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Narrated from transcripts, the filmmaker conducts a mediated interview with the man convicted of murdering his grandmother in a robbery in 2005.
Apr 2026
Inspired by a visit with Orlando’s vibrant Moroccan community, Central Florida “arts instigator” Terry Olson travels to Rabat to uncover the human stories behind the 1975 Green March—when 350,000 unarmed Moroccan civilians crossed into the Western Sahara, prompting Franco’s Spain to relinquish its colonial claim. Through firsthand accounts and historical reflection, Olson and Moroccan director Ahmed Bouchalga explore the legacy of that pivotal moment and the decades of regional tension that followed. Olson also delves into the enduring, little-known bond between Morocco and the United States, whose diplomatic relationship stretches back to 1777, when Morocco became the first nation to recognize American independence. Timely and illuminating, this powerful documentary reflects on one nation’s struggle for independence amid the global pressures of decolonization, and the lasting lessons that continue to resonate today with those who choose to heed the call of freedom.
May 2026
In a seemingly quiet and ordinary house, a man questions his spirituality as he comes to terms with a sinister secret that lurks inside his home.
“Some time ago, I decided to stop writing synopses of my films. I want people to come without knowing what they are going to see. There will be no trailer either; they are deceitful and never truly reflect the spirit of the film. Thank you for your understanding.” -Raúl Perrone
This one time, my buddy Charles shook hands with Oliver Stone, what happened next was crazy!
A ghost walks the land of the living in search of those they've lost.
Ping sits on his rooftop, looking out into the sea of cold light which emits a plumy glow. This darkness makes Ping’s heart still and mind blank. This existential pigeon digesting in quietness, longs to fly to greater heights, especially after an unforgettable dream.
After the end of a short relationship with her best friend, Clara, Sophie struggles to understand what went wrong and has to decide who to blame for all that happened.
Joe has to leave soon. Anxiously, he is trying to come to terms with his fate.
An ambitious actress and a disillusioned writer meet by chance, igniting a fragile romance that forces them to confront jealousy, insecurity, and the sacrifices love demands.
Sasha is overwhelmed by problems and melancholy. Inspired by memories of the past, she tries to escape everything, returning from Manchester to Kyiv to visit her mother and try to mend a long-lost relationship. However, things don’t unfold as she had hoped from the moment she steps through the door.
Keïta’s family and other witnesses to his remarkable career share their memories of the photographer and his studio, which he ran from 1948 to 1962. Against the backdrop of Bamako, whose citizens Keïta lovingly immortalized, the film grants rare insight into the artist’s practice and speaks to his photographs’ power as a record of the nation.
Once the proud symbol of the Baltic Sea, the Common Eider is now disappearing at an alarming rate. The Cry of the Eider follows a group of dedicated people fighting to save this iconic sea bird from the brink of collapse. Through breathtaking footage and powerful yet intimate human stories, the film uncovers the deeper forces driving the Eider’s decline — from environmental change to human impact — and asks what this tragedy reveals about the state of the Baltic Sea itself. This is not just the story of one species. The Eider’s fate mirrors the uncertain future of an entire ecosystem. As nature is reshaped by powerful global forces, can individual action still make a difference?
The Man Who Sold The World’s 5th short film. A personal homage to Haruki Murakami and Terrence Malick.