The Global Search for Education: How Gone Explores Teen Friendship, Loss, and Safety
This month on Planet Classroom, audiences can screen Gone, directed by Hunter Nickless.
Gone: A Poignant Reflection on Friendship and Loss
By Juan P. Voorduin Directed by Hunter Nickless, Gone is an emotional teen drama that delves into themes of friendship, loss, and personal growth. The film follows Luca, a teenager struggling to adapt to a new life in the countryside after moving away from his best friends, Lindsey and Ali. Though he stays connected via video calls, the distance leaves him feeling disconnected. Nickless masterfully plays with audience expectations,...
The Global Search for Education: Hunter Nickless on the Journey Behind Beyond the Gate
This month, audiences can screen Beyond the Gate on the Planet Classroom Network.
Beyond the Gate’s Haunting Journey
By Swetal Patel Beyond the Gate, directed by Hunter Nickless, is a haunting short film that explores the liminal space between life and death. The story centers around a mysterious gate leading to an unknown realm and the protagonist’s journey to confront deep-seated fears and regrets. The film’s atmospheric visuals and muted color palette create a foreboding mood that envelops viewers, emphasising the psychological tension...
The Global Search for Education: Unity Through Dance – The Story Behind Sisters: We Are Family
This month, audiences can screen Sisters: We Are Family on the Planet Classroom Network. This film is curated by Planet Classroom. Written and directed by Ying Chu, Sisters: We Are Family features The Chung Wah Dance Group, an ensemble with dancers from Hong Kong, Malaysia, Taiwan, Vietnam, South Africa, and Mauritius. Through interviews, the documentary reveals the dancers’ history, dedication, and unique motivations as...
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