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Short Film: At Heart, Citizens of The Esplanade, 29min., Canada, Documentary

In November 2018, Jamii premiered “At Heart, Citizens of The Esplanade”, a docu-film project created by more than 150 Esplanadians under the artistic leadership of film directors Ayelen Liberona and Joseph Johnson-Camí, and producer Isorine Marc. “At Heart, Citizens of The Esplanade” shines a light on our neighbourhood, the St Lawrence, and invites people to reflect on… Continue reading Short Film: At Heart, Citizens of The Esplanade, 29min., Canada, Documentary

Director Biography – Freya Billington (TERMINATED: TEETH & TINDER)

Freya is a Filmmaker/ Lecturer based in Bristol who launched ‘boy and bear films’ in 2014 to develop personal projects. Since then she has made ‘experimental musical’ BREAD AND BUTTER, NOT WAVING starring Peter Bowles for IShorts /Creative England and documentary HOW LUCKY? filmed in Finetown Township, South Africa. She has just completed Experimental Documentary… Continue reading Director Biography – Freya Billington (TERMINATED: TEETH & TINDER)

Short Film: THURSDAY FIELDS, 20min, USA, Documentary

A diverse cast of characters gathers every Thursday evening at a defunct airport in Brooklyn. Native New Yorkers and new immigrants, Wall Street traders and construction tradesmen, they come to race bicycles on Floyd Bennett Field’s crumbling, windswept tarmac. The competition is merciless. The rewards are many. Thursday Fields is a portrait of New York… Continue reading Short Film: THURSDAY FIELDS, 20min, USA, Documentary

Director Biography – Max Mollring, Ian Burris (THE NIGHT SHIFT)

Max Mollring (director/editor) is a director, editor and colorist based out of Oakland. Originally from Arcata California, he attended San Francisco State University’s Undergrad film program. He has directed short films, music videos and commercials. Ian Burris (director) is a filmmaker and musician residing in San Francisco. Born and raised in Santa Cruz California, Ian… Continue reading Director Biography – Max Mollring, Ian Burris (THE NIGHT SHIFT)

Short Film: THE NIGHT SHIFT, 5min., USA, Documentary

The Night Shift is a short gritty slice of life documentary that offers a glimpse into the life of Angelo, a homeless man in San Francisco who collects recycling in order to survive. The film follows Angelo through his nightly routine and explores how he has all of the traits of a successful entrepreneur, but… Continue reading Short Film: THE NIGHT SHIFT, 5min., USA, Documentary

Director Biography: Kyle Anne Grendys (FRASER SYNDROME & ME)

My name is Kyle Anne Grendys. I am many things, a little sister, a world traveler, dog mom, musical fanatic, a recent graduate from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee’s film program, oh … and I have a disability. I was born with an incredibly rare genetic disorder called Fraser Syndrome. The day I was… Continue reading Director Biography: Kyle Anne Grendys (FRASER SYNDROME & ME)

Short Film: FRASER SYNDROME & ME, 20min., USA, Documentary

Filmmaker Kyle Anne Grendys, is only the 75th person to be born with the rare, recessive gene disorder called Fraser Syndrome. Having always felt alone in the world, she sets out on a journey to find her community and finally meets others just like her. Project Links  Facebook  Instagram News & Reviews “Fraser Syndrome and… Continue reading Short Film: FRASER SYNDROME & ME, 20min., USA, Documentary

Director Biography – Nadia Sasso, Nofisat Sonekan (THE NAME = THE STORY)

For Nadia Sasso, the connection to the African Diaspora has always been strong. Born in America to Sierra Leonean immigrant parents, Sasso is a leader in establishing social and entrepreneurial connections across cultures and fostering civic responsibility. Her recent film Am I has been featured in media platforms, such as Huffington Post, Blavity, The ColorLines,… Continue reading Director Biography – Nadia Sasso, Nofisat Sonekan (THE NAME = THE STORY)