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‘Not Not Jazz’ Set for August 9th Release on VOD, Blu-ray, and DVD
‘Not Not Jazz,’ directed by Jason Miller, is set for release on VOD, Blu-ray, and DVD on August 9, 2024. Oscilloscope Laboratories, in conjunction with MVD Entertainment Group, made the announcement.
( ZIZ NEWS ) – ‘Not Not Jazz,’ directed by Jason Miller, is set for release on VOD, Blu-ray, and DVD on August 9, 2024.
Janet Yang Re-Elected Academy President
Producer Janet Yang has been re-elected as the president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences by its Board of Governors.
( ZIZ NEWS ) – Producer Janet Yang has been re-elected as the president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences by its Board of Governors.
'Happy Campers' to Premiere in U.S. Theaters and on VOD
Amy Nicholson's award-winning documentary, Happy Campers, is set to debut in U.S. theaters and on VOD this summer. The film will open in New York at the IFC Center on August 7 and in Los Angeles at Laemmle Theaters on August 21, with a nationwide VOD release following on September 10.
( ZIZ NEWS ) – Amy Nicholson's award-winning documentary, Happy Campers, is set to debut in U.S. theaters and on VOD this summer.
2024 grant recipients for Sundance Institute Documentary Fund announced
The grant recipients for the Sundance Institute's 2024 Documentary Fund, which supports the work of nonfiction filmmakers globally, have been announced.
( ZIZ NEWS ) – The grant recipients for the Sundance Institute's 2024 Documentary Fund, which supports the work of nonfiction filmmakers globally, have been announced.
Morgan Neville's 'Piece by Piece' to close 68th BFI London Film Festival
The UK premiere of 'Piece by Piece' directed by Morgan Neville is set to close the 68th edition of the BFI London Film Festival, taking place October 9-20, 2024.
( ZIZ ) – The UK premiere of 'Piece by Piece' directed by Morgan Neville is set to close the 68th edition of the BFI London Film Festival.
'And Mrs' movie set for world premiere at 2024 Edinburgh International Film Festival
'And Mrs' directed by Daniel Reisinger is set to world premiere as part of the Out-of-competition section of the 2024 Edinburgh International Film Festival on Monday, 19th August. Revealing official trailer, Vertigo Releasing have announced that their new comedy drama will be available on Digital Download from 2nd September.
( ZIZ ) – 'And Mrs' directed by Daniel Reisinger is set to world premiere at the 2024 Edinburgh International Film Festival.
First wave of films for 2024 Calgary International Film Festival revealed
The 25th Calgary International Film Festival has revealed the first wave of films at this year’s festival taking place from September 19-29, 2024.
( ZIZ ) – The 25th Calgary International Film Festival has revealed the first wave of films at this year's festival, taking place September 19 – 29, 2024.
Stonecutter Media Acquires North American Rights to Frost Pictures’ ‘The Path’
Stonecutter Media has acquired North American rights to The Path, the new feature thriller, written and directed by Tom Archdeacon, co-founder of Frost Pictures.
( ZIZ ) – Stonecutter Media has acquired North American rights to The Path, the new feature thriller, written and directed by Tom Archdeacon.
‘Impulse: Playing with Reality’ set for world premiere at 81th Venice International Film Festival
( ZIZ ) – 'Impulse: Playing with Reality will world premiere in the 2024 Venice Immersive Program at the 81st Venice International Film Festival.
"Kasbi" review
In "Kasbi," directed by Farah Jabir, we see the story of Maryam, a middle-aged Pakistani woman who, after years of internal struggle with her s*xual identity, decides to embark on a journey of self-discovery. She steps into this unknown path to unearth and confront the self she has long suppressed, aiming for either acceptance or rejection. This is the greatest challenge Maryam has chosen to face because she must shed the societal and familial constraints, and the self-image imposed by society, to allow her true self to breathe.
