1/2 Price
[HALFP]
Feature Narrative, 2004, 63 min
A rare attempt to portray children's activities utterly without sentimentality, this debut by a 21-year-old actress follows a trio of kids aged 7, 8, and 9 as they fend for themselves in a world nearly free of adults. The film drew considerable attention in Paris after Chris Marker likened it to Breathless in its depiction of "something we've never before seen onscreen." Read More
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[HALFP]
Feature Narrative, 2004, 63 min
A rare attempt to portray children's activities utterly without sentimentality, this debut by a 21-year-old actress follows a trio of kids aged 7, 8, and 9 as they fend for themselves in a world nearly free of adults. The film drew considerable attention in Paris after Chris Marker likened it to Breathless in its depiction of "something we've never before seen onscreen." Read More
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The 24th Day
[TWENT]
Feature Narrative, 2004, 92 min
What starts as a one night stand between Tom (Scott Speedman) and Dan (James Marsden) escalates into an intense psychological thriller in which the balance of power between captor and captive is never cut-and-dry. Piccirillo infuses this adaptation of his award-winning play with truths, lies, and assumptions that leave the audience struggling to decide whom to believe. Read More
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[TWENT]
Feature Narrative, 2004, 92 min
What starts as a one night stand between Tom (Scott Speedman) and Dan (James Marsden) escalates into an intense psychological thriller in which the balance of power between captor and captive is never cut-and-dry. Piccirillo infuses this adaptation of his award-winning play with truths, lies, and assumptions that leave the audience struggling to decide whom to believe. Read More
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2BPerfectlyHonest
[TOBEP]
Feature Narrative, 2004, 88 min
Interests: New York
In this surreal morality tale, Frank (Adam Trese) measures success in Armani suits while his business partner Josh (Andrew McCarthy) is a hipster computer whiz trying to maintain a moral compass. When their business collapses, Frank moves back home to live with his parents, while Josh is forced to consider the unthinkable - getting a real job. Also featuring John Turturro. Read More
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[TOBEP]
Feature Narrative, 2004, 88 min
Interests: New York
In this surreal morality tale, Frank (Adam Trese) measures success in Armani suits while his business partner Josh (Andrew McCarthy) is a hipster computer whiz trying to maintain a moral compass. When their business collapses, Frank moves back home to live with his parents, while Josh is forced to consider the unthinkable - getting a real job. Also featuring John Turturro. Read More
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3/19, A View From My Porch
Short Documentary, 3 min
Maloney utilizes time compression to concentrate an entire 24-hour period of her life -- in this case March 19, 2003, the first day of the Iraq War -- and mixes it with the actual sounds of the strike on Baghdad. Read More
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Short Documentary, 3 min
Maloney utilizes time compression to concentrate an entire 24-hour period of her life -- in this case March 19, 2003, the first day of the Iraq War -- and mixes it with the actual sounds of the strike on Baghdad. Read More
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456 downtown
Short Documentary, 3 min
Patterns emerge through seemingly random visuals in this collection of reflections on the New York subway line. Meaning travels back and forth in a conversation of looks as a fictional narrative forms. In the projection of the viewer, a rhythmic pattern of light and music refracts. Read More
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Short Documentary, 3 min
Patterns emerge through seemingly random visuals in this collection of reflections on the New York subway line. Meaning travels back and forth in a conversation of looks as a fictional narrative forms. In the projection of the viewer, a rhythmic pattern of light and music refracts. Read More
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50 Ways To Leave Your Lover
[FIFTY]
Feature Narrative, 2004, 91 min
In this sardonic comedy set in Los Angeles, Owen (Paul Schneider) is a failed novelist who now makes his living writing tabloid biographies. After an earthquake hits, he decides to skip town and start a new life on the East Coast. However, his plans go awry when he meets the woman of his dreams at the airport. Read More
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[FIFTY]
Feature Narrative, 2004, 91 min
In this sardonic comedy set in Los Angeles, Owen (Paul Schneider) is a failed novelist who now makes his living writing tabloid biographies. After an earthquake hits, he decides to skip town and start a new life on the East Coast. However, his plans go awry when he meets the woman of his dreams at the airport. Read More
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Afghanistan, The Lost Truth
[AFGHA]
Feature Documentary, 2003, 64 min
An honest look at a war-ravaged land after the fall of the Taliban, going beyond the now-clichéd images of so many recent films. Actress/director Maleknasr travels the country interviewing a wide range of Afghans who, despite the turmoil and suffering they have endured, poignantly voice their collective dreams for their nation's future. Read More
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[AFGHA]
Feature Documentary, 2003, 64 min
An honest look at a war-ravaged land after the fall of the Taliban, going beyond the now-clichéd images of so many recent films. Actress/director Maleknasr travels the country interviewing a wide range of Afghans who, despite the turmoil and suffering they have endured, poignantly voice their collective dreams for their nation's future. Read More
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Amelia
[AMELI]
Feature Documentary, 2003, 60 min
In acclaimed Canadian choreographer Lock's own interpretation of his modern ballet, the power and grace of his La La La Human Steps dance troupe are brilliantly complemented by striking cinematography and editing, which surround the dancers so completely that it appears Amelia is fully realized on screen rather than on stage. With transcendent music by David Lang and lyrics by Lou Reed. Read More
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[AMELI]
Feature Documentary, 2003, 60 min
