Director Statement Vulpes is one of the first short films I’ve ever written that has been made. I studied screenwriting in upstate New York before moving to Boston in 2021 to complete my studies at Emerson College. At Emerson, I found an amazing group of people who helped me execute my writing on the screen. I am always fascinated with the human condition and the story of Vulpes represents just that by exploring human’s purpose on earth.
Director Statement This film was based on a real experience our screenwriter (Al Julian) had while leading group therapy sessions several years ago. The project went through a few iterations, and my involvement changed at different steps along the way. Eventually, I realized I had become attached to the characters, the story, the atmosphere, and the central questions to such a degree that I needed to direct the piece. This wasn’t an easy decision, especially since I had signed on to act in it. I guess sometimes you just have to go all in. The story for me was always about a simple question: what does it take for people to really change? A lot of these characters are locked in – mentally, physically, emotionally, spiritually. They have decided what life has to offer and aren’t interested in looking beyond their current views. I’m sure we all know people like that – or believe we do. Perhaps we feel that way ourselves. Hopefully this short will provide some answers we hadn’t considered. Or maybe it will just raise the right questions.
A tiny glimpse into the extraordinary life of Richard Pace. A different approach to life might have seen him crushed under the weight of the physical and mental stresses he has been through since he was a child, however, healing waters have helped him rise above it all!
Director Statement We all know water is the source of all life. But for Richard Pace it’s more than just a source of sustenance – being in the water is an immense source of healing and provides the framework for a loving community. Being able to capture that essence was really heart-warming to see, and it made the filmmaking process a truly special experience.
This is a documentary that only reveals a small slice of Richard’s astounding life. I wanted to literally and figuratively depict what goes on under the surface – both in his body and mind. Loneliness, fear, friendship, hope, love. Years of battling a debilitating bone disease has not worn him down. He’s stronger than ever, and it’s great to see Richard is still keeping pace.
Great to have my mother (Mirae) and father (Jay Jay) involved in this film in various capacities!
Camera & Lens Specs: Cameras: Arri Alexa Classic Lenses: Zeiss CP3 Primes, Sony Cinealta Primes, Zeiss 70-300mm Compact Zoom, Leitz Cine 18mm Summicron-C lens
Director Statement I graduated from NYU University in 2001 and ended up working in post production for 15 years in different spaces — the government space, the corporate space and the broadcast space just to name a few.
One of my most infuriating jobs was for a government contractor. I’m a woman with a high work ethic who likes to get tasks done in the most efficient manner to make the most of my time. This short film is based upon my experiences of being too much of a go-getter, too ambitious, too much in general for a government space. When I tried to conform to the job, I found myself miserable and felt that my talents were being wasted.
In retrospect, I now realize the importance of working in an environment that encourages innovation and imagination is key to uplifting society as a whole.
I made this film to highlight three main statements: 1. Your environment can kill your creativity and imagination if you stay within it long enough. 2. There’s a reason why the energy at the DMV or the Post Office can be somewhat suicidal and, 3. A new job may promise money for financial freedom but can be at the cost of your mental health.
Wrap this all up in a package (where my strengths are in post and improvisational comedy) and the results are the short film satire, The Stamp.
In 19th century Vietnam, Chau is a young bubbling man who does not control his emotions. His meeting with a woman, Master of tea, and the nature, will upset his life.
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A historical fiction story is a fictional story that takes place in the past and incorporates details about the time period to achieve authenticity. These details can include social norms, customs, traditions, and manners. Historical fiction stories can include actual historical figures or events, but the people and their actions are invented by the author.
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A very positive experience overall. I was delighted with some very insightful feedback on “The Birthday List” and love that this festival supports female writers. Highly recommend! Thank you.
I would highly recommend female filmmakers to submit to this festival. Lots of hugely valuable publicity opportunities built into the festival experience. The staff at FEEDBACK Female Film Festival clearly care about what they do and the communication has been really clear and thoughtful. Very admirable that there is a number of these festivals taking place throughout the year.
I really appreciate the ability to hear from the audience members as this is the main thing I miss since many festivals have gone on-line. Here, I am able to get that connection from the comfort of my own home! I also appreciate the opportunity for a podcast interview and other publicity opportunities and am so grateful for the award! Overall it has been a wonderful experience.
I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, but it was really wonderful getting the feedback. Nice to hear unfiltered responses to the work. The organizers are super on it, very communicative. It’s a cool experience.