"Kasbi" premiered in the Short Film Competition section of the prestigious Tribeca Festival on June 6, 2024.
Full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/06/29/review/kasbi-directed-by-farah-jabir/7424/
'Kasbi' review
In "Kasbi," directed by Farah Jabir, we see the story of Maryam, a middle-aged Pakistani woman who, after years of internal struggle with her s*xual identity, decides to embark on a journey of self-discovery. She steps into this unknown path to unearth and confront the self she has long suppressed, aiming for either acceptance or rejection. This is the greatest challenge Maryam has chosen to face because she must shed the societal and familial constraints, and the self-image imposed by society, to allow her true self to breathe.
"Kasbi" premiered in the Short Film Competition section of the prestigious Tribeca Festival on June 6, 2024.
Full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/06/29/review/kasbi-directed-by-farah-jabir/7424/
“Dirty Towel” review
The feelings of shame and guilt associated with the s*xuality of a young girl are the central focus in the coming-of-age short film "Dirty Towel," directed by Callie Carpinteri, which premiered at the Tribeca Festival (2024). In its 13-minute runtime, the film addresses themes such as "generational shame," "self-worth," "societal expectations," and "s*xual empowerment," and critiques a culture that, according to the director, "where s*x remains taboo and speaking openly about it is discouraged."
Full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/06/25/review/dirty-towel-directed-by-callie-carpinteri/7400/
'Dirty Towel' review
The feelings of shame and guilt associated with the s*xuality of a young girl are the central focus in the coming-of-age short film "Dirty Towel," directed by Callie Carpinteri, which premiered at the Tribeca Festival (2024).
Full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/06/25/review/dirty-towel-directed-by-callie-carpinteri/7400/
Film Review: 'The Other Way Around' directed by Jonás Trueba
Rating: ★★★★★
Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad
Full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/20/review/the-other-way-around-directed-by-jonas-trueba/7364/
“The Other Way Around” review
“The Other Way Around” is based on the absurd idea that “couples should celebrate separations rather than unions.” This concept, as an idea, can be brilliant and is a good premise for making a film. Alejandra (Itsaso Arana), who is a director in the film, tells her partner Alex (Vito Sanz), who presents the idea of “De-coupling” and celebrating it, quoting Alejandra’s father in the opening scene. This idea, for the two main characters—one a director and the other an actor—is intellectual, different, and avant-garde. However, for the norms, society, and the couple’s acquaintances, it is a serious trauma.
Read the full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/20/review/the-other-way-around-directed-by-jonas-trueba/7364/
The 68th BFI London Film Festival (9-20 October) in partnership with American Express has announced that this year’s Opening Night Gala will be the World Premiere of the Apple Original Film BLITZ, directed, produced and written by Academy Award and BAFTA winner Steve McQueen.
( ZIZ ) – The 68th BFI London Film Festival has announced world premiere of Steve McQueen's Blitz as opening film.
Malta’s Mediterrane Film Festival last tonight celebrated the closing night of its second edition with its glamourous Golden Bee Awards ceremony, which took place at the grand Fort Manoel, Gżira, and was hosted by David Walliams.
( ZIZ ) – Malta’s Mediterrane Film Festival celebrated the closing night of its second edition with its glamourous Golden Bee Awards ceremony.
Film Review: 'The Story of Souleymane' by Boris Lojkine
Rating: ★★★★★
Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad
Full review:
https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/19/review/the-story-of-souleymane-directed-by-boris-lojkine/7355/
'The Story of Souleymane' review
In his Cannes Un Certain Regard competition title "The Story of Souleymane," Boris Lojkine portrays the story of an asylum seeker from Guinea who has two days to prepare for his asylum interview with OFPRA (the French Office for the Protection of Refugees and Stateless Persons).
Souleymane, undocumented and working as a food delivery cyclist, pedals through the streets of Paris with a heart full of anxiety and worry. Struggling unsuccessfully to prepare for an interview that means life or death for him, he relies on a story he bought for his asylum application.
