A woman navigates the trappings of both conventional and modern female roles over the course of one day in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Zaid, recently released from prison for an unknown crime, tries to reintegrate into his previous life, only to find that the arms of the state can control what he says and does.
Lily clings on to the past as her partner redefines their identity.
On a seemingly unimportant day, a janitor at a university receives a call, from Nigeria, that his mother has been kidnapped and is being ransomed for an absurd sum. This film is inspired by true events
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.
17-year-old Caroline breaks down after receiving a phone call delivering some tragic news, but her reaction soon reveals there is more to this call than first appears.
Yesterday marked the online debut of the 2011 Sundance Competition short films, and in that first batch of 4 films we were treated to the World Premiere of New York-based filmmaker Nick Paley's Andy and Zach—my favorite short in the program. Nick Paley happens to be a fan of Short of the Week, so we traded emails regarding the film, Sundance, and his thoughts on short films online.
From the director's personal and visual memories, a tribute to her uncle Thomas, a humble man with a simple and anonymous life. This is her acknowledgement of how one does not have to be somebody to become exceptional in our life.
Jenna and Fi must raise a robot ‘baby’ under observation before receiving a licence to start a family. But will they get the result they want, and deserve?
(Geo-blocked in some territories, scroll to end for viewing options) - She finds letters full of love her dad wrote her 15 years ago...
