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OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: Interview With Krit Komkrichwarakoo, Director of AUGANIC

We had the pleasure of interviewing director Krit Komkrichwarakool on his short film AUGANIC, a captivating story about a queer couple whose bond is tested by an unexpected, otherworldly event. Krit shares insights into his creative process and the inspiration behind this beautifully unconventional film. Given your experience in LGBTQ+ cinema, how do your experiences influence the storytelling techniques used in Auganic? How did you approach … Continue reading OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: Interview With Krit Komkrichwarakoo, Director of AUGANIC

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OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: Jamie O’Rourke’s Haunting Short CALF Uncovers Rural Silence and Resilience in the Face of Domestic Trauma

In Calf, Jamie O’Rourke crafts an intense and unsettling portrait of rural Irish life, shadowed by trauma and isolation. Following a sinister incident on a farm, young Cait must confront a horrific choice, mirroring the tragic weight of domestic abuse in an environment where secrets are kept and suffering is silenced. Through restrained storytelling, the film brings a striking depth to themes of grief and shock, … Continue reading OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: Jamie O’Rourke’s Haunting Short CALF Uncovers Rural Silence and Resilience in the Face of Domestic Trauma

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OSCARS SHORT FILM REVIEW – Aldo Iuliano’s DIVE is a poignant reminder of the resilience of youth and love in the face of adversity

Aldo Iuliano’s Dive is a hauntingly poetic short film that deftly explores the fragility of youth amid the specter of war. Following the tender relationship between Roman and Julia, the film captures a fleeting day of joy at a remote beach, contrasting the innocence of adolescent love with the harsh realities of a violent world encroaching on their lives. Premiering at the 80th Venice Film … Continue reading OSCARS SHORT FILM REVIEW – Aldo Iuliano’s DIVE is a poignant reminder of the resilience of youth and love in the face of adversity

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OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: Kelly Pike’s PICTURE DAY is capturing the nuances of military life and the unique struggles faced by children in that environment. 

  Picture Day is a sensitive and timely exploration of identity, rebellion, and the complexities of growing up as an Asian-American military kid. Directed by Kelly Pike, this poignant short film centers on a young tomboy navigating the challenges of fitting in at a new school while living on Army bases. When a small act of defiance leads to a family crisis, the protagonist is … Continue reading OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: Kelly Pike’s PICTURE DAY is capturing the nuances of military life and the unique struggles faced by children in that environment. 

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OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: Michael Perez-Lindsey’s WILL I SEE YOU AGAIN? masterfully weaves together themes of estrangement, reconciliation, and the haunting echoes of the past

In Will I See You Again?, rising filmmaker Michael Perez-Lindsey makes a striking directorial debut that masterfully weaves together themes of estrangement, reconciliation, and the haunting echoes of the past. Set against the backdrop of a memorial, the film follows two former college teammates, portrayed by an impressive cast including Richard Lawson, Nick Wechsler, and Hosea Chanchez, who are brought together after 20 years apart … Continue reading OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: Michael Perez-Lindsey’s WILL I SEE YOU AGAIN? masterfully weaves together themes of estrangement, reconciliation, and the haunting echoes of the past

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