Read the full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/19/review/the-story-of-souleymane-directed-by-boris-lojkine/7355/
"Kasbi" review
In "Kasbi," directed by Farah Jabir, we see the story of Maryam, a middle-aged Pakistani woman who, after years of internal struggle with her s*xual identity, decides to embark on a journey of self-discovery.
( ZIZ ) – Film Review: “Kasbi” directed by Farah Jabir.
The South International Series Festival has presented in Cadiz the image of the Official Poster of its second edition, designed by Okuda San Miguel.
( ZIZ ) – The 2024 South International Series Festival has revealed official poster for its second edition.
Film Review: 'Universal Language' (آواز بوقلمون) directed by Matthew Rankin
Rating: ★★★★☆
Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad
Full review:
https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/18/review/universal-language-directed-by-matthew-rankin/7347/
'Universal Language’ (آواز بوقلمون) review
“Universal Language” (آواز بوقلمون), directed by Canadian filmmaker Matthew Rankin, premiered on May 18th in the Directors’ Fortnight held in parallel to the 77th Cannes Film Festival.
Rankin, known for his films showcased at major events such as Sundance, SXSW, Annecy, TIFF, the Berlinale, and Cannes Critics Week, brings a film that is both imaginative and rich in symbolism, continuously surprising its audience. “Universal Language” is a dark comedy blending absurdism and grotesque elements within its characters and subplots.
Read the full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/18/review/universal-language-directed-by-matthew-rankin/7347/
Film Review: 'The Belle from Gaza' by Yolande Zauberman
Rating: ★★★☆☆
Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad
Full review:
https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/18/review/the-belle-from-gaza-directed-by-yolande-zauberman/7337/
“Dirty Towel” review
The feelings of shame and guilt associated with the s*xuality of a young girl are the central focus in the coming-of-age short film “Dirty Towel,” directed by Callie Carpinteri, which premiered at the Tribeca Festival (2024).
( ZIZ ) – Film Review: “Dirty Towel” directed by Callie Carpinteri.
Winners of 2024 Doc Alliance Award revealed
( ZIZ ) – The winners of the Doc Alliance Award 2024 have been revealed.
Film Review: 'The Belle from Gaza' directed by Yolande Zauberman
Rating: ★★★☆☆
Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad
Full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/18/review/the-belle-from-gaza-directed-by-yolande-zauberman/7337/
Film Review: "Holy Cow" (Vingt Dieux) by Louise Courvoisier
Rating: ★★★★☆
Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad
Full review:
https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/17/review/holy-cow-directed-by-louise-courvoisier/7329/
Film Review: "Holy Cow" (Vingt Dieux) by Louise Courvoisier
Rating: ★★★★☆
Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad
Full review:
https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/17/review/holy-cow-directed-by-louise-courvoisier/7329/
Film Review: 'In His Own Image' directed by Thierry de Peretti
Rating: ★★★★☆
Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad
Read the full review at ZIZ website:
https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/17/review/in-his-own-image-directed-by-thierry-de-peretti/7319/
