Jon Portman

  • Best of the Month

    Best of the Month: November 2022

    A life-changing documentary, an innovative coming-of-age tale and an animation about poop make up our Best of the Month picks from our November 2022 coverage.

  • News

    Oscar Short Film Nominees 2013

    The nominations are in! There are a number of great films this year, and once again, some very notable absences (The Eagleman Stag). Who deserves to win? Click the images to view the film or trailer (if available) then vote below.

  • Interview

    Interview with Mustapha Kseibati (Mohammed)

    We talk filmmaking with one of UK’s burgeoning directors—including a love for The Goonies and how to motivate young actors with Star Wars clips.

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    Drama Jon Bryant Crawford

    Dog Meet Goose

    A troubled teenager seeks help from his neighbor who has a secret. A thrilling psychological scenario ensues.

  • Interview

    10 Questions with Matthew Savage (Reign of Death)

    Reign of Death, the subject of our recent feature review, is one of the most confidently stylish shorts we've seen in a while. Its director, Matthew Savage, has served as a concept designer for several big budget features including The Dark Knight and Kick-Ass, but, not being content with that arrangement, has been stepping up to the director's chair.

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    Comedy Wes Anderson

    Castello Cavalcanti

    Film director par excellence, Wes Anderson, returns to his commercial ways with this delightful branded film for fashion house Prada.

  • BIPOC

    The Short List: Minhal Baig Interview

    Minhal Baig joins us to discuss her journey from short film to feature as Hala becomes the first narrative fiction film acquisition for Apple TV+

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    Documentary Christian Schultz

    Finn

    Hunter Syndrome is a rare genetic disease that affects less than 500 boys in the United States. These boys are missing an enzyme used to break down cellular waste. Here is the story of one.

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