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Sean Cronin’s GIVE THEM WINGS – The true story of a disabled man’s journey

GIVE THEM WINGS is an important film that encourages the audience to reexamine what it means to live with a disability, and the difficulties this minority group must overcome while also promoting acceptance of others despite our differences. Sean Cronin’s second feature entitled GIVE THEM WINGS British feature was inspired by the autobiography Paul Hodgson: Give them Wings which details the life of disabled Darlington … Continue reading Sean Cronin’s GIVE THEM WINGS – The true story of a disabled man’s journey

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THE SHUROO RETREAT; A film about a disgraced journalist who confronts her past and exposes sham shaman

Emrhys Cooper’s directorial debut THE SHUROO RETREAT is a  comedy-drama feature inspired by true events. This film is written and produced by Emrhys Cooper and Donal Brophy, who have recently launched the production company Idyllwild Pictures. Zachary Quinto and Jamie Moss are working alongside them as executive producers. This movie features an outstanding cast with Fiona Dourif, Olivia Sui, Donal Brophy, Tommy Dorfman, Emrhys Cooper, … Continue reading THE SHUROO RETREAT; A film about a disgraced journalist who confronts her past and exposes sham shaman

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HOLLYSHORTS 2022 – HollyShorts are celebrating their 18th year with an all-star line-up including James Franco, recent Emmy Nominee Colman Domingo, June Squibb and more

18th Annual Oscar-Qualifying® HollyShorts Film Festival Reveals its Diverse 2022 Line-up Some of the stars and filmmakers featured this year include Academy Award Nominee® James Franco, Golden Globe and Grammy Nominee Wiz Khalifa, Emmy Nominee Colman Domingo, Rosario Dawson, Nina Dobrev, Penn Badgley, Emmy Award-winner Brian Cox, Academy Award nominee June Squibb, SAG Winner Zachary Levi and more. Screening from August 11-20th, 2022 Los Angeles, CA (July 21st, 2022) — The Oscar® Qualifying HOLLYSHORTS FILM FESTIVAL returns … Continue reading HOLLYSHORTS 2022 – HollyShorts are celebrating their 18th year with an all-star line-up including James Franco, recent Emmy Nominee Colman Domingo, June Squibb and more

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MELBOURNE FILM FESTIVAL – Tom Furniss RUSTLING “A heartwarming tale of two brothers’ battle against fathers’ toxic masculinity”

RUSTLING is a dramatic short that explores the complex dynamics of a sheep-rustling family in rural New Zealand. Tom Furniss wrote and directed this film that examines topical themes like toxic masculinity and the loss of childhood innocence. This movie stars acting newcomers Billy Cox and Eden Flynn, as brothers Hoss and Blue who stand up to their domineering father (played by DC Comics’ Sweet … Continue reading MELBOURNE FILM FESTIVAL – Tom Furniss RUSTLING “A heartwarming tale of two brothers’ battle against fathers’ toxic masculinity”

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INDY SHORTS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL – Spencer Cook and Parker Smith’s ACT OF GOD “A raw Comedy exploring the friendship between a disabled man and his caregiver”

ACT OF GOD is a short film made by friends and co-directors Spencer Cook and Parker Smith. The pair met through friends and became roommates several years ago, their relationship eventually developed to where Parker became not only a caretaker but also a  creative partner. This film explores their friendship and important issues that people with disabilities must face on a daily basis, while remaining … Continue reading INDY SHORTS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL – Spencer Cook and Parker Smith’s ACT OF GOD “A raw Comedy exploring the friendship between a disabled man and his caregiver”

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