Oscar-Nominated Short Film ‘Bestia’ Review

By: Amanda Guarragi What works the most with animation is an obscure story that can only be told through the use of imagination. There is so much that works through the lens of stop-motion animation, or any form of animation. Specifically, in Bestia we find ourselves connected with the lead character Ingrid, which is a porcelain doll, as she is lost in her own thoughts … Continue reading Oscar-Nominated Short Film ‘Bestia’ Review

Oscar-Nominated Short Film ‘Ala Kachuu’ Review And Interview With Director Maria Brendle

By: Amanda Guarragi There comes a time in every woman’s life that defines them. That one moment where they realize the woman they want to become is in reach if they just keep pushing forward. However, different cultures value marriage and are set within their conditioned gender roles. Sometimes the traditional notion of being a housewife and dedicating your life to your husband and children … Continue reading Oscar-Nominated Short Film ‘Ala Kachuu’ Review And Interview With Director Maria Brendle

Amanda’s Picks: Oscars 2021 Predictions

Happy Oscar Sunday everyone! After a very long Oscar season, we are finally ready to award some great films. Truly never thought this season would be over. The work never stops though because we are always planning for the next season. I am very happy for all the nominees this year because there are some films that would normally fly under the radar and now … Continue reading Amanda’s Picks: Oscars 2021 Predictions

Derek Tsang’s Oscar-Nominated ‘Better Days’ Is A Brutally Honest Story About Bullying

By: Amanda Guarragi The one thing that we can all agree on is that everyone has had their fair encounters with bullying. No matter how minor the bullying could have been, we can all acknowledge that it exists. People can be cruel, violent, and completely horrible. Bullying, can take many forms and sometimes it is impossible to get out of that position. In Better Days, … Continue reading Derek Tsang’s Oscar-Nominated ‘Better Days’ Is A Brutally Honest Story About Bullying