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Another day, another thread of @iffboston alumni shorts to enjoy while we remain patiently distant. On this rainy day, let’s start with some humorous shorts that are science inspired:
In EINSTEIN-ROSEN directed by Olga Osorio, two brothers investigate wormhole theory (IFFBoston 2017) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMZbig5t8Ug">https://www.youtube.com/watch...
Director/writer Dylan Allen’s THE PRIVATES (IFFBoston 2017) redefines the meaning of self-destructive rock band https://vimeo.com/227064694 ">https://vimeo.com/227064694...
Rationality and emotion comically collide in James Kennedy’s CTRL-Z (IFFBoston 2017) https://vimeo.com/266473858 ">https://vimeo.com/266473858...
For documentary fans, here are some recommended @iffboston doc shorts.
Donning traditional garb, these badass indigenous Bolivian women serve justice in the wresting ring in THE FIGHTING CHOLITAS (IFFBoston 2007) directed by Mariam Jobrani https://vimeo.com/100569187 ">https://vimeo.com/100569187...
Donning traditional garb, these badass indigenous Bolivian women serve justice in the wresting ring in THE FIGHTING CHOLITAS (IFFBoston 2007) directed by Mariam Jobrani https://vimeo.com/100569187 ">https://vimeo.com/100569187...
Directed by by Jesse Epstein, 34x25x36 (IFFBoston 2008) is a revealing examination of beauty standards through the production of mannequins. https://www.shortoftheweek.com/2009/11/18/34x24x36/">https://www.shortoftheweek.com/2009/11/1...
FLYING ANNE (IFFBoston 2011) directed by Catherine van Campen is a gentle portrait of an 11 year old living with Tourette’s Syndrome. Perfect to watch with your children to help build empathy and understanding. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWEFKMiGuFk">https://www.youtube.com/watch...
Here is small selection of dramatic shorts for your Friday evening viewing.
A 30 year-old woman attends a teenage party in the South of France in SOCIAL BUTTERFLY directed by @laurenwolkstein (IFFBoston 2013). https://vimeo.com/52775520 ">https://vimeo.com/52775520&...
A 30 year-old woman attends a teenage party in the South of France in SOCIAL BUTTERFLY directed by @laurenwolkstein (IFFBoston 2013). https://vimeo.com/52775520 ">https://vimeo.com/52775520&...
In THE STRANGE ONES (IFFBoston 2011 Special Jury Prize) dir by Christopher Radcliffe & @laurenwolkstein , a mysterious pair seek respite at a motel. A feature adaptation screened at IFFBoston 2017 which is available to view on Hulu https://vimeo.com/277470378 ">https://vimeo.com/277470378...
In @katcandler & #39;s BLACK METAL (IFFBoston 2013) the lead singer of a band struggles with his guilt after a fan commits a gruesome crime. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ReOEsec5qJM">https://www.youtube.com/watch...
Frances Bodomo ‘s AFRONAUTS (IFFBoston 2014 Grand Jury Short Prize) depicts a scrappy group of Zambian exiles who strive to beat the Americans to the moon. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lb3pu5jXWHU">https://www.youtube.com/watch...
