A documentary focusing on the history and current work of women in the field of special effects.
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A documentary focusing on the history and current work of women in the field of special effects.
When Hannah's customer and Delores' theater rival is murdered, Hannah must find her killer in order to save her mother's reputation. Chad and Hannah's romance blossoms.
Nearly 250,000 South Korean children were adopted to the West as “orphans” in the 60 years following the Korean War. Some to loving homes. Others to tragic ends. Raised in places where they looked like nobody else, many were told to forget their past and be grateful. But the innate desire to understand where you came from has led many Korean adoptees to search for their roots. In the process, they discover lies in their past and families they never knew existed. In this documentary series, correspondent Wei Du travels around the world to meet Korean adoptees and accompany a few on their journey to reclaim who they are. Together, they reveal how an “orphan rescue” mission separated families and erased the roots of hundreds of thousands.
A fresh look at the FBI's investigation into the 2016 Trump Campaign and its many contacts with the Russians. What triggered the investigation, and what did it find? And why - apropos of nothing - does Donald Trump keep bringing up that salacious rumor about Russian prostitutes in a Moscow hotel? Narrated by Stormy Daniels, star witness at the 2024 trial that resulted in Trump being convicted of 34 felonies. —Joe Ayella
Within the the confines of a the girls bathroom, Lucia and Ana skip class to create a world of their own away from the watchful eye of authority.
After a jail stint, Slim hears about hidden legendary cough syrup and plots to steal it with his partner Pack, leading to betrayals and danger as they chase the score through the criminal underworld.
Marine Grace Thompson joins the LAPD following the footsteps of her brother Michael. But when Michael is murdered, Grace must piece together the puzzle by following leads of corruption and cover-ups that run deeper than she ever imagined.
Described as the first feature-length film created entirely with artificial intelligence, Stardust Future examines climate crisis, conflict, mortality and human awareness through a philosophical lens that questions whether advancing technology can coexist with natural balance.
After cheating on his girlfriend, a teenage boy finds himself caught up in a web of lies - told entirely over phone calls.
Faced with constant rejection, an ambitious actor finds himself drawn into a strange venue for one last chance at stardom.
Damiano David's short film for the presentation of his first somo album: Funny Little Fears. He speaks and sings about his fears.
This short film, made for a 48-hour film festival, tells the story of a secret agent on a mission to save the world.
Hijinx ensue when Pinky, an ambiguous foreigner, seeks human connection in the streets and recreational grounds of Fulham, London.
In the middle of capitalist America, a working woman daydreams of a life of luxury while stuck in the confines of her mundane office job.
A group of college students in Idaho, celebrating the end of the school year, find themselves stalked by a viscous serial killer obsessed with female skin.
A college student finds himself at the center of a wealthy businesswoman's deadly scheme.
A scientist creates a time machine and kills their younger self to see what would happen. And that self-obsessed, misanthropic, mad genius of a scientist is Tim Travers. And the universe was bad enough with only one of him.
A young woman survives a car accident then six months later has devastating dreams about a masked killer coming after her. Is it all in her mind or is someone out to get her?
Boomerang is a short film set in a post-collapse Berlin 50 years into the future: Raven finds an old diary from a 2020s pro Palestine activist and gets inspired to try some of its "recipes for disaster". Shot in an ASMR-style this experimental film is filled with sneaky folk songs leading Raven to turn their sadness into rage, and their rage into action. It's an attempt at making a piece of agit prop directed at passive "allies" and liberals who are too busy protecting their cushy lives, to realise their inactivity is making them complicit. It’s a film about the process of changing your mind, about what you’re gonna do, when presented with new information.
Born to Tibetan immigrant parents in America, 11-year-old Pema has always felt the protective embrace of her close-knit community, and the overprotective eye of her father, Kelsang. However, an unexpected incident reveals the harsh realities her father has been shielding her from, and Pema begins to understand the complexities of her minority status in society for the first time.
A copywriter decides to stop working, sending an entire ad agency into chaos.
After walking into the sea in a men’s suit, Jane washes ashore the River Styx. To pay the fare, she must sing in the mute Ferryman’s phantasmagoria show. The more she performs, the more she must confront the womanhood that she tried to leave behind.
During a remote hunting trip, a family unwittingly awakens an ancient woodland civilization, disrupting the natural order and setting off a chain reaction that culminates in a brutal clash between man and nature.
The story of a masked killer who was eventually feared by all.
Bridget is a gifted young girl with a big secret: she has a pet crocodile, Gilbert, that she hides in her room. However, no matter how sweet, the little crocodile grows bigger and more difficult to care for. What to do when your parents don’t like pets, and your father, who owns a shoe store, loves crocodile leather? With the help of Grandma Nell, the duo set out on a wild adventure to find the perfect home for Gilbert.
Rochester, New York's total eclipse is one week away. Deb, the city's passionate solar task force leader, is in the spotlight, promising her community a once-in-a-lifetime cosmic spectacle. But as the moment of totality approaches, clouds loom, threatening to ruin the historic event that Deb has staked her reputation on.
A couple recording a video audition for a reality television show unearths more reality than they anticipated
Two decades after paralysis in a domestic violence incident, Erika Bogan uses her wheelchair to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro - to raise awareness about the mental health struggles plaguing her and the disability community.
A lone survivor of the Mortuus Strain outbreak scavenges his new reality, narrowly escaping the infected casualties still walking the earth.
Gloria sits quietly at a bus stop at night, waiting. Memories from her youth suddenly flood and take control of her thoughts. A dreamlike, nonlinear narrative unfolds and binds us to “Dre,” a young man experiencing an intense personal crisis. What follows is a brief record of caregiving in the world.