In acclaimed Canadian choreographer Lock's own interpretation of his modern ballet, the power and grace of his La La La Human Steps dance troupe are brilliantly complemented by striking cinematography and editing, which surround the dancers so completely that it appears Amelia is fully realized on screen rather than on stage. With transcendent music by David Lang and lyrics by Lou Reed. Read More
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America Brown
[BROWN]
Feature Narrative, 2004, 90 min
In this warm coming-of-age drama, a high school quarterback, still coping with the untimely death of his older brother and the pressures of West Texas football, journeys to Brooklyn in search of answers. What he finds there may not be what he sought, but it may be what he needs. Read More
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[BROWN]
Feature Narrative, 2004, 90 min
In this warm coming-of-age drama, a high school quarterback, still coping with the untimely death of his older brother and the pressures of West Texas football, journeys to Brooklyn in search of answers. What he finds there may not be what he sought, but it may be what he needs. Read More
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America's Heart and Soul
[AMERI]
Feature Documentary, 2004, 87 min
Schwarzberg's lovingly crafted documentary is a cinematic paean to the splendors of America -- its vast landscape, diverse people, and incomparable natural wonders. The filmmaker packed up his camera and hit the road, recording his encounters with ordinary Americans -- from a Vermont farmer to an Appalachian coal miner -- and set it all to stirring original music by John Mellencamp. Read More
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[AMERI]
Feature Documentary, 2004, 87 min
Schwarzberg's lovingly crafted documentary is a cinematic paean to the splendors of America -- its vast landscape, diverse people, and incomparable natural wonders. The filmmaker packed up his camera and hit the road, recording his encounters with ordinary Americans -- from a Vermont farmer to an Appalachian coal miner -- and set it all to stirring original music by John Mellencamp. Read More
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American Fame Pt. 1: Drowning River Phoenix
Short Documentary, 11 min
Archer examines the short, tumultuous life of actor River Phoenix. The film explores the fame and pressure that defined Phoenix's life, along with his desire to become pure. Read More
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Short Documentary, 11 min
Archer examines the short, tumultuous life of actor River Phoenix. The film explores the fame and pressure that defined Phoenix's life, along with his desire to become pure. Read More
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American Made
Short Narrative, 25 min
A Sikh-American family on their way to the Grand Canyon becomes stranded in the middle of the desert. The father, clad in his traditional turban, tries to flag down help. When no one stops, the teen son says it is because the father looks like a terrorist. The family is forced to deal with issues of tradition, faith, conformity, and sacrifice. Read More
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Short Narrative, 25 min
A Sikh-American family on their way to the Grand Canyon becomes stranded in the middle of the desert. The father, clad in his traditional turban, tries to flag down help. When no one stops, the teen son says it is because the father looks like a terrorist. The family is forced to deal with issues of tradition, faith, conformity, and sacrifice. Read More
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Another Road Home
[ANOTH]
Feature Documentary, 2004, 77 min
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is given a human face -- actually, as many human faces as a family reunion -- through Israeli filmmaker Elon's quest to find Musa Obeidallah, the Palestinian man who kept house for her family in Jerusalem for more than 20 years. The search begins soon after September 11, in Paterson, New Jersey, one of the largest Arab communities in the country. Read More
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[ANOTH]
Feature Documentary, 2004, 77 min
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is given a human face -- actually, as many human faces as a family reunion -- through Israeli filmmaker Elon's quest to find Musa Obeidallah, the Palestinian man who kept house for her family in Jerusalem for more than 20 years. The search begins soon after September 11, in Paterson, New Jersey, one of the largest Arab communities in the country. Read More
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Archipelago
Short Narrative, 17 min
Honeymooning with her husband Ben, Nina returns to the Caribbean island that she left years ago for a new life. The two enjoy perfect love on a deserted beach-until the past catches up with them. Read More
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Short Narrative, 17 min
Honeymooning with her husband Ben, Nina returns to the Caribbean island that she left years ago for a new life. The two enjoy perfect love on a deserted beach-until the past catches up with them. Read More
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Artflick.001
Short Narrative, 5 min
Contemporary fine art in today's culture has found itself in a very narrow and specific niche, which at times limits its ability to reach a broad audience. The world of fine art is generally perceived as exclusive and intimidating. Artflicks are about breaking down those boundaries and preconceived notions. We are attempting to create a venue that will allow fine art to be interpreted in a way that is fun, energetic and cutting edge. We want to make contemporary fine art accessible and enjoyable to everyone, and help people learn and be inspired by those who are being creative. Our intent is not to create a stereotypical art documentary, but to create a new visual media, called Artflicks. Read More
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Short Narrative, 5 min
Contemporary fine art in today's culture has found itself in a very narrow and specific niche, which at times limits its ability to reach a broad audience. The world of fine art is generally perceived as exclusive and intimidating. Artflicks are about breaking down those boundaries and preconceived notions. We are attempting to create a venue that will allow fine art to be interpreted in a way that is fun, energetic and cutting edge. We want to make contemporary fine art accessible and enjoyable to everyone, and help people learn and be inspired by those who are being creative. Our intent is not to create a stereotypical art documentary, but to create a new visual media, called Artflicks. Read More
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