Tackling the Basics of Machine Learning: Explain Machine Learning to a Kid
Mar01

Tackling the Basics of Machine Learning: Explain Machine Learning to a Kid

By Rhea Mursalin  The short film, Explain Machine Learning to a Kid, created by Veronique Manfredini, proves both informative and essential in elucidating the foundational elements of machine learning. Machine learning, a subset of artificial intelligence, empowers computers to perform tasks and make decisions. This project aims to disseminate knowledge and insight into how machine learning functions, utilizing engaging graphics...

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Revolutionizing Zoos: A Conservation Wake-up
Mar01

Revolutionizing Zoos: A Conservation Wake-up

By Emily Brooks In the educational film, Revolutionizing Zoos: From Entertainment to Conservation by Lina Tellefsen, the prevalent issue of zoos prioritizing profits over animal welfare is skillfully addressed. Tellefsen uses visuals and voiceover to explore the significant problems zoos face, including insufficient medical care, proposing solutions to transform them into bastions of animal protection. The information is thoroughly...

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Tackling Ocean Threats: What Do You Know About the Global Ocean Treaty?
Mar01

Tackling Ocean Threats: What Do You Know About the Global Ocean Treaty?

By Jack DeWitt The short film, What Do You Know About the Global Ocean Treaty?, addresses the precarious state of the world’s oceans and questions the potential efficacy of a Global Ocean Treaty. Producer Esmeralda Hernandez De La Torre emphasizes the treaty’s importance in promoting ocean health. De La Torre lays the groundwork with ocean facts, detailing the objectives of the latest Global Ocean Treaty version. Exploring...

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The Mesmerizing Sounds of Der Heyser Bulgar
Feb01

The Mesmerizing Sounds of Der Heyser Bulgar

By Rhea Mursalin Der Heyser Bulgar, performed by the Bard Conservatory Orchestra, highlights a transformative night filled with the enchanting sounds of clarinet player David Krakauer and the accompanying talents of the Bard Conservatory Orchestra.  Krakauer, widely considered to be one of the finest Clarinet players in the world, does an excellent job of holding the attention of the audience as he delivers a remarkable rendition...

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Channeling Your Inner Superhero
Feb01

Channeling Your Inner Superhero

By Rhea Mursalin Step into a world of superheroes, villains, challenges, and perseverance in the short film Andy & Kaliope, directed by Catriona Rubenis-Stevens. Andy & Kaliope is an inspiring and emotional short film that follows a young, disabled boy’s quest to find a place where he can feel at home. As he struggles with the reality of being between foster home placements, young Andy seeks comfort in his love of superheroes...

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Threads of Tradition: Tradition Under Attack
Feb01

Threads of Tradition: Tradition Under Attack

By Alex Silverman Threads of Tradition is directed, produced, edited, written, and cinematographed by Eshaan Mani. In the village of Darasuram in South India, a tradition held by the locals for over 1000 years is on the line. This short documentary follows the Arivu family, residing near the world-famous Airavatesvara Temple. For generations, they’ve worked as handloom weavers, creating and selling saris, a traditional women’s...

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