Reunification: Destroying the 38th Parallel
By Amanda Tuccillo The division between North and South Korea has been around since the Korean War. The division, called the 38th Parallel, is the military line that divides Communism from Non-Communism. The short film, titled 38th Parallel, is an informational video that depicts the division between North and South Korea from the perspective of Koreans. The creator behind this film, Ejun Hong, interviewed three different...
There’s Nothing Wild About Being Yourself
By Tanner Sell Take a Walk on the Wildside is a short film directed by Lisa Rideout that follows Paddy and her shop for the real ones in life. An eccentric and eclectic collection of women’s clothing with an audience of men in mind. Those who crossdress find themselves at home when in Paddy’s realm. Lisa Rideout takes this opportunity to create an elegant and effortless viewing experience that reminds us that in the end, everyone is...
Female Empowerment in El Salvador Through Pedal-Power Technology
By Veronique Manfredini Ciclo de Cambio is an inspiring short film directed by Sarah Frei about Reina Molino, a young woman from El Salvador who travels to Guatemala to study bicycle pedal-power technology. Her goal is to address the lack of opportunities for women and youth in her community, and this film is a powerful example of how one person can make a difference by taking action to solve problems in their community and beyond....
3D Printing for a Better Future
By Veronique Manfredini The short film, What are Some of the Coolest Things That Have Been 3D Printed?, by Lily Marcelin with a voice over by Drew Borden, is an interesting and informative exploration of the many possibilities offered by 3D printing technology. The film showcases a range of objects that have been 3D printed, including prosthetics, pills, robots, and even entire buildings. One of the film’s key themes is the...
Jonah Elias’ Taking Root: Healthy Crops for a Healthy Life
By Rhea Mursalin Taking Root, Jonah Elias’ documentary short, is an inspiring and essential film that delves into a farmer’s determination to safeguard his community’s health. The film follows Mr. Loi, a local farmer in Da Nang, who adopted organic and chemical-free farming practices out of his sense of responsibility. Through interviews with Mr. Loi, his friends and workers, chefs who use his crops, and the Health...
Listening for A Sonic Pulse
By Tanner Sell A Sonic Pulse is a short film produced by Dorothy Allen-Pickard and Antoine Marinot that details the lives of deaf people as they pursue and discover their ability to express through music. Deep vibrations in the club and the production studio give them a unique ability to experience the wonders of live music. This inside look provides everyone with an idea of what it means to be human: disabled or not. ...
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