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An intimate look inside a musician and producer’s collaborative process. Nationally renowned cellist and composer Joshua Roman records his 2020 Music Journal piece “Drive” with Ryan Hadlock, producer at Bear Creek Studio (Lumineers, Brandi Carlile, Vance Joy, Foo Fighters, Soundgarden). Written and inspired by Roman’s personal journey across the country during the height of the… Continue reading Short Film: DRIVE, 18min., USA, Music Documentary

Award-winning filmmaker and digital producer, Salvador Cantellano, specialises in documentary to exploring themes about cultural diversity, community and connection to place. His practice is a blend of fine arts, screen media, community arts practice with a hint of pop culture and flair. Salvador came to the Australia as a refugee in 1989 at the age… Continue reading Director BIO: Salvador Cantellano (SPIRIT ORPHAN)

Scottish migrant Jenna Robertson’s recovery from bushfire and evacuation in the Gold Coast Hinterland through the creation of a new opera. Project Links  Website

Bright World is the solo musical project of actor, singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and visual artist Evan M. Williams. Strong folk and throwback pop influences blend with an indie vibe and hints of world-music flavor to create a sound that is both accessible and atypical; a Paul Simon and Jeff Buckley lovechild, raised by Vampire Weekend,… Continue reading Director BIO: Evan Williams (THE FUTURE BEGINS TODAY)

Analog stop-motion collage animated music video, titled ‘The Future Begins Today’ by the artist Bright World. The video explores the contradictions and complexities of humanity during late-stage capitalism, and our tenuous relationship with the natural world. Project Links  Website  Facebook  Twitter  Instagram News & Reviews “MAKING OF: The Future Begins Today”Behind-the-scenes Documentaryhttps://youtu.be/h-KHs4m75kY “Video premiere: Bright… Continue reading Short Film: THE FUTURE BEGINS TODAY, 5min., USA, Music Video

Huang Yuan Mao, based in Taipei, directs short films, music video and commercials, has been awarded as First Prize of Gatsby Creative Awards. He has directed short films “Drive By”, “Balance” and “Yesterday, Maman died”.

A relationship though montage and water.

Referred to as an auteur filmmaker, Jennifer Kramer is the youngest daughter of legendary filmmaker Stanley Kramer and Golden Globe winning actress Karen Sharpe. Having spent many years on stage and in front of the camera as an actor and classical musician, she is now stepping behind the camera – writing, directing and producing her… Continue reading Director BIO:  Jennifer Kramer and Linda Palmer (NAKUSA)

Nakusa is a disabled girl who is deeply traumatized by the rejection of her mother at one week of age. Stuck inside her alienation, distorted perceptions and longings – she searches endlessly for the love we all need to survive or risks ceasing to exist. Inspired by a traumatic event in Sergei Rachmaninoff’s life and… Continue reading Short Film: NAKUSA, 15min., USA, Musical

Showcase of the best SHORT FILMS in the world today. AUDIENCE AWARD WINNERS: Best Film: MY WEAVING HANDS Best Animation Film: UNFIT Best Experimental Film: HUH Best Sound & Music: TALKIN’ BOUT Theme of night: Life Watch the Audience FEEDBACK Videos: BIRDS OF A FEATHER, 3min., Australia MY WEAVING HANDS, 5min., Mexico HALF OF THE… Continue reading HIGHLIGHTS & VIDEOS: November 2021 ANIMATION Festival