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Organized Hope, 2024, United States, 6 min
Directed by Amy Seiwert
Produced by Amy Seiwert's Imagery
Choreography by Amy Seiwert
Dancing by James Gilmer
Music Composed by Daniel Bernard Roumain
Edited by Ben Estabrook, Amy Seiwert
Stopmotion by Aaron Kierbel
Libretto by Marc Bamuthi Joseph
Inspired by Kintsugi, the traditional Japanese craft of repairing broken ceramics using lacquer mixed with gold and the belief that something can be more beautiful through the stresses endured. Seiwert asked herself: coming out of an era that broke many of us, can we be re-formed? Can we create something both stronger and more beautiful?
F3VER, 2024, United States, 15 min
Directed by Irishia Hubbard Romaine
Choreography by Andrew 3D Dance Fever Jones
Music Composed by Dylan Romaine
Edited by Angel Castro, Irishia Hubbard Romaine
Executive Production by Kelly Hargraves
Movement Direction by Irishia Hubbard Romaine
"F3VER" follows the journey of Andrew "3D Dance Fever" Jones, a native of Bakersfield, CA, who defies societal expectations as a street dancer, high school substance abuse counselor, and globally recognized dance fitness instructor. As Andrew navigates the challenges of his hometown, he discovers the power of dance as a transformative tool, using its rhythms to overcome personal adversity and inspire others. Through movement-based scenes and heartfelt moments of reflection, the film shines a light on Andrew's resilience and showcases the universal language of dance as a means of healing, self-expression, and empowerment.
If I Were You, 2024, United States, 9 min
Directed by Margot Gelber, Rebecah Goldstone
Produced by Jessie Lee Thorne
Dancing by Marlie Couto, Jessie Lee Thorne
In "If I Were You" a couple shares an oscillating dance of intention and disruption--their movements a continuous exchange of support and potential peril, pushing them toward self-discovery. Falling into known patterns, but desperate to shift, they beckon and reject each other, careening toward togetherness. This is a slow, exhausting, mesmerizing dance, steeped in the unknown, where souls wait patiently to be held, released, and resolved.
Not Now, 2024, United Kingdom, 4 min
Directed by Joshua Molony, Loughlan Prior
Produced by Milou-Mai Law
Choreography by Loughlan Prior
Dancing by Rebecca Bassett Graham
Cinematography by Joshua Molony
Edited by Joshua Molony, Loughlan Prior
A dance film starring Rebecca Bassett Graham (of Company Wayne McGregor) about climate change and the consequences of our inaction. Filmed on the Norfolk coast.
Maestro, 2024, Not Specified, 3 min
Produced and Directed by Manas Sirakanyan
Dancing by Dmitry Kolokolnokov
A pianist's fantasy. Rachmaninoff's masterpiece interpreted as a b-boy round.
Fraudulations, 2023, France, 4 min
Directed by Clara Lie & Caroline Grimprel
Dancing by Amalia Salle
Music Composed by Léo Agapitos
Cinematography by Fabio Caldironi
Edited by Laura Parade
Written by Clara Lie & Caroline Grimprel
Acting by Nina Perrin
Sonia works for a cubicle rental company. Her passionless job chains her to a soulless screen where she mechanically executes tasks under the trance of neon lights, lost in the shadows of corporate servitude. When a fraudulent call triggers the void of her work station, Sonia's pent-up frustration erupts, unleashing a storm of chaos, It's the breaking point she's been waiting for.
"Fraudulations" humorously explores her descent into madness, through the endless, winding corridors of her workplace propelled by an uplifting soundtrack.
Prima: Elisa Carrillo Cabrera, 2023, Germany, 10 min
Directed by Veronika Pokoptceva
Produced by Veronika Pokoptceva, Mikhail Kaniskin
Dancing by Elis Carrillo Cabrera
Music Composed by Rafael Prado, Alexey Kochetkov
Cinematography by Jan Boroewitsch, Athena Carmazzi
Edited by Veronika Pokoptceva, Tom Gregory Janson
Sound by Rafael Prado, Effy Cerutti, Benjamin Zappi-Giannotti
Thousands of hours of exhausting work for three minutes of fame. One day in the life of Elisa Carrillo Cabrera, principal dancer of the Staatsballett Berlin. From early morning, strenuous training and rehearsals fill her day. She has to be even better than yesterday, despite pain and fatigue, to go on the stage in the evening and be a Prima.
A Movement Deeper Than Dancing, 2024, France, 2 min
Produced and Directed by Katya Mokolo
Choreography by Madaline Madlinez Riley
Featuring Madaline Madlinez Riley
Music Composed by Axel Guenoun
Edited by Thomas Penot
First AC by Bill Fabre
A short documentary centered on Madaline Riley's poem, reflecting her journey through dance and art. As a multi-faceted artist, Madaline blends her movements in krump, dance, and painting, seeking an expression that elevates the soul.
Hong Kong Ballet Tutu Academy, 2024, Hong Kong & United States, 3 min
Directed by Dean Alexander
Featuring Hong Kong Ballet
Creative & Art Direction by Pum Lefebure
Choreography & Artistic Direction by Septime Webre
At Tutu Academy, where tutus are the uniform, students of all characters (geeks to goths) express themselves through ballet—and bizarro hair. One odd day, a UFO lands and an alien enters the classroom. Eager to connect with the visitor who doesn’t speak earthly language, the teacher starts a dance conversation—followed by the entire class. At first, the alien struggles to learn the artful language, until he’s gifted a magical tutu. With fresh confidence, the green-hued stranger joyfully joins the dancing crew.