A Musical Ode to Resilience: Tan Dun Prayers and Blessing
By Rhea Mursalin Tan Dun Prayers and Blessing stands as a significant testament to the human spirit amidst adversity, beautifully captured in this collaborative project by the Bard College Conservatory of Music and edited by Ryan MacEvoy McCullough and Yinglin Zhou. Tan Dun, the Dean of Bard Conservatory, masterfully crafts a composition that transcends its origins during the unprecedented times of the Covid-19 pandemic, evoking deep...
A Celebration of Community Spirit: מכתבי אהבה לניו בדפורד
By Rhea Mursalin Love Letters for New Bedford, directed by Ethan de Aguiar, beautifully captures the essence of New Bedford, מסצ'וסטס, through a rich tapestry of voices and perspectives. This documentary celebrates the city’s vibrant cultural community, spotlighting artists, מחנכים, משוררים, journalists, authors, and vocalists. Through thoughtful storytelling and intimate interviews, de Aguiar seamlessly weaves together...
פרידות שמימיות: מותו של כוכב
By Alex Silverman Death of a Star, בימוי WadeBE ונכתב על ידי שנטל ניאו, tells the story of two NASA engineers with one being more optimistic than the other. The engineers soon discover what their work means to each other. המהנדס הבכיר שקוע עמוק בעבודתו, בזמן שהמהנדס הזוטר מגלה שהוא עוזב את נאס"א, מותיר את המהנדס הבכיר מבוהל. Director WadeBE’s personal connection to the NASA...
A Second Chance At Childhood Through Community
By Zachary Klein Director Samantha Kapinos’ film Supremos (We Will Overcome) is small but deliberate. Kapinos’ short documentary conjures emotions by connecting a larger social problem to a heartfelt story of resilience and community-bonding. ‘Supremos’ follows Araceli, a single Honduran mother raising her two children while studying to finish her high school degree, supported by the Esteli Women’s School. Kapinos is...
A Diverse Range of Musical Styles in Between Two Piers
By Teresa Matuzak This documentary by director Rosie Robinson dives into the Brighton Beach Busking scene. Busking, or street performing, is popular along Brighton Beach, drawing tourists and regulars alike to unique performances every day. Between Two Piers examines how Beach Busking engages the local community, provides a stage for artists, and how social media can influence the performances of artists, for better or for worse....
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