We talk to Brotherhood Director Meryam Joobeur about her award winning film, the casting process and what people would like to take away from the film. Brotherhood is under Oscar Consideration and is our favourite to take home the 2020 Academy Award! Hi Meryam, how are you doing? I’m doing great! Currently in Sayada, my hometown…
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Brotherhood: Torn between war, family, and belief
Having a loving, caring and compassionate family is the best thing you can hope for. Whether it’s your parents who are always there for you or your siblings with whom you have a great time, being loved is such a great feeling. Sadly, due to unforeseen and unfortunate events, this isn’t as easy as it…
A Million Eyes Director Richard Raymond “A Million Eyes is an American set story, but I’m a British filmmaker”
We caught up with director Richard Raymond to talk about his latest film A Million Eyes. A Million Eyes shares the story of a young photographer, grappling with his mother’s alcoholism, who sets out to capture his own truth. The film introduces 13-year-old Elijah M. Cooper in his debut film role. Having only wrapped production this summer the film is already receiving rave reviews and…
Marriage Material: A cheerful and dark short movie about finding love
For some of us, it’s something we have to think about for a while, for others, it’s been a childhood dream: Getting married to the love of your life. Having the most amazing wedding dress, a gorgeous ceremony and friends and family who are by your side during this big day. For Leah, getting married…
Exclusive interview with the award winning Director Richard Prendergast
We recently reviewed the live action short film Sylvia, which is currently Under Oscar Consideration. Here is a snippet of how much we love the film: After been awarded numerous accolades such as ‘Best Film’ at The American Pavilion at Cannes, ‘Best Actress’ at the New Renaissance Film Festival, the ‘Jury Award for Best of…
The Gold Movie Awards Launch the GMA Expo and Academy on the 9th January 2020
The Gold Movie Awards were created by Italian director Marco Recalchi, actor and producer Jason Matthewson and Antony Reolon, in partnership with The Old Film Farm, Ikon Films and Skyup Academy. The GMA’s exhibit the best in upcoming and seasoned filmmakers alike, providing a crucial platform to showcase their work and be awarded in a…
Sylvia: An incredibly emotional and moving socially important film
If you’re going on a road trip, you’re always in for a great time. Music blasting out of the speakers, you, your friends and family having amazing moments and just becoming one with the world for once. Not everyone is that lucky. Just ask Mandy, the lead character in the debut film from writer/director Richard…
ONE TO WATCH – After taking home a BIFA, could Director Dekel Berenson win an Academy Award?
Awards season is upon us and we have a close eye on the directors and films we think could go all the way in the live action short category. Dekel Berenson has only been in the business three years and is already making a name for himself in the industry. His film Anna just won…
Interview with Director Jack Hickey: “It was inevitable that I’d try and make my own work”
Fresh off of the excitement of the UK Premiere for short film Cynthia, actor turned director Jack Hickey talks to us about making his first film. With previous roles in Penny Dreadful, Game of Thrones and Mary Shelly Jack is no stranger to being in front of the lens. He enters as a director with his…
Cynthia: A stunning short film about the importance of love
We all want it. Someone to hold, to love and to be with for the rest of our lives. Not everyone finds it as easy to come across as others, especially not when your love for a person isn’t mutual. Sadly, that’s what happened to Cynthia, her unanswered love results in a tragic event told…
