Women of the Gulag
The film Women of the Gulag tells the compelling and tragic stories of the women – last survivors of the Gulag, the brutal system of repression and terror that devastated the Soviet population during the regime of Stalin. The Gulag was first captured by Solzhenitsyn in his opus, Gulag Archipelago. Never before the stories of […]
Black Pool
“Black Pool” is a gripping thriller about a revenge-fueled, cat-and-mouse game of imprisonment and interrogation. Thirty years ago, Michael’s life was shattered by a shadowy figure he saw for only a fleeting moment. But tonight, through a chance encounter, he believes he’s found the man responsible for ruining his life. And he’s going to make […]
Jackstones
Life in the fishing village of Buenasuerte, Philippines seems idyllic – and in many ways, it is. But dive a little deeper and you’ll discover a story of environmental hurdles, economic heartaches and government corruption – all set against a backdrop of culture, community and incredible innovation. Director Biography – Tim Riedel Tim Riedel was […]
1-2-3 (Gasping for Air) -feature- dcff2018 (Philippines)
Luis is just one of the teenage boys in the idyllic and fishing island of Silag. He goes through the issues of adolescence with his childhood sweetheart, Maricar, while his younger sister, Lulu busies herself by joining amateur singing contests in hopes of becoming a star. One day, a talent manager discovers her singing and […]
Dunham Deaf Boy -feature/doc- dcff2018 (Canada)
Patrick and Margaret Fee immigrated to Montreal from Farmaugh County, Ireland in 1925 and trekking with horses’ wagon trying to cross the USA border but got stranded 20 miles before the border due to birth of their 5th child. They settled in small town in Quebec. Ronald was 11th out of 12 siblings. He was […]
War Crime -feature/doc- dcff2018 (Nepal)
During the 10-year conflict (1996-2006) in Nepal, Maoists recruited children as spies, cooks, porters and even frontline guerrillas. After the signing of a comprehensive peace accord (in 2006) between the Maoists and Nepal government, Maoist combatants and weapons were brought into the UN-supervised camps (in 2007) where 4008 combatants were classified as being minors and […]
The Astronot -Feature- dcff2018 (Canada/USA) Winner: Best Feature/Editor/Screenplay/Music
Daniel longed to touch the moon; with Sandy’s help, he’d reach the stars. It was 1969 and America was embarking on the biggest adventure known to humankind with its voyage to the moon. Daniel too was pursuing the unknown; leaving the path of isolation he had known for so long to embrace the love of […]
Bagman -feature- dcff2018 (Canada)
A man named Bagman wears a paper bag mask, and kills people that don’t recycle. *A Deadpool inspired film* Director Biography – Phillip Wilson, Logan Wilson Both brothers are very talented filmmakers from Edmonton, Alberta Canada. There passion for filmmaking is beyond and they love the art of film. They never give up and […]
The True North Project -Feature/doc- dcff2018 (Canada)
The True North Project, commissioned by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, is a celebration of Canada’s multi-ethnic society and its ongoing process of reconciliation with the indigenous community. In this celebration of diversity, artists from vastly different backgrounds are brought together to create a collaborative work for orchestra. The documentary focuses on national identity and the […]
Padmini -Feature- dcff2018 (India)
A biopic on the life of renowned Indian woman painter T.K.Padmini. the film begins and ends with the narrative of t. k divakara menon, uncle of t. k padmini who encouraged and supported the painter against all odds. we pay homage to the great man who left us in the midst of the shooting of […]