We all carry personal baggage with us. Baggage that consists of decision which we didn’t make, which we would love to re-do and which we would make again next time we face the same problem. No matter how much we want to change our history, it’s just not possible. However, sadly, our history and our…
Tag: Short film
Interview with Pier-Philippe Chevigny, Director of Rebel
In his film Rebel, Pier-Philippe Chevigny takes a lucid and poignant look at the extreme right-wing groups that emerged in Quebec in response to the migration crisis of 2017. We spoke to the director Pier-Philippe Chevigny about the film, it’s politics and his future projects. What inspired you to become so interested in political issues?…
Rebel : In a time where our nations appear internally divided, Rebel helps create a bridge for understanding.
Inspired by real events, Rebel captures the anxiety and desperation thousands of illegal immigrants endured in 2017 while fleeing to Canada in fear of deportation issued by the Trump Administration. A slew of global crises’ has surged in recent years, leading to a rise in illegal immigrants hoping to secure sanctuary in other countries. Regrettably,…
3 Feet : A joy-inducing film capturing an adventurous day with Gonzalo, a ten-year-old boy attempting to keep his shoes clean despite his love for football challenging his intentions
3 Feet is a joy-inducing film capturing an adventurous day with Gonzalo, a ten-year-old boy attempting to keep his shoes clean despite his love for football challenging his intentions. An excellent combination of live-action and animation adds to the film’s whimsy and childlike amusement. Director Giselle Geney pulls audiences back in time to once again…
Charles Xiuzhi Dong’s AFTER CLASS is a symphonic masterpiece of film
After Class by Charles Xiuzhi Dong “There are only two lasting bequests we can hope to give our children. One of these is roots, the other, wings” -Hodding Carter Charles Xiuzhi Dong’s short film After Class is a symphonic masterpiece of film. A virtuoso of film, he takes on an orchestral journey that hums with suspense and…
LOOK AT ME Director Nika Fehmiu “a generation that appears apathetic and even more disconnected”
We caught up with Director Nika Fehmiu to talk about her latest film LOOK AT ME. Nika Fehmiu’s Tribeca selected film ”Look at Me” prompts us to question our disconnect with society Starring Hadley Robinson (Little Women), John Gargan (Homicide City) and introduces Connor Vasile alongside Juliette Alice Gobi On a New York City winter…
Alejandra Jenni’s WORTH is a brilliant film that allows for a more open discussion on a long-overplayed stigma
Worth takes a look at the life of the woman behind the curtain as it were. The reality that unites all of the fairer sex is intimately portrayed in Alejandra Jenni’s honest fictional short film about the uncomfortable taboo topic of, periods. Jenni’s film is an in your face declaration, abiding by societal norms to…
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…
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…
The Confirmation: A must-see, eye-opening, beautiful and well-performed movie
“Everyone has the right to be who they are”. That’s how “The Confirmation” ends. While this should indeed be the case, that’s sadly not for everyone and especially not when you’re a transgender person. The problems and prejudices that transgender people face are now being brought back to our attention thanks to first time director…