Our team appreciate that such heart-warming festival does exist. The important thing is to get direct feedback from audiences, and the FFFF built this bridge, we heard a lot of encouraging words from our audiences and we are so grateful about that. Thank you FFFF 🙂
Honestly, I can’t say exactly why. By 2021, it had been four years since I had last directed a fiction film. In the meantime, I had worked as a screenwriter, script doctor, producer, cinematographer, and even as a content creator for Fashion Week. Yet, despite these experiences, all my personal projects had ended in failure.
2020 and 2021 had been particularly difficult years, both professionally and personally. Everything I tried to build seemed to collapse before it could even take shape. I had reached a point where waiting no longer made sense. If I wanted to make a film, I had to do it now, with whatever means I had.
It all started in November 2021, almost by accident. After a night of working in a nightclub, I was driving home when I got stuck in traffic. On a whim, I took out my iPhone and filmed a few shots inside my car, by pure instinct. Once home, I edited the footage to a piece of music by Wojciech Kilar and color-graded it in the style of a film noir. It wasn’t a calculated decision, but a spontaneous urge—as if I were finally allowing myself to do something I had always been told to avoid by client or the global industry.
And then, without fully realizing it at the time, something happened. These images were already telling a story I had yet to write.
Bit by bit, the film took shape in my mind: the story of a couple who love each other deeply but, despite everything, should not be together. As they struggle, they wear themselves out, burn out, and inevitably age—metaphorically.
Driven by this intuition, I kept filming, alone: a hand hovering over a lit stovetop, a snow globe in the shadows, a flickering lightbulb, an empty room where I smoke a cigarette. Then, I edited a teaser and sent it to Olivia Rose, a fellow acting student whose talent had always left me in awe. I asked her if she wanted to turn this into a film—a short, maybe a medium-length, perhaps even a feature. Less than five minutes later, she agreed to join me.
From that moment on, there was no turning back. Tired of waiting for a project to finally materialize, I decided to do everything myself: film alone with my iPhone, with no budget, no crew, and most importantly, no creative restrictions.
Filming began in January 2022 and spanned eight months—forty days of shooting filled with doubt, setbacks, and improvisation.
But above all, without intending it, this film became a catharsis. A raw, unfiltered reflection of my state of mind at that time. It wasn’t planned, yet perhaps that’s what makes it beautiful. Because it was born out of a deep, personal, and artistic necessity—out of urgency.
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Jake & Pete’s Christmas Special, 20min., UK Directed by Luke Marley When the spirit of Christmas seems to have left a small town in Gloucestershire, Jake and Pete must find a way to restore it in time for Christmas.
Seconds in Eternity, 42min., Estonia/Germany Directed by Christian Schu An elegant woman in her later years feels the relentless march of time as she mourns her lost youth and missed chances. Alone in a dimly lit room, her life seems to fade with each cigarette she smokes. She observes a vibrant young woman, envying her youth and vitality. Through her introspections, we explore her deep desires and regrets. The narrative, rich with poetry and flashbacks, takes a dramatic turn with a potential murder, leading to a surprising twist. Despite its dark beginnings as a Film Noir, the film transforms into a celebration of life, ending on a hopeful, life-affirming note.
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Song of A Lost Tribe, in a Cosmic Rhapsody, 4min., Singapore Directed by Susan Mey Lee Lim, Matthieu Eymard, Christina Teenz Tan In a vibrant tapestry of color and sound, “Song of a Lost Tribe in a Cosmic Rhapsody” follows the journey of an ancient tribe of alpacas, each adorned in a dazzling array of hues. Led by a wise leader adorned with striking headgear, the tribe embarks on an epic quest through the cosmic expanse to locate a legendary purple cave, guided by an enigmatic voice from the void, a towering figure, larger than life. Their mission centers on a single, special member—a uniquely colorful alpaca destined to unite with a mystical purple orb within the cave. This sacrificial act holds the key to revitalizing their environment, as the cosmic dust released will purify the world once again. As the tribe navigates the celestial wilderness, they embody themes of unity, purpose, and the interconnectedness of all things, both life and non-life, in a stunning visual and auditory experience.
Messages from the Marsh, Parts 4-6, 3min., USA Directed by Amy Kaczur “Messages from the Marsh” is a work in progress for an immersive experience featuring video projections, sound art, and mapping. The project showcases marsh locations along the US East Coast that are projected to be underwater by 2050 due to sea level rise, tides, and storm surges. Videos highlight the unique otherworldly beauty of these locations, both above and below the waterline, with environmental elements playing a significant role in co-producing the videos.
The Rich Kid Rules (Ep. 1: 362 Rules of a High School Dropout), 59min., USA Directed by A.L. Pruitt, Makenna Perkal A new kind of coming-of-age crime drama series with horses, dance, a dysfunctional family, and an upstairs/downstairs romance with a reverse Cinderella story twist.
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