5 Questions With “Dicks That I Like” Director Johanna Gustin!

“Dicks I Like” is a short film that revolves around the artistic process of a female artist who sculpts and explores the subject of male genitalia. The protagonist and a male friend used to work together, and she used to model before pursuing her studies at university. Later, she asks him to pose for herContinue reading “5 Questions With “Dicks That I Like” Director Johanna Gustin!”

5 Questions With “How to Rig an Election: The Racist History of the 1876 Presidential Contest” Director Emily Kunstler

How to Rig an Election: The Racist History of the 1876 “Compromise” is a short historical docu-film with animated elements, about the compromise made during the 1876 election and the racial consequences that followed. Narrated by Tom Hanks, this film tells of the growth and progress of the United States, but even as our economical,Continue reading “5 Questions With “How to Rig an Election: The Racist History of the 1876 Presidential Contest” Director Emily Kunstler”

HollyShorts 2023 – Opening Night Highlights and 5 Questions With “In Too Deep” Director Chris Overton!

We’ve finally made it! Opening Night of the 19th Annual HollyShorts Film Festival has arrived, and with it comes over 400 films in the span of ten days, from some of the most talented people in the film industry. To kick things off, here are some highlights from the Opening Night festivities from the firstContinue reading “HollyShorts 2023 – Opening Night Highlights and 5 Questions With “In Too Deep” Director Chris Overton!”

5 Questions With “Le Pupille” Director Alice Rohrwacher!

There is always something interesting about taking a piece of history and making your own mark on it. In “Le Pupille”, writer/director Alice Rorhwacher did just that, weaving an interesting and fresh take on a very special letter between friends. Set in an Italian Catholic orphanage, this is a story about many things; love, sacrifice,Continue reading “5 Questions With “Le Pupille” Director Alice Rohrwacher!”

5 Questions With “Hallelujah” Director Victor Gabriel and Producer Duran Jones!

Hallelujah has been one of the most talked about films in recent memory when it comes to the short film medium, and for good reason. Writer and director Victor Gabriel tells the story of Hallelujah, a young, bookish boy who speaks in facts and quotes while being taken care of by his uncles, two brothersContinue reading “5 Questions With “Hallelujah” Director Victor Gabriel and Producer Duran Jones!”

HollyShorts 2022 Day 9 (August 19th) Highlights + Q & A With Jay Rosenblatt!

It’s almost time to say goodbye to the 18th Annual HollyShorts Film Festival, but we still have one more full day of incredible films, but not without one more full day of screenings! With the final day mostly dedicated to the awards ceremony, this will give us one last chance to see an entire dayContinue reading “HollyShorts 2022 Day 9 (August 19th) Highlights + Q & A With Jay Rosenblatt!”

HollyShorts 2022 Day 8 (August 18th) Highlights + Q & A With Chris McNabb!

We’re nearing the end of the festival, and as sad as that is, we still have many great films left to show off. There are more documentaries, romance and a spotlight on Latinx filmmakers on display today, with so many special projects getting a spotlight on the biggest stage in short films. The films belowContinue reading “HollyShorts 2022 Day 8 (August 18th) Highlights + Q & A With Chris McNabb!”

HollyShorts 2022 Day 7 (August 17th) Highlights + Q & A With Tim Georgeson!

We’re on to day 7, and still have so many wonderful films to screen during today’s slate. With Dark Comedies, Coming of Age stories and Web Series in store for today, there is a lot to enjoy. The following are a few of the highlights from today’s films, as well as an interview with oneContinue reading “HollyShorts 2022 Day 7 (August 17th) Highlights + Q & A With Tim Georgeson!”

HollyShorts 2022 Day 6 (August 16th) Highlight + Q & A With Rell Battle!

We’re just past the halfway point of the festival, but we still have so much more to show. With today’s events, we get some of the best in shorts from the realms of television, action and even student films! Below will be some of the highlights from today’s offerings, as well as an interview withContinue reading “HollyShorts 2022 Day 6 (August 16th) Highlight + Q & A With Rell Battle!”

HollyShorts 2022 Day 5 (August 15th) Highlights + Q & A With Tiffany Frances

We’ve made it to the halfway point of this year’s festival, but with so many films left to show off, we’re not even close to done just yet. Today’s schedule has some incredible projects, and so let’s not waste any time. Period Pieces, Documentaries, Music Videos and more are all on display here today, andContinue reading “HollyShorts 2022 Day 5 (August 15th) Highlights + Q & A With Tiffany Frances”