Category: Experimental Short Films

Director Biography – Tiffany Rhynard (BLACK STAINS)

Tiffany Rhynard is an artist, activist, and mother compelled to make work that reflects current social issues. Her professional labels include filmmaker, choreographer, dancer, and educator. Having created over 60 works for stage and screen, Rhynard’s choreography, dance films, and documentaries have been presented nationwide from NYC to San Francisco, and internationally in Europe. Her… Continue reading Director Biography – Tiffany Rhynard (BLACK STAINS)

Short Film: BLACK STAINS, 14min, USA, Experimental/Dance

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, the film persistently asks the question: why do we… Continue reading Short Film: BLACK STAINS, 14min, USA, Experimental/Dance

Short Film: WHEN EARTH TOOK A BREATH, 5min., USA, Music

Ora The Molecule’s “When Earth Took A Breath (Are You There?)” depicts our relationship with the natural world. Filmed with a full spectrum camera, plants and trees appear in unfamiliar colours – the sea of red pulsating like alarm bells as we’re reminded of our planet’s climate and biodiversity emergency.

Director Biography – Tim Cash (STRUT – 1980s)

Tim Cash is an Oregon filmmaker whose artistic vision & technical capability allow him to weave a beautiful tapestry of images creating a compelling & involving story. Tim’s feature film, ‘The Astronot’, received awards at over 200 film festivals in 2018 & 2019. His 2019 feature film release of ‘2 Below 0’ has already received… Continue reading Director Biography – Tim Cash (STRUT – 1980s)

Short Film: STRUT – 1980s, 5min., Australia, Music

Pierre’s prized pink flamingo has been brazenly pickpocketed! The shocking crime has led to a phone call to the FBI (Flamingo Bureau of Investigation) & the search is on. The situation grows so dire that the Pink Ninja is called to duty! ‘Strut – 1980s’, directed by Tim Cash, is the lead single off Pennan… Continue reading Short Film: STRUT – 1980s, 5min., Australia, Music

Director Biography – Jesca Prudencio (AMERICAN QUARTET)

Jesca Prudencio is a director, choreographer, and community based artist. She is dedicated to developing new theatrical works that humanize issues and explore the tension between cultures. She focuses on new plays, musicals, and dance theater works in New York, regionally, and internationally. Director Statement This film will do more than just entertain audiences. It… Continue reading Director Biography – Jesca Prudencio (AMERICAN QUARTET)

Short Film: AMERICAN QUARTET, 9min., USA, Music

In a 2030s small town bitterly divided over who belongs, a young Muslim-American woman puts herself at risk when she shares her private, digitized memories with strangers, challenging the status quo in the hope that empathy will triumph over hate. “American Quartet, through innovative storytelling and without speaking a word, poignantly communicates the future of… Continue reading Short Film: AMERICAN QUARTET, 9min., USA, Music

Experimental Festival Testimonial – June 17 2020

Submit via FilmFreeway: Jay Vera Great Film Festival! As a filmmaker, I feel like it’s very important to get quality feedback on your work whenever possible. The dialectic found at this festival empowered me and strengthen my creative muscles.