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Film Review, Films, Live action short

TRIBECA 2025 SELECTION – From Hand to Hand: The Silent Power of Currency in MONEY TALK$

Directed by Tony Mucci Tony Mucci’s MONEY TALK$ is a striking directorial debut, showcasing the raw potential of an emerging talent with a vision that combines grit and grace. As a director, Mucci’s ability to immerse the audience in the turbulent energy of 1981 New York City is remarkable. Drawing on his experience in the world of music videos, where he’s worked with high-profile artists … Continue reading TRIBECA 2025 SELECTION – From Hand to Hand: The Silent Power of Currency in MONEY TALK$

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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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Film Festivals, Film Review, Short Film

CLEVELAND INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL – Florence Bouvy’s WHERE WE STAY takes a poetic look on love and loss

Florence Bouvy’s Where We Stay (2024) is an intimate portrait of unspoken love that is finally brought into the open through tragic circumstances. The story centers on Carry and Daniel, two close friends who have spent their lifetimes skirting around their true feelings for each other, but now as Carry lies on his deathbed, time is running out for them to finally confront what has … Continue reading CLEVELAND INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL – Florence Bouvy’s WHERE WE STAY takes a poetic look on love and loss

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CLEVELAND INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL – Through its heartfelt storytelling and nuanced performances, Lauren Melinda’s BEFORE YOU stands as a significant cinematic piece

BEFORE YOU, a short film written, directed, and produced by Lauren Melinda, delves into the profound emotional journey of a woman confronting the aftermath of terminating a pregnancy due to medical reasons. Based on true events, the narrative offers an intimate exploration of grief, resilience, and the complexities surrounding such a life-altering decision. ​ The film features compelling performances by Tala Ashe and Adam Rodriguez, who authentically … Continue reading CLEVELAND INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL – Through its heartfelt storytelling and nuanced performances, Lauren Melinda’s BEFORE YOU stands as a significant cinematic piece

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Animation Short, Film Review, Short Film, SXSW

John Kelly’s RETIREMENT PLAN – A Delicate Animated Short Blending Humour and Heartfelt Depth

Co-written by John Kelly and Tara Lawall, Retirement Plan offers a quiet and bittersweet reflection on the transition to retirement. Narrated with gentle restraint by Domhnall Gleeson, the film serves as an ode to the complex relationship we have with time. Whilst time is the keeper of our most precious memories, it is also the force that steals our ambitions and wears down our bodies. … Continue reading John Kelly’s RETIREMENT PLAN – A Delicate Animated Short Blending Humour and Heartfelt Depth

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