Ties‘ plot synopsis: “A young woman leaves the parental home to see the world. But the world of her parents is so tightly connected with her that by leaving, she puts it at risk.” More on the film and ...

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In 2019, Aquaman—a.k.a. Jason Mamoa—referred to humanity as a “disease” due to the way it’s treating its oceans. Indeed, there is extensive evidence of humanity’s impact: including serious coral reef ...

The 2019 batch of Oscar-nominated short films in the animated and live-action categories share a theme of disconnection. The animated shorts have a sunnier attitude about this painful state, ...

Film expert Patrick Tomasso presents a cinematic short film submission centered on emotional storytelling.