Digital Smoke is an experimental meditation on light, memory, and distortion. Shot at twilight in Minneapolis’s Loring Park, the film captures the moment just after sunset, when street lamps flicker on and reflect across the lake. As Devereaux moves the camera backward and forward, fading light introduces digital noise. Rather than correct it, he amplifies the imperfection, layering light trails until the noise becomes ethereal white clouds—“digital smoke”—that dissolve the boundary between image and abstraction. Frames evoke the hazy textures of J.M.W. Turner and the pixelated aesthetic of early video games, blending painterly romanticism with digital fragmentation.
An award-winning documentary amplifying the voices of women shaping the security industry today. Through film and live conversations, each screening creates space for connection, reflection, and dialogue that continues long after the credits roll.
A lone college student begins receiving mysterious calls from an unknown number. At first, they seem helpful, but as the calls become eerily personal and reveal unsettling details about the student's life, paranoia sets in. As the tension escalates, the student must unravel the identity of the caller before the unknown turns into something far more dangerous. 'HELLO JOSEPH' is a psychological thriller that blurs the line between reality and fear, keeping the audience on edge until the final revelation.
Two directors' unexpected joint project explores life, death, imagination and existence, while examining how mental wellness and artistic expression intertwine.
A chronicle of a woman’s courageous fight for survival, whose 1975 acquittal challenged injustice and inspired a nation to confront sexual violence and racism.
A cocky middle schooler eager to dissect a frog feels every wound he inflicts.
A struggling musician reconnects with an old flame.
Video game obsessed nine-year-old Charlie is sent to spend the summer at his Uncle Steve's countryside home, where he befriends Squeaky, an overlooked rat in his uncle's struggling pet store. When a video of Squeaky unexpectedly goes viral, turning the rat into a social media star, the family's fortunes begin to change. But their newfound hope is threatened when Squeaky is kidnapped by local bully Kevin. Determined to save their furry friend, Charlie, his cousin Stewart, and their friend Jane embark on a daring rescue mission. Along the way, the kids discover the power of family and teamwork. By summer's end, Squeaky not only rescues the pet store but also brings joy and unity to Charlie's family, proving that even the smallest heroes can make a big difference.
A man finds himself strapped to a chair having to make the choice between losing his ears or losing his eyes.
When a gay young adult recalls journal entries about a relationship with his roommate, the arrival of his best friend may solidify that his roommate will never be the man he desires and that his fantasies are meant to remain as words on a page.
Maren Morris invite us to witness a therapy session where she discuss details of her new album, D R E A M S I C L E.
Dive into the making of the classic hip-hop record Deltron 3030, with the artists who brought it to life. Featuring Dan the Automator, Del the Funky Homosapien, Kid Koala with appearances by Randall Park, Zane Lowe, and Damian “Domino” Siguenza, you’ll hear a first-person account of creating this one-of-a-kind record. An allegory for the French Revolution? A sci-fi cornucopia of 20th century influences? Or just some talented people with diverse reference points and deep intuition? All of the above? Peep it.
HEIST is an on the streets account of federal workers challenging the Trump Administration while it dismantles federal agencies and purges the federal workforce. While claiming "efficiency", this administration is gutting our nation's civilian services and the regulators who stand in its way.
A 13th-month anniversary date gone wrong.
Johanna, a struggling social worker, returns to her late mother’s home where bruises, nightmares, and a hostile presence blur reality. As she spirals into isolation, she must confront the abuse of her childhood and reclaim agency—or remain trapped in the cycle forever.
A cautious teen struggles to pull his reckless brother back from the edge, but as their turbulent night unfolds, he's forced to question whether some wounds can ever truly heal.
Caught between paranoia and boredom, an injured ballerina must choose to sacrifice herself or her only friend.
Thanks to some dumb luck and a couple “ah, fuck its”, Sincere Engineer has had a pretty wild ten years. This documentary is a look back on how it all came to be, recognizing the village that helped raise it, and a sincere thank you to all of the kind fans and friends we’ve met along the way. Credits: Filmed, directed, edited, and produced by: Deanna Belos Starring: Nick Arvanitis, Adam Beck, Kyle Geib, Tobias Jeg, Matt Jordan, and Eric Mott
Phil sabotages an intimate holiday gathering when he attempts to gift his childhood friend's fiancé something special.
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A concert film documenting a performance from the Houston artist Orpheus Von Doom.
Christian Harris is an aspiring cosmetic surgeon. Things take a turn when tragedy strikes and Christian has to make a choice in choosing what is right and wrong.
After his arrest, Banyu, a punk vocalist, is sent to a moral rehabilitation center—where he meets Deri, the ghost of his past and the town’s respected cleric. Between rebellion and remorse, Banyu fights against the system that confines him, only to realize his only path to freedom lies within the last person on earth he wants to see.
In Chelsea McMullan’s poignantly observed role reversal, a daughter extends unconditional support to her ailing mother as they explore alternative healing methods, deftly transmuting inherent eccentricity into a profound expression of care.
A high school perfectionist campaigns to win student council president as her best friend films her journey in this mockumentary comedy.
La Salsa Vive is a vibrant cinematic exploration of Afro-Cuban music's history, tracing its roots from New York's lively streets to Cali, Colombia, now the global salsa capital.
When down-and-out painter Li receives a magical magic wallet, he went from living in embarrassment to becoming rich overnight, and instantly stepped into a luxurious world of wealth.
A queer musician returns to her hometown to encounter the strange masculinity of the music scene.
Two friends set out on a road trip in search of adventure, but their journey takes an unexpected turn when they arrive in a remote small town. The locals warn them not to stay out after dark, offering little explanation for their concern. As night falls, the pair begins to uncover the horrifying reason behind the town's warning and struggles to survive the night.