The 96th Oscars nominations were announced today, January 23, by actors Zazie Beetz and Jack Quaid. The announcement was live-streamed from the Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater on Oscar.com, Oscars.org, and the Academy’s digital platforms, available to viewers globally. The nominees for eight categories were announced at 5:30 a.m. PT, with the remaining 15 categories revealed… Continue reading Short Film & Documentary Nominees for the 96th Oscars Announced
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Submissions for the Second Annual AI Film Festival Now Open: A Chance to Win $15,000
The second Annual International AI Film Festival, hosted by Runway, has officially opened its doors for submissions. This year’s celebration promises to be even bigger after a successful event last year that saw various talent, from first-time filmmakers to seasoned professionals. The festival is a unique platform that embraces the innovative use of AI in… Continue reading Submissions for the Second Annual AI Film Festival Now Open: A Chance to Win $15,000
Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia 2023: Unveiling the Best Short Films and Korean Shorts Program
Tokyo, Japan – The highly anticipated Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia (SSFF & ASIA) has announced its annual “Screening in Autumn” event, showcasing the finest short films from around the world. Celebrating its 25th year, the festival will take place at the Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Photography and various satellite venues from October 13th… Continue reading Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia 2023: Unveiling the Best Short Films and Korean Shorts Program
Academy Reveals 2023 Student Academy Award Winners – Celebrating 50 Years of International Student Filmmaking Excellence
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the winners of the 50th Student Academy Awards, marking a significant milestone in the celebrated International Student Film Competition. This year, the competition received an impressive 2,443 entries from 720 colleges and universities around the world, showcasing the tremendous talent emerging from the student filmmaking… Continue reading Academy Reveals 2023 Student Academy Award Winners – Celebrating 50 Years of International Student Filmmaking Excellence
Disney Collaborates with Ghetto Film School, Showcasing Hispanic and Latin American Talent with Exclusive Short Film
Disney Initiates Partnership with Ghetto Film School, Empowering Emerging Filmmakers to Celebrate Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month. In celebrating Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month, Disney Entertainment Television (DET) has joined forces with Ghetto Film School, a renowned nonprofit organization, to commission and showcase the talent of four alumni in a remarkable short film… Continue reading Disney Collaborates with Ghetto Film School, Showcasing Hispanic and Latin American Talent with Exclusive Short Film
Rediscovering the Magic: Classic Walt Disney Animation Studios Shorts Restored for Disney+
The Walt Disney Animation Studios is celebrating its centennial year with a special restoration project. This summer, Disney+ started releasing a collection of 27 newly restored classic Walt Disney Animation Studios shorts. The restorations are being spearheaded by the Walt Disney Studios Restoration and Preservation team, led by director Kevin Schaeffer. The team includes creative… Continue reading Rediscovering the Magic: Classic Walt Disney Animation Studios Shorts Restored for Disney+
Vancouver Short Film Festival Seeks Skilled and Passionate Festival Director
Join the Vancouver Short Film Festival team in the role of Festival Director and contribute to the growth of the Canadian independent film community. The Vancouver Short Film Festival (VSFF) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Festival Director to lead the festival’s overall strategy, management, and operation. As a non-profit organization, the VSFF has supported… Continue reading Vancouver Short Film Festival Seeks Skilled and Passionate Festival Director
Sundance Institute Announces the 2023 Documentary Fund Grantees
In an exciting announcement today, the Sundance Institute revealed the recipients of this year’s grants from the Sundance Institute Documentary Fund. A total of 23 projects were selected for unrestricted grant funding, amounting to just over $1,000,000 in support. These grants are made possible by generous contributions from the Open Society Foundations, the John D.… Continue reading Sundance Institute Announces the 2023 Documentary Fund Grantees
Sundance Institute and Adobe Announce 2023 Ignite Fellows, Empowering Emerging Filmmakers with Artistic and Professional Development
The nonprofit Sundance Institute has unveiled the roster for the 2023 Sundance Ignite x Adobe fellows cohort, supporting emerging filmmakers aged 18 to 25 in their creative journey. Chosen from a global pool of over 1,000 applicants, these ten fellows will be provided with artistic and professional development opportunities throughout the year. Sundance Institute and… Continue reading Sundance Institute and Adobe Announce 2023 Ignite Fellows, Empowering Emerging Filmmakers with Artistic and Professional Development
Disney+ Unveils a Collection of Restored Classic Shorts to Commemorate Disney’s 100th Anniversary
Disney+ is set to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Walt Disney Animation Studios with the debut of 28 newly restored classic shorts. These beloved gems will be made available to stream on the platform starting from Friday, July 7, featuring iconic characters like Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, Pluto, Chip n’ Dale, and… Continue reading Disney+ Unveils a Collection of Restored Classic Shorts to Commemorate Disney’s 100th Anniversary