Palm Springs Short Festival: News
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7 Star Dinosor Entertainment review: A penetrating and wistful look at the ordeal of migrants during lockdown
The short film, written and directed by Vaishali Naik, examines the existence of two downtrodden brothers who make a living performing as dinosaurs.
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Vaishali Naik’s debut short 7 Star Dinosor Entertainment to be screened at Palm Springs
The short film is an official selection at the US festival which is being held from 21–27 June.
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I like to be ambiguous as an artist, says Brazilian filmmaker Gustavo Milan
In an exclusive interview, the lawyer-turned-filmmaker talks about his award-winning short film Seiva Bruta.
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What are the structures of power in the society that we live in, asks Vincent Toi in his film Aniksha
In an exclusive interview, the Mauritius-born filmmaker talks about his interest in capturing the post-colonial experience.
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There are certain things only animation can do, says Weijia Ma about her film Step Into The River
It won the award for the Best Animated Short at the Palm Springs International ShortFest 2021.
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Break In review: Fun, refreshing film that results in an unexpected rendezvous
The lighthearted short revolves around a young lesbian who accidentally ends up sending erotic fiction about her secret crush to the source of her inspiration.
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Navozande, The Musician review: A poignant, exquisitely crafted love story
Reza Riahi’s animated short affirms the idea that a picture speaks a thousand words.
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My aim was to do something that would put Pakistan on the map, says 1978 producer Abid Aziz Merchant
The short film follows a rock musician whose occupation and way of life is threatened under a repressive regime.
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Marvin’s Never Had Coffee Before review: A charming, unconventional film on social anxiety
The short film revolves around a man who has coffee for the first time and wants to talk to someone about it.
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Just Hold On review: A joyous, life-affirming story about fighting against all odds
The documentary short tells the story of a formidable seven-year-old who holds on to life, and other things too.
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All Riders review: The ongoing battle for handicapped accessibility in New York City
The 15-minute documentary highlights the plight of people with disabilities who use the city’s subway system.
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Winners of Palm Springs International ShortFest announced
They will be eligible to submit their shorts to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for consideration for the Oscars.
Review Urdu
1978 review: The struggle to stay true to oneself amidst an oppressive regime
The short film takes a page out of Pakistani history to examine ways in which repressive governments force people to adapt or die.
Review French
The Criminals review: Questions who the real criminals are in an oppressive state
Serhat Karaaslan’s film is an ominous reminder of the power of the state.
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Massacre review: An intriguing tale of teenage frustration
The drama tells the story of two young girls forced to leave their island home.
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The Last Marriage review: Marital discord in the midst of a zombie apocalypse
The short film is a hilarious take on how everyday niggling grievances will survive practically anything.
Review English
Cinestaan Curates: The Long Goodbye is an emotional, visceral response to intolerance
Aneil Karia’s short film is a hard-hitting and anguished denouncement of xenophobia and hate politics.
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The Affected review: Shining a light on the muddled times we live in
Rikke Gregersen’s finely crafted short film is funny, absurd and thought-provoking.
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The School Bus review: Finding power in being self-reliant
Ramazan Kılıç’s short film follows the struggle of a young school teacher to get transportation for her students.