Tag: Female filmmaker

Film Festivals, Film Review, Films, Live action short, Short Film, Tribeca Film Festival

From Pain to Purpose: The Quiet Power of RISE

Jessica J. Rowlands’ RISE is not only a monumental moment in Zimbabwean cinema—being the first film from the country selected for a premiere at the prestigious Tribeca Festival—but also a deeply moving piece of storytelling that resonates far beyond its local setting. Rooted in the true story of Tobias Mupfuti, a boxing coach who turned personal pain into collective purpose, RISE is a short film that punches far above … Continue reading From Pain to Purpose: The Quiet Power of RISE

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Academy Awards, Awards Season, Filmmaker Interview, Filmmaker Spotlight, Films, Live action short, Oscars, Short Film

***** OSCAR CONTENDER – Interview with Zineb Oukach director of ‘Interruption’ – abortion in a patriarchal society 

1. How did you find the experience of Producing a film which you wrote and starred in too? I felt I was doing a meaningful work and creating a film from scratch with everyone was very rewarding. I loved the business side of moviemaking and the challenge to work with a very limited budget. The writing was an enjoyable process for me, as a child … Continue reading ***** OSCAR CONTENDER – Interview with Zineb Oukach director of ‘Interruption’ – abortion in a patriarchal society 

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Film Festivals, Films

REVIEW – Mulan Fu’s animated short film BEAUTIFUL is magical

Mulan Fu is triple threat, as she is an animator, director and composer! Her short film BEAUTIFUL has been selected for numerous high profile film festivals and most recently Indyshorts International Film Festival. This lovely little film shares the beautiful relationship between a mother and daughter, that unbreakable bond and all that comes with that. Watching the girl try to walk in her mothers big … Continue reading REVIEW – Mulan Fu’s animated short film BEAUTIFUL is magical

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