In Search Of Lost Time Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from Dance & Music Festival August 2020

IN SEARCH OF LOST TIME, 7min., USA, Dance Directed by Marta Renzi A man and a woman inhabit the same surreal location though not, apparently, at the same time. Marta Renzi directs this black-and-white meditation on memory and absence, joined by long-time collaborators Charles Caster-Dudzick (camera), as well as Aislinn MacMaster & David Thomson (performers).… Continue reading In Search Of Lost Time Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from Dance & Music Festival August 2020

The Next Stop Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from Dance & Music Festival August 2020

THE NEXT STOP, 5min., UK, Dance Directed by Jonathan Pearson ‘The Next Stop’ is the story of Rochelle Roy, AKA ‘Mo The Dancer’, and her journey through the male-dominated world of New York street dance. Growing up in Brownsville, Brooklyn, Mo has always been surrounded by, and had a connection to dance. The Next Stop… Continue reading The Next Stop Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from Dance & Music Festival August 2020

Half A Man Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from Dance & Music Festival August 2020

HALF A MAN, 3min., UK, Dance Directed by Jessie James Half a Man is a short concept dance film conceptualized, directed, and choreographed by Jessie James. Featuring an all male cast, It explores the darkness we hold that keeps us from the love of others.

The Fiddle Player Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from Dance & Music Festival August 2020

THE FIDDLE PLAYER, 10min., USA, Music/Drama Directed by Jingnan Wang ‘The Fiddle Player’ is a story about an exceptional violinist who cannot find a job. When she is about to give up her dream she finds hope in an old high school friend, who turns the tables on their friendship and her career.

Unexplainable Substance Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from Dance & Music Festival August 2020

UNEXPLAINABLE SUBSTANCE, 5min., Ukraine, Music Directed by Maksym Kotskyi Mister Governor couldn’t even imagine how thoroughly she has been preparing for him to pay a visit. A total reimagining of Franz Kafka’s creation “The Metamorphosis”, inspired by the music of Gibkiy Chaplin.

Dojo Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from Dance & Music Festival August 2020

DOJO, 4min., France, Music Directed by Nikodem During a judo tournament, two young boys face each other, under the gaze of their parents. The pressure rises in the room.

Little Big – Go Bananas Music Video, Audience FEEDBACK from Dance & Music Festival August 2020

GO BANANAS, 3min., Russia, Music Directed by Alina Pasok, Iliya Prusikin Watch the Video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADlGkXAz1D0

Golden Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from Dance & Music Festival August 2020

GOLDEN, 8min., USA, Dance Directed by Kate Mitchell GOLDEN, a wordless dance film, uncovers the independence, intellectual curiosity, and sexual vibrancy hidden within the domestic life of a woman, as portrayed by a solo dancer. In dream-like sequences, she encounters the self she has been and the self that she can become. From her musings… Continue reading Golden Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from Dance & Music Festival August 2020

HIGHLIGHTS & VIDEOS: Experimental, Music & Dance Festival – August 4, 2020

AUDIENCE AWARD WINNERS: BEST FILM: GO BANANAS BEST DANCE FILM: HALF A MAN BEST MUSIC FILM: IN THE SAME DIRECTION: JEFF PIFHER & SOCRATES’ TRIAL BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY: WHILE SHE WAITS BEST PERFORMANCES: LIKE HOLY WINE BEST SOUND & MUSIC: SMOKE FOR THE CLOUDS Theme of night: Unique surroundings NOTE: Festival took place during the COVID-19… Continue reading HIGHLIGHTS & VIDEOS: Experimental, Music & Dance Festival – August 4, 2020

Black Stains Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from July 2020 Experimental Festival

BLACK STAINS, 14min, USA, Experimental/Dance Directed by Tiffany Rhynard Black Stains addresses the systemic pattern of racial profiling by the police. Inspired by the personal experiences of choreographer Trent D. Williams, Jr., the film illustrates the reality of being black in the United States. Through interviews with men of varying ages and robust athletic dancing,… Continue reading Black Stains Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from July 2020 Experimental Festival