Emily’s Mountain, 22min., Israel Directed by Tal Somech Emily celebrates her 6th birthday on a magical trip with her family and is slowly exposed to the horrifying reality that her parents are trying to conceal from her using modern technology and entertainment systems.
I have to really thank the actors for my reading, nothing short of terrific as they were, nothing short of incredibly smart, attractive, and perceptive as they were. They brought the script to life. – F. Maffai
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A paranormal story is a work of fiction that explores phenomena and beings that are beyond the scope of scientific understanding. They include elements like ghosts, vampires, werewolves, witches, and other entities that cannot be explained by the laws of nature. They can be set in the real world, but generally includes elements that defy scientific explanation.
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The Western is a film genre defined by the American Film Institute asfilms which are “set in the American West that [embody] the spirit, the struggle, and the demise of the new frontier.” Generally set in the American frontier between the California Gold Rush of 1849 and the closing of the frontier in 1890.
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Thank you Toronto/Los Angeles Documentary Feature & Short Film Festival for the award and selection this year of my short film “Terra Draconis: posterity and prosperity of fossils in the modern age”! It has been an honor to be a part of your festival. I only wish I could have been there in person this year.
Incredible festival that gives you a ton of bang for your buck with the fest perks! Thanks again for the best cinematography award!
A wonderful festival all around, it was a great pleasure being apart of it!
Great communication from this Festival – they were totally on it! Feedback from audience reviews extremely honest and helpful. I would highly reccommend it. Gabi Lowe Executive Producer of the Documentary “Get Me To 21 – The Jenna Lowe Story”
A terminally ill Vietnam veteran finds solace and purpose in rescuing an abused dog no one else wanted, rediscovering the meaning of life and the profound power of companionship.
Review by Julie Sheppard:
While this short Roxy & The Man runs only 28 minutes, it is chock full of heart. Although the film notably appeals to dog fans given its central canine figures, its messaging is one of love, and faithfulness – themes of universal appeal.
From the outset with the quote “Dog Spelled backwards is God”, we can tell that the creators have an engaging sense of humour. This humour is played out beautifully by the lead performer whose humble honesty and kindness shine through both vocally with his soothing, raspy voice and visually with his physical expressions of cheeky warmth. The clever cinematography often zooms in on his friendly face and on the adorable dogs in the film. There are also many gorgeous scenes of a pristine beach, palm-lined vistas, and a striking sunset.
The screenplay moves the action along at a good pace, as you sense that the lead is beating the odds, beyond his initial cancer diagnosis, largely due to his ongoing connection with geriatric dogs.
Perfectly complementing the heartwarming sentiment of the film is the resonant soundtrack, with its melodic guitar, poignant piano and stirring vocals about togetherness.
The quote near the end “You can’t buy love, but you can rescue it” serves the film perfectly – as with the opening quote, man’s best friend takes on a saving, spiritual role!
Written & Directed by Joey Medina Starring: Paul Rodriguez
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