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"Kasbi" review In "Kasbi," directed by Farah Jabir, we see the story of Maryam, a middle-aged Pakistani woman who, after years of internal struggle with her sexual identity, decides to embark on a journey of self-discovery. She steps into this unknown path to unearth and confront the self she has long suppressed, aiming for either acceptance or rejection. This is the greatest challenge Maryam has chosen to face because she must shed the societal and familial constraints, and the self-image imposed by society, to allow her true self to breathe. "Kasbi" premiered in the Short Film Competition section of the prestigious Tribeca Festival on June 6, 2024. Full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/06/29/review/kasbi-directed-by-farah-jabir/7424/
“Dirty Towel” review The feelings of shame and guilt associated with the sexuality of a young girl are the central focus in the coming-of-age short film "Dirty Towel," directed by Callie Carpinteri, which premiered at the Tribeca Festival (2024). In its 13-minute runtime, the film addresses themes such as "generational shame," "self-worth," "societal expectations," and "sexual empowerment," and critiques a culture that, according to the director, "where sex remains taboo and speaking openly about it is discouraged." Full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/06/25/review/dirty-towel-directed-by-callie-carpinteri/7400/
Film Review: 'The Other Way Around' directed by Jonás Trueba Rating: ★★★★★ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/20/review/the-other-way-around-directed-by-jonas-trueba/7364/
Film Review: 'The Story of Souleymane' by Boris Lojkine Rating: ★★★★★ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/19/review/the-story-of-souleymane-directed-by-boris-lojkine/7355/
Film Review: 'Universal Language' (آواز بوقلمون) directed by Matthew Rankin Rating: ★★★★☆ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/18/review/universal-language-directed-by-matthew-rankin/7347/
Film Review: 'The Belle from Gaza' by Yolande Zauberman Rating: ★★★☆☆ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/18/review/the-belle-from-gaza-directed-by-yolande-zauberman/7337/
Film Review: "Holy Cow" (Vingt Dieux) by Louise Courvoisier Rating: ★★★★☆ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Full review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/17/review/holy-cow-directed-by-louise-courvoisier/7329/ #FilmReview #Cannes2024 #Cannes77 #UnCertainRegard #HolyCow #VingtDieux #LouiseCourvoisier #Film #FilmFestivals #FilmNews #FilmFestivalNews #ZIZ #NavidNikkhahAzad
Film Review: 'In His Own Image' directed by Thierry de Peretti Rating: ★★★★☆ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Read the full review at ZIZ website: https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/17/review/in-his-own-image-directed-by-thierry-de-peretti/7319/ #FilmReview #Cannes2024 #Cannes77 #DirectorsFortnight #Quinzainedescinéastes #InHisOwnImage #ThierrydePeretti #Film #FilmFestivals #FilmNews #FilmFestivalNews #ZIZ #NavidNikkhahAzad
Film Review: ‘When the Light Breaks’ directed by Rúnar Rúnarsson Rating: ★★★★☆ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Full Review: https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/15/review/when-the-light-breaks-directed-by-runar-runarsson/7301/ #FilmReview #Cannes2024 #Cannes77 #UnCertainRegard #WhentheLightBreaks #RúnarRúnarsson #Film #FilmFestivals #FilmNews #FilmFestivalNews #ZIZ #NavidNikkhahAzad
Film Review: ‘Simon of the mountain’ directed by Federico Luis Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Read the full review at ZIZ website: https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/15/review/simon-of-the-mountain-directed-by-federico-luis/7291/ #FilmReview #Cannes2024 #Cannes77 #CriticsWeek #LaSemainedelaCritique #SimonoftheMountain #FedericoLuis #Film #FilmFestivals #FilmNews #FilmFestivalNews #ZIZ #NavidNikkhahAzad
