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

OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: Adam J. Graves’ ANUJA is a must-watch that illuminates the intersection of childhood and societal struggles

Adam J. Graves’ Anuja is a poignant exploration of resilience and hope against the backdrop of exploitation and poverty. Following the story of Anuja, a bright nine-year-old orphan, the film delves into the struggles she and her older sister Palak face while working in a back-alley garment factory. When a rare opportunity arises, Anuja must make a choice that could change the trajectory of their … Continue reading OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: Adam J. Graves’ ANUJA is a must-watch that illuminates the intersection of childhood and societal struggles

Mateusz Balcerek’s Sunflower is a poignant and powerful World War II drama that captures the resilience of the human spirit under unimaginable circumstances. Set in war-torn Poland, the film tells the heart-wrenching story of a young Jewish girl hiding in a barn while Nazi soldiers search the surrounding area. Inspired by real events experienced by Balcerek’s grandmother, Sunflower is a gripping depiction of survival, fear, … Continue reading OSCAR SPOTLIGHT REVIEW: With SUNFLOWER Balcerek crafts a moving narrative about the strength of the human spirit during one of history’s most tragic periods

Barnaby Blackburn’s BAFTA-qualified short film Pylon is a gripping exploration of the reckless nature of young masculinity and the devastating impact it can have. Set in a haunting, isolated landscape dominated by a towering pylon, the film opens with a group of boys testing the limits of their bravado, but quickly spirals into a tale of guilt, trauma, and the horrific consequences of their carelessness. … Continue reading BAFTA SPOTLIGHT: Barnaby Blackburn’s BAFTA-qualified PYLON is a masterclass in how to use storytelling to deliver a powerful, unforgettable message

A few years ago, I came across an incredible profile on the Atlantic by journalist Ed Yong about a man who had devoted his entire life to taking care of the last surviving tree snail in Oahu named George. It led me to learning about all the Endlings in our history (which is the term coined to the last survivor of a species whose death … Continue reading OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: Interview with Kelly Yu director of the Oscar-qualifying ‘Endling’ of Indeed Rising Voices