In his Oscar-qualified short film After Dark, Scottish/Norwegian director Iain Forbes once again proves why he is rapidly becoming one of the most compelling new voices in Scandinavian cinema. With an eye for tension, emotional nuance, and a striking sense of realism, Forbes crafts a story that lingers long after the credits fade, one that reminds…
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CAFUNÈ: A Tour de Force of Animation and Humanity
There are films that entertain, and then there are films that change you. CAFUNÈ is one of those rare cinematic experiences that does both, capturing the heart and soul of its audience in ways that are both emotionally profound and visually spectacular. Directed by Carlos F. de Vigo and Lorena Ares, CAFUNÈ is a masterclass in animation, one that…
Breaking the Silence: HOLY CURSE and the Sacred Rage
Snigdha Kapoor’s HOLY CURSE is a cinematic cry, furious, fragile, and luminous. It’s the kind of short film that grips you by the throat from its first frame and doesn’t let go until long after the credits fade. Here is a filmmaker unafraid to confront the invisible violence of conformity, and in doing so, she delivers a…
Oscar Powerhouses Kim Magnusson and Rebecca Pruzan Back SNIPPED, A Bold Short That Cuts to the Core
When Oscar-nominated producer Rebecca Pruzan (On My Mind) and Academy Award powerhouse Kim Magnusson (Helium, The Danish Poet) join forces, expectations rise, and SNIPPED delivers on every count. Directed and written by Alexander Saul, this bold, darkly comic short finds a piercing humanity in one of the most intimate rituals imaginable. A Jewish convert. A Muslim doctor. One holy snip, and a…
“MONEY TALK$” — A Bold, Gritty, and Electrifying Oscar Contender
Tony Mucci’s MONEY TALK$ is the kind of short film that doesn’t just demand your attention, it grabs you by the collar and doesn’t let go until the final frame. Set against the gritty pulse of 1981 New York City, the most violent year in the city’s history, the film unfolds with the raw immediacy of a…
An Enchanting Masterpiece: THE BOY WITH WHITE SKIN
Simon Panay‘s The Boy with White Skin is an Oscar-qualified short film and a standout favorite this awards season. Shortlisted for the Best Short Film Award at the César Awards—the French equivalent of the Academy Awards—this film captivates with its powerful narrative and evocative storytelling. In The Boy with White Skin, Panay crafts a narrative…
A Cinematic Knockout: BOYFIGHTER Packs a Punch
Boyfighter isn’t just a short film; it’s a visceral experience that grips you from the opening scene and doesn’t let go until the final credits roll. Set against a backdrop of economic struggle and generational violence, this film delves into the raw emotions and deep-seated legacies passed down through a family. Directed by the visionary…
HIGHWAY TO THE MOON Letitia Wright’s Poetic Debut Finds Grace in Grief Letitia Wright’s Poetic Debut Finds Grace in Grief
BAFTA winner Letitia Wright steps confidently behind the camera with Highway to the Moon, a haunting, visually arresting short that blends grounded realism with speculative flair. Commissioned by WePresent and produced through Wright’s own 3.16 Productions, the film marks a striking directorial debut for the Black Panther and Small Axe star, one that positions her as a filmmaker of rare…
THERE WILL COME SOFT RAINS: A Radical Act of Love in a Drowning World
What would you do to protect your loved ones in the face of climate collapse? Would you defy your family? Your faith? Would you dig up the dead? There Will Come Soft Rains asks these questions with an intimacy and urgency that sets it apart from any other climate film in recent memory. Elham Ehsas presents…
Joe Weiland and Finn Constantine’s BAFTA nominated short film MARION is a standout piece of contemporary cinema
“Marion” is a 2024 short film directed by Joe Weiland and Finn Constantine, featuring Caroline Noguès-Larbère, France’s only female bull-jumper, in the titular role. The film delves into the final moments before Marion’s debut performance, highlighting her resilience against entrenched misogyny in a male-dominated arena. Balancing the pressures of her groundbreaking role and motherhood, Marion’s…
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