Tag: True Story

Academy Awards, Awards Season, BAFTA

Franz Böhm’s ‘Rock, Paper, Scissors’ Emerges As Strong Oscar Contender After BAFTA Win And Academy Shortlist Berth

Franz Böhm’s searing war drama Rock, Paper, Scissors has rapidly solidified its position as one of the most formidable contenders in this year’s Live Action Short Film race, following a major awards-season one–two punch: a win for Best British Short Film at the 2025 BAFTA Awards and a coveted place on the Academy Awards® shortlist. The BAFTA victory not only marks a career milestone for Böhm and … Continue reading Franz Böhm’s ‘Rock, Paper, Scissors’ Emerges As Strong Oscar Contender After BAFTA Win And Academy Shortlist Berth

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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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