honor sitting down with him to talk about his short film.… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Pepijn Claus (INSIDE)
Interview with Filmmaker Emeline Castaneda (KADDISH!)
Emeline Castaneda’s short film KADDISH! was the winner of “Best Film” at the 2016 FEEDBACK Horror/Thriller Film Festival. The film was a master in nailing the tone of comedy & horror while telling an engaging story. It was an honor chatting with her about this short and what’s next for the award winning filmmaker: Read… Continue reading Interview with Filmmaker Emeline Castaneda (KADDISH!)
Interview with Editor Valerio Bonelli (The Martian, Philomena)
If you’re interested in storytelling, this is the interview for you. Editor Valerio Bonelli has edited over 30 films in the last 20 years, working with some of the top directors, including many collaborations with Ridley Scott (The Martian, Black Hawk Down, Hannibal, and the Oscar winner Gladiator), and Stephen Frears (Philomena, The Program). In… Continue reading Interview with Editor Valerio Bonelli (The Martian, Philomena)
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