Chef D’oeuvre Film D’art, 3min,. USADirected by Chris ArmientiWhen a man who’s watched too many French New Wave films has to cook for his blind date, he musters all the abilities and knowledge he’s gained from his favorite genre to knock his date off her feet. Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you… Continue reading Filmmaker Chris Armienti (Chef D’oeuvre Film D’art)
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Filmmaker Kaya Tone (THE CALL OF THE WATER)
THE CALL OF WATER, 19min., USADirected by Kaya ToneFlung into the astral-plane, Nadia must face ancient forces in order to realize her responsibility to her homeland. https://tonefilmproductions.com/call-of-water/https://www.facebook.com/thecallofwater.film/https://www.instagram.com/callofwater.film/ Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film?I grew up in the rolling foothills under the towering, snow capped Rocky Mountains in Gold… Continue reading Filmmaker Kaya Tone (THE CALL OF THE WATER)
Filmmakers Melissa Skirboll & Penny Jackson (OVERDUE)
OVERDUE, 15min., USADirected by Melissa SkirbollA romantic dramedy.Maureen and Jason are each having a very bad night. Their chance encounter gives both a glimmer of hope as they discover a shared past and a connection that brings light to the darkness in their lives. http://melissaskirboll.com/https://www.facebook.com/OverdueShortFilmhttps://twitter.com/MSkirbollhttps://www.instagram.com/melissadirectherfilm/ Get to know director Melissa Skirboll & screenwriter Penny Jackson… Continue reading Filmmakers Melissa Skirboll & Penny Jackson (OVERDUE)
Filmmaker Kiersten White (A DIFFERENTLY – CURATED WORLD)
A DIFFERENTLY – CURATED WORLD, 2min., USADirected by Kiersten WhiteIn this age of Black nostalgia, as we see the remake of classic Black sitcoms and the reimagining of Black excellence using the tools, fashion, entertainment, and mediums of yesteryear– we find that one particular community of Blacks is missing from the mainstream conversation, the LGBTQ+… Continue reading Filmmaker Kiersten White (A DIFFERENTLY – CURATED WORLD)
Filmmakers J Brooke & Beatrice Alda (ROOMMATES)
ROOMMATES, 9min., USADirected by J Brooke, Beatrice AldaAfter completing lengthy prison terms (for murder and arson, respectively), two women forge a strong bond within a nursing home catering to the formerly incarcerated. Creating a positive present tense in the wake of complicated pasts, these survivors cling to simplicity, routine, and each other. Get to know… Continue reading Filmmakers J Brooke & Beatrice Alda (ROOMMATES)
Filmmaker Xenia Ba (STOP BEFORE THE SYSTEM FAILS)
STOP BEFORE THE SYSTEM FAILS, 4min., RussiaDirected by Pavel GreenkevichThe video contains a message about the devastating consequences of neglecting rest. The main character, while dancing, shows different aspects of work life and the constant need to impress. As the video progresses, her dancing becomes more intense, chaotic, which symbolizes the enormous amount of tasks… Continue reading Filmmaker Xenia Ba (STOP BEFORE THE SYSTEM FAILS)
Filmmaker Denis Rustamov (ERASERHEAD)
ERASERHEAD, 2min., Czech RepublicDirected by Denis Rustamovhttps://instagram.com/denysrustamov Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film? Despite the declarative priority of ideas over technologies, because the latter are ultimately considered a product of the same ideas, it is the touching of new technologies, the search for new forms and sounds in… Continue reading Filmmaker Denis Rustamov (ERASERHEAD)
Filmmaker Gordon Howie (BROOMSTICKS ON BROADWAY)
BROOMSTICKS ON BROADWAY, 5min., UKDirected by Gordon HowieIn this whimsical short animated musical, Fellinda Cauldron is inspired by the moon to make a magical dancing potion. Can she over come her doubts and complete her bubbling brew? Broomsticks on Broadway celebrates the joyful aspects of the creative process; paying homage to MGM musicals and old… Continue reading Filmmaker Gordon Howie (BROOMSTICKS ON BROADWAY)
Filmmaker Emmett William Whitaker (UBER)
UBER, 4min., USADirected by Emmett William WhitakerAn Uber driver gets lost in the industrial haze of his job, where he picks people up, drops people off, and does it all over again…like a machine. Get to know the filmmaker: 1. What motivated you to make this film? College!! In lieu of submitting a film application,… Continue reading Filmmaker Emmett William Whitaker (UBER)
Filmmaker Birgitta Liljedahl (POTATO)
POTATO, 14min., SwedenDirected by Birgitta LiljedahlWhen Mother 1 (46) struggles with a tired body, a failed bun-baking project and hopeless over-aged children, Lisa (22) and Dennis (64), conflicts soon escalate beyond what’s accepted by The State of Sweden. The doorbell rings. And The Inspector enters, providing the States quality solution: a shining, new Mother 2… Continue reading Filmmaker Birgitta Liljedahl (POTATO)
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