Filmmaker Update
Filmmaker Update: Oct 2017
We highlight the achievements of S/W alums over the past month
News
AWN: Oscar Animation Showcase
The folks over at AWN are showcasing the animated films up for an Oscar this year. They show short clips from most films along with stills and a synopsisenough to give you taste of each film.
Documentary
Kyle Thrash
& Haley Elizabeth Anderson
The Sentence of Michael Thompson
In 1994, Michael Thompson was arrested for selling three pounds of cannabis and was sentenced to 42 to 60 years in prison. He is the longest serving non-violent offender in the history of Michigan and he is finally up for clemency
Action
Danny Madden
Frolic n' Mae
Brand new From Danny Madden (Notes on Biology, Confusion Through Sand). Bored at a sleepover, Mae unleashes her imagination with doodles. But when the doodles come to life, she's got a knock down drag out fight on her hands!
Festival
An S/W-Centric Guide to Sundance 2020
We're looking forward to Sundance 2020 by highlighting work that should be on your radar—a mix of features and shorts from members of the S/W alum community.
Comedy
Jim Cummings
Thunder Road
Officer Arnaud loved his Mom. At her funeral he expresses that feeling...in a memorable way. Winner of the Sundance 2016 Grand Prize.
Filmmaker Update
Alumni Roundup: January 2016
We share some of the cool stuff Short of the Week featured filmmakers have been up to this past month.
Interview
Quick Hits with Thunder Road's Jim Cummings
Thunder Road is going to be a strong contender come the end of the year for a spot on our Best of 2016 list. It's also just got a fascinating backstory, so we decided to get in touch with the creator and star of the film, Jim Cummings, and get down with a quick hit Q&A.
