Tag: Documentary

Short Film: BLESSING, 6min., USA, Documentary

“Blessing” follows Najat’s lifelong journey to find independence. Growing up in a wheelchair she was always looked down upon by society and her family. After the passing of her mother she decided to take control of her life when she was hired by the social enterprise Al Nour. Film Type: Documentary, Short Runtime: 6 minutes… Continue reading Short Film: BLESSING, 6min., USA, Documentary

Short Film: EMERGENCE, 3min., Australia, Documentary

In the dense metropolis of Hong Kong, one girl is carving out her definition of freedom. Cheuk Ting is one of Hong Kong’s rising basketball stars, yet her drive to succeed must be balanced with the reality of an under-resourced sport for female players. Despite this, her love for the sport and desire to give… Continue reading Short Film: EMERGENCE, 3min., Australia, Documentary

Short Film: #WELAGENTE, 5min, USA, Documentary

America faces a crisis, with a political environment that demonizes Hispanic and Latino immigrants. This film takes a positive, emotional look at real Hispanic and Latino stories… putting a face to the diversity that adds to the fabric of America. Project Title (Original Language): #WeLaGente Film Type: Documentary, Short Runtime: 4 minutes 49 seconds Completion… Continue reading Short Film: #WELAGENTE, 5min, USA, Documentary

Short Film: THE SALTY GENERATIONS, 7min., USA, Documentary

15 years ago, Bernard Friedman became one of the first ocean farmers in Southern California. It was a risky move, but for Bernard there’s never been another choice. Farming shellfish is more than a job. It’s his way of reconnecting with his roots and a way to sustainably feed a growing population. In his years… Continue reading Short Film: THE SALTY GENERATIONS, 7min., USA, Documentary

Short Film: PHOTOS IN THE RAIN, 10min, USA, Documentary

James Belsanti was a prominent photographer from the 60’s – 80’s in Chicago. In 2000 he moved to Virginia Beach, Virginia, and after his death a box of his photographs would be left at the curb for trash pickup. This is the story of the revival of the art of an American photographer whose work… Continue reading Short Film: PHOTOS IN THE RAIN, 10min, USA, Documentary

Short Film: PAINFUL SILENCE, 8min., USA, Documentary

The survivors of the Cambodian genocide who made their way to Oakland are still struggling to fit in. This movie tells the story of the generation who was born in the USA and has to bridge the cultures and break the cycle of crime in the community. Film Type: Documentary, Short, Student Runtime: 7 minutes… Continue reading Short Film: PAINFUL SILENCE, 8min., USA, Documentary

Short Film: NOBRE ARTE, 9min., Brazil, Documentary

Nobre Arte Bring you in a Boxing Club in Rio de Janeiro, a very rare place, famous boxing trainer who decide to stay in his favelas and we follow Onofrio Lima, MMA fighter who decide to learn mma and muaythai to survive. News & Reviews “Incredible Documentary about a Boxing Club in Rio” Fubiz review… Continue reading Short Film: NOBRE ARTE, 9min., Brazil, Documentary

Short Film: SECRET ON THE HILL, 16min., Brazil, Documentary

People hear “Brazil” and think samba, fútbol, and Rio. But there’s another story happening across the country. Taking place in one of Rio’s roughest favelas, Secret on the Hill follows Monique Silva, a young Brazilian American woman seeking to reconcile her relationship with her dad. In a country where HIV is stigmatized, her father’s concealment… Continue reading Short Film: SECRET ON THE HILL, 16min., Brazil, Documentary