Film Review: 'Directors Factory Philippines' (Short Films, 2024), Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Read the full review at ZIZ website: https://www.ziz.news/2024/05/15/review/directors-factory-philippines/7279/ #FilmReview #Cannes2024 #Cannes77 #DirectorsFortnight #Quinzainedescinéastes #Film #ShortFilm #FilmFestivals #DirectorsFactoryPhilippines #FilmNews #FilmFestivalNews #ZIZ #NavidNikkhahAzad
Film Review: ‘Malta' (Film, 2024), Natalia Santa Rating: ★★★★★ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Read the full review at ZIZ website: https://www.ziz.news/2024/04/20/review/malta-director-natalia-santa/7169/ #FilmReview #SXSW2024 #Film #Movie #FilmFestivals #Malta #NataliaSanta #FilmNews #FilmFestivalNews #ZIZ #NavidNikkhahAzad
Film Review: ‘Who by Fire' (Film, 2024), Philippe Lesage Rating: ★★★★☆ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Read the full review at ZIZ website: https://www.ziz.news/2024/04/16/review/who-by-fire-dir-philippe-lesage/7151/ #FilmReview #Berlinale #Berlinale2024 #Film #Movie #FilmFestivals #WhobyFire #PhilippeLesage #FilmNews #FilmFestivalNews #ZIZ #NavidNikkhahAzad
Film Review: ‘Who Do I Belong To' (Film, 2024), Meryam Joobeur Rating: ★★★★★ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Read the full review at ZIZ website: https://www.ziz.news/2024/02/23/review/who-do-i-belong-to-dir-meryam-joobeur/6984/ #FilmReview #Berlinale #Berlinale2024 #Film #Movie #FilmFestivals #WhoDoIBelongTo #MeryamJoobeur #FilmNews #FilmFestivalNews #ZIZ #NavidNikkhahAzad
Film Review: ‘My Summer with Irène' (Film, 2024), Carlo Sironi Rating: ★★★★★ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Read the full review at ZIZ website: https://www.ziz.news/2024/02/21/review/my-summer-with-irene-dir-carlo-sironi/6973/ #FilmReview #Berlinale #Berlinale2024 #Film #Movie #FilmFestivals #MySummerwithIrène #CarloSironi #FilmNews #FilmFestivalNews #ZIZ #NavidNikkhahAzad
Film Review: ‘Memories of a Burning Body' (Film, 2024), Antonella Sudasassi Furniss Rating: ★★★☆☆ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Read the full review at ZIZ website: https://www.ziz.news/2024/02/19/review/memories-of-a-burning-body-dir-antonella-sudasassi-furniss/6958/ #FilmReview #Berlinale #Berlinale2024 #Film #Movie #FilmFestivals #MemoriesofaBurningBody #AntonellaSudasassi #FilmNews #FilmFestivalNews #ZIZ #NavidNikkhahAzad
Film Review: ‘Reas' (Film, 2024), Lola Arias Rating: ★★★★★ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Read the full review at ZIZ website: https://www.ziz.news/2024/02/18/review/reas-dir-lola-arias/6941/ #FilmReview #Berlinale #Berlinale2024 #Film #Movie #FilmFestivals #Reas #LolaArias #FilmNews #FilmFestivalNews #ZIZ #NavidNikkhahAzad
FILM REVIEW: ‘Young Hearts' (Film, 2024), Anthony Schatteman Rating: ★★★★★ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Read the full review at ZIZ website: https://www.ziz.news/2024/02/17/review/young-hearts-dir-anthony-schatteman/6854/ #FilmReview #Berlinale #Berlinale2024 #Film #Movie #FilmFestivals #YoungHearts #AnthonySchatteman #FilmNews #FilmFestivalNews #ZIZ #NavidNikkhahAzad
FILM REVIEW: ‘Praia Formosa' (Film, 2024), Julia De Simone Rating: ★★★★☆ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Read the full review at ZIZ website: https://www.ziz.news/2024/01/31/review/praia-formosa-dir-julia-de-simone/6754/ #FilmReview #IFFR #IFFR2024 #Film #Movie #FilmFestivals #PraiaFormosa #JuliaDeSimone *#FilmNews #FilmFestivalNews #ZIZ #NavidNikkhahAzad
FILM REVIEW: ‘Me, Maryam, the Children and 26 Others' (Film, 2024), Farshad Hashemi Rating: ★★★☆☆ Reviewed by Navid Nikkhah Azad Read the full review at ZIZ website: https://www.ziz.news/2024/01/29/review/me-maryam-the-children-and-26-others-dir-farshad-hashemi-iffr-review/6709/ #FilmReview #IFFR #IFFR2024 #Film #Movie #FilmFestivals #FarshadHashemi #FilmNews #FilmFestivalNews #ZIZ #NavidNikkhahAzad
