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MONTHLY RESULTS JULY – AUGUST 2023

RSTMPA MONTHLY RESULTS (July - August 2023) Category: Amateur Film  WINNER KINDNESS RIGHT BACK AT YOU Accreditee(s): FRANK DZIKUNU Nigeria - OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD  Last Phone Call Accreditee(s): James Wright United States - OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD  The Death Ox Accreditee(s): Serkan Aktas Turkey - CRITICS' CHOICE AWARD  Mirrorty Accreditee(s): Serkan Aktas Turkey - Category: Animated Film  WINNER Grandma's Tale of The Magical Ou-tenga Accreditee(s): Rishab Thakur India - OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD  Banana Tree Accreditee(s): Scott Kane United States - CRITICS' CHOICE AWARD  Last Phone Call Accreditee(s): James Wright United States - Category: Best Actor  WINNER Visualization Accreditee(s): Abdolrahman Sarraei - OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD  How Many More? Accreditee(s): Wesley Guimarães Brazil - OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD  SCREENPLAY of an Indian Love Story Accreditee(s):...

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Sonata For A Calendar | Interview

RSTMPA: Why did you choose to shoot your film in black and white? Carmen Rosa Vargas: We decided on black and white because we felt that the range of grays helped this particular story, to focus the action on the character, without diminishing the narrative importance of space. We also wanted to convey this very Lima atmosphere, with a particularly gray sky that illuminates the rooms with a soft light due...

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Suicides Club | Review

Suicides Club, penned by the talented Katarzyna Adamus, takes us on a compelling journey through the lives of two despondent individuals during the Christmas season in London. The story revolves around their desperate decision to seek professional help to end their lives, but fate has other plans in store. Amidst their darkest moments, the protagonists find themselves drawn into a mysterious club that promises assistance in their final journey. However, the...

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Show some mercy Dr Dearcy | Review

"Show Some Mercy Dr. Dearcy," directed by the exceptionally talented Katarzyna Adamus, is a delightful rollercoaster of entertainment, drama, and witty banter. Clocking in at just one minute, this film packs a punch and keeps the audience thoroughly engaged throughout. The story revolves around a telephonic conversation between the male protagonist, an outdoorsy adventurer with a penchant for hiking, and his co-character, Dr. Dearcy, portrayed brilliantly by Katherine herself. Dr. Dearcy...

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It’s non-emergency! | Review

Directed by Katarzyna Adamus and Pat Ceasar, "It's Non-Emergency!" is a laughter-packed comedic delight. From start to finish, this nearly 8-minute film keeps the audience engaged with its impeccable timing of jokes and overall silliness. The movie revolves around an alleged case where the bloodstains of an unknown victim are found on the staircase handle of Alicia's house. The dialogue writing is quick and witty, ensuring there's never a dull moment...

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Sonata For A Calendar | Review

"Sonata For A Calendar," directed by Carmen Rosa Vargas, is a timeless short film presented in captivating black and white. The story revolves around Alphonso's daily routine, meticulously programmed to follow a specific order in his home. However, a sudden turn of events leads him down a dark path, transforming him into a captive. This film stands as a true cinematic institution, providing valuable lessons in storytelling through its use of...

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A Week to Time Travel | Review

The Vignesh Nadar-directed film "A Week To Time Travel" takes its audience on a reflective trip through time and the human soul. The movie, which is set in the near future, concentrates on Ankit, a common city resident whose life takes an extraordinary turn after he is chosen for the coveted Time Travel program by the mysterious Intellectual Society. Ankit's feelings are torn between excitement and uncertainty since there is...

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A Christmas Alone | Review

It's "A Christmas Alone" Written by Christan van Slyke and Wayne D. Burdette Jr., this story of bereavement and the healing effects of seclusion during the festival season is sincere and realistic. Christine, a character in the story, is a woman who is struggling with the tragic loss of her father. She sets off on a solitary quest to find comfort in her own company in order to escape the...

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