Laura Citarella, an emerging filmmaker from Argentina, explores themes of mystery and femininity in her short film ‘El Affaire Miu Miu,’ part of Miu Miu’s Women’s Tales series. The film, which features a missing model and a detective squad obsessed with her Miu Miu clothing, reflects Citarella’s unique perspective on fashion and her belief in the power of patience and ambiguity in storytelling.
An Errand, a short film premiering at the 2024 Cinemalaya Film Festival, adapts Sarge Lacuesta’s short story about a driver’s seemingly mundane errand for his boss into a compelling exploration of class dynamics, memory, and the blurring lines between reality and fantasy. The film, directed by Dominic Bekaert, features a nuanced portrayal of the driver’s inner world as he navigates the road and his thoughts, creating a slow-burning psychological journey through the landscapes of the Philippines.
A short film created by four students from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) has been chosen for the renowned La Cinef competition at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. Directed by Chidanand S Naik, ‘Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Know’ depicts the turmoil that engulfs a village when an elderly woman steals a rooster. Featuring cinematography by Suraj Thakur, editing by Manoj V, and sound by Abhishek Kadam, the film is one of 18 shorts competing for three La Cinef prizes.
Former Fox Valley residents Nathan and Shelby Slager have co-written and co-produced their debut short film, “Chasing June,” which will premiere at the prestigious Beverly Hills Film Festival on May 4. Shot in Elgin and Burlington, Illinois, the film delves into the complex themes of grief, loss, and redemption through the intertwined lives of three friends.
