The development of radiation-creating weapons became a turning point in World War II. Few would dispute that the bombs at Hiroshima and Nagasaki changed the world. Yet, how these weapons and technologies were developed remains a source of contention. Throughout the past few decades, the effects of this development have continued to affect the residents … Continue reading Slamdance 2023: ‘Downwind’ Exposes Government Neglect Resulting in Decades of Radiation
Slamdance 2023: ‘With Peter Bradley’ Leisurely Spends the Day with a Secret Icon
Rarely are trailblazers in the art world are acknowledged in their time. After all, much of the art world is driven by establishments. Breaking cultural and artistic norms can feel like an act of rebellion. In the world of abstract art, this remains a point of contention. For artists of color, these issues can be … Continue reading Slamdance 2023: ‘With Peter Bradley’ Leisurely Spends the Day with a Secret Icon
Slamdance 2023: ‘Mad Cats’ is an Insanely Fun and Weird Martial Arts Comedy
Sometimes, a metaphor is simply not enough to convey an artist's vision. Directors sometimes lean straight into the absurdity of their ideas and literalize concepts that seem too crazy to bring to life. In the case of Mad Cats, director Reiki Tsuno commits fully to his wacky premise. As a result, Mad Cats embraces the … Continue reading Slamdance 2023: ‘Mad Cats’ is an Insanely Fun and Weird Martial Arts Comedy
Slamdance 2023: ‘Starring Jerry As Himself’ is a Genre Mashup Extravaganza
The ability to mash up genres should never be taken for granted. Many stories cannot sustain the stronger elements of other genres. Yet the process of making meta and medium-bending films has only become more common in recent years. Documentary has been the landing place of many of these films, where you can utilize the … Continue reading Slamdance 2023: ‘Starring Jerry As Himself’ is a Genre Mashup Extravaganza