By: Amanda Guarragi When we look back at our childhoods, we realize that there were many things that we didn’t understand at the time. Any form of trauma is carried out and later processed. When our brain is developed enough to understand what happened. Children experience so many things as they grow up they find it difficult to discuss. They can’t find the words, so … Continue reading Oscar-Nominated Short Film ‘Ivalu’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi The one thing about growing up is that we don’t realize that our parents are getting older. We tend to shrug it off and not see that they are changing, just as we are. We see our parents as these immortal figures who will always be there for us. We can sometimes get carried away in arguments and even question why they … Continue reading ‘Desi Standard Time Travel’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi For all diehard moviegoers, this short film is definitely for you. At a young age Ross Munro loved movies, he saw Carlota Vivas on the big screen and fell in love. Not only did he love her, but he loved escaping into the universe she was part of. She was a Venezuelan star and Munro wanted to support her. In doing so, … Continue reading ‘The Moviegoer’ 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
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
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