Dr. hc. Sheldon Woodson Sr. | Interview

RSTMPA: What initially drew you to filmmaking? Sheldon: I started as an artist, drawing portraits and writing comics using pictures without words, then writing the words later. After seeing how storyboards made movies what they were. I decided to throw my hat in the ring.   RSTMPA: Who are your filmmaking influences, and how do they inspire your work? Sheldon: Initially, Spike Lee, seeing that a person of color was making films at a...

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Jeff Smith | Interview

RSTMPA : What initially drew you to filmmaking? Jeff: Ever since I can remember I loved watching movies. I think films can change society and the way we think as a whole. And I love the fact that my creative outlet can impact the culture for the better.   RSTMPA : Who are your filmmaking influences, and how do they inspire your work? Jeff: Is would have to say David Yates. I love the...

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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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Daydream on Monday I Interview |

RSTMPA: Could you elaborate on the role of daydreaming and self-discovery in "Daydreaming on Mondays"? How do these themes contribute to the overall narrative and the protagonist's journey? Frederic Chen: The film is divided into three chapters, each depicting the psychological journey of an anxious girl from seeking acceptance by others to rediscovering self-confidence. The opening scenes use impressionistic cinematography to immerse the audience in the rhythm of the story, allowing...

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ERRECONZERO from alarm to awakening I Interview |

  RSTMPA: Can you tell us about the inspiration behind "ERRECONZERO from alarm to awakening" and what motivated you to embark on this documentary project? Andrea: THE INSPIRATION CAME ALMOST AUTOMATICALLY WHEN, IN ITALY FIRST, AND IN THE WORLD SOON AFTER, WE FOUND OURSELVES FACING THE LOCKDOWN AND ALL THE CONSEQUENCES THAT CAME WITH IT. IN THAT FIRST MOMENT, WHEN OUR PREMIER ON LIVE TV ANNOUNCED TO US THE "I'M STAYING HOME"...

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FREEDUMB I Interview I

RSTMP: The title of your film is a creative play on words. How did you come up with it? John: When I was writing FREEDUMB I wanted to subtly suggest that what we were watching as an audience was a Parallel Universe. The OTHER Earth. The Earth at the halfway point of the time space continuum or better stated, the halfway point of INFINITY.  In this alternate dimension, Artificial Intelligence has...

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Lady Samurai – the final cut | Interview

RSTMP: What inspired you to create a film about the benefits of martial arts and music, and how did you come up with the concept for Lady Samurai? Fay: In the tapestry of my existence, intertwined with the threads of resilience and grace, two pillars have stood steadfast: the harmonies of music and the dance of martial arts. In the depths of life's trials, they have been my guiding lights, illuminating...

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Free Range | An interview with Lindsei Barros

An interview by | Debopam Deb Roy   A woman visiting a town to look at a house that is up for sale learns a lot more about the place and its people than she thought she would.   RSTMP: Free Range can be identified as the work of an experienced filmmaker as it is extremely intimidating. What, according to you, is the most important quality of a filmmaker? Lindsei: The ability of telling a...

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Amethyst Girl Destiny | An Interview With Danielle Hobbs

A successful black dance and wellness coach who has been haunted by nightmares of fire expulsion seeks therapy to find the minimal life. But one sudden day she realizes that she is gifted with some super power which she uses them to save the country from a deadly missile.   Danielle Hobbs  is  a Award winning  creator, producer and actor. Recently she is engage in publishing her first children book.   1.RSTMPA - Your...

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Agni-Taskar: Story of a traitor | An Interview With Agniv Sengupta

Agni-Taskar: Story of a traitor tells the story of one the greatest betrayal in modern history . The story adapted from Narayan Sanyal's 'BISWASGHATAK',   Agniv Sengupta is a successful director and writer.   1.RSTMPA – Above of all, a big congratulation on your victory! How do you feel about winning the RSTMP Award on Comedy short category? Agniv - Thank you. Our team is proud and excited to receive the award. Every recognition is...

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