A journey from source to sea, River is a cinematic and musical odyssey that explores the remarkable relationship between humans and rivers. Throughout history, rivers have shaped our landscapes and our journeys; flowed through our cultures and dreams. RIVER takes its audience on a journey through space and time; spanning six continents, and drawing on
Pete the Pond has spent the last 20 years trying to return Britain”s aquatic wildlife to its former glory. Despite his best efforts, the abundance of creatures he remembers from his childhood are quickly disappearing. As he sets out to build yet another wildlife pond in a British garden, a letter from his local council
PARALLEL WORLDS ART in FILMProgram 2 The Lost Leonardo (2021), a documentary from Danish filmmaker, Andreas Koefoed, traces the discovery of the rare “Salvatore Mundi” by the Renaissance master, Leonardo Da Vinci; the painstaking process of vetting its veracity and uncovering the multi-layered stories and mysteries surrounding this rare art find which initially sold for
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Woman in Entertainment: A Generational Lens 2020 marked the Year of the Woman, it also brought the indictment of Harvey Weinstein and became the demarcation for women to gain agency, increased representation on the big screen and behind the camera. Join this dynamic conversation reflecting on where women have been, what has been gained and
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The entertainment industry has undergone a seismic shift in how content is created, stories are developed and films are distributed. This became even more pronounced during the global pandemic as people left the big screen for their tv’s, tablets and even smartphones to consume films. Where is the industry headed and what does that mean
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Well-crafted bite sized storytelling isn’t always easy. Distilling down a story plot or tackling a subject requires a unique sense of timing, editing and storyboarding. Join award-winning filmmakers as they share their secrets, insight and strategies to creating a meaningful and effective short film.
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A single chord, a well-timed “thump” or a dramatic film score can transport the audience emotionally to a new level of immersion. Music, sound and song, play a key role in directing the audience where the film wants to lead them. Join top musicians and filmmakers as they discuss the importance of the perfect score.
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Churchill, Manitoba, is famous as an international destination for photographing polar bears. We”ve seen the majestic images and classic wildlife series captured here – but what do these bears see of us? Through a shift in perspective ”Nuisance Bear” reveals an obstacle course of tourist paparazzi and wildlife officers whom bears must navigate during their
This amazing collection of shorts highlights the cinematic talent in our own hometown. This collection is a snapshot of beautifully crafted stories that make us all proud to be San Diegans.
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