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Presenting features, documentaries and shorts, and retrospectives of landmark films. The festival functions as a cinematic and cultural expression of different points of view, with diverse
09/10/2024
We’re excited to share a review by Amanda L. Andrei of Transparent Body & Other Texts by Max Blecher, translated by Gabi Reigh. This collection of poems, letters, short prose, and aphorisms offers an intimate look into the mind of one of Romania’s avant-garde interwar writers. 📖
Check out the full review at seefilmla.org/reviews!
Screened at , Romanian film Libertate (Freedom) now has US distribution.
In the chaotic days of the December 1989 revolution that overthrew the Communist regime, the Transylvanian city of Sibiu becomes the scene of a violent assault on a Police unit that quickly escalates into a bloody confrontation between soldiers, policemen, civilian protesters, and representatives of the secret police.
In a desperate attempt to escape the siege, Police Captain Viorel is captured by the army and thrown into an empty swimming pool along with hundreds of prisoners accused of being terrorists.
Provided courtesy of Synergetic Distribution. Running time: 109 minutes. In Romanian, with English subtitles.
Followed by a discussion with Christian Grose, Academic Director of the USC Schwarzenegger Institute and Matthew Carey, Documentary Editor, Deadline
You're invited to a special free screening of Libertate:
7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, October 8th, 2024
RSVPs ARE NON-TRANSFERABLE. SEATING IS LIMITED
Details and RSVP here: https://cinema.usc.edu/events/event.cfm?id=71700
The Albert & Dana Broccoli Theatre, SCA 112
George Lucas Building, USC School of Cinematic Arts Complex
900 W. 34th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90007
Directed by Tudor Giurgiu
Screenplay by Cecilia Stefanescu, Tudor Giurgiu, and Nap Toader
Produced by Oana Giurgiu and Tudor Giurgiu
08/24/2024
Another SEEfest Accelerator project from Bulgarian-American filmmaker Valentina Ganeva has completed a long development journey!
SCHINDLER SPACE ARCHITECT will have its US premiere at the Architecture and Design Film Festival in New York:
Fri, Sep 27th, 8:30 PM 1 - Village East Cinema
Sat, Sep 28th, 1:15 PM @ Theater 2 - Village East Cinema
Congratulations to everyone who worked tirelessly to make this film.
08/21/2024
Originally collected by Đorđe Kojanović Stefanović and first published in 1871, Serbian Folk Tales has been lovingly brought to English by Rade Kolbas and brings to life traditional stories filled with dragons, clever brothers, heroes, and timeless wisdom.
This collection features 23 tales that highlight the rich cultural heritage of Serbia and the Balkans.
From epic quests and magical encounters to moral lessons and clever tricks, each story reflects the values and traditions of Serbian folklore.
Available now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D4K48CTH/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_4C08E1FHW8PHESDVX3M1?linkCode=ml1&tag=levidette-20
08/15/2024
Looking for your next gripping read? Check out Mihaela-Adina Drăgan’s insightful review on our website of Did This Hand Kill? by Cezary Łazarewicz.
This riveting book meticulously reconstructs a notorious 1931 crime and its aftermath, delving into the intense courtroom drama and the haunting question of guilt. If you’re a fan of true crime, this is a must-read!
🔗 Dive into the full review: https://seefilmla.org/review-did-this-hand-kill/
📚 Published by Open Letter Books
✍️ Review by https://www.instagram.com/adinadragan_
SEEfest humanities programs featured artists from countries of Eastern and South East Europe, showcasing excerpts from their work and engaging local audiences in wide-ranging conversations.
The program, titled BORDERLANDS/NOWHERELANDS, was realized with support from California Humanities, a non-profit partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities: https://calhum.org/
California Humanities
Thank you to our wonderful artists-participants, Ivana Todorovic, Dante Alencastre, Oswald, Kotsiuba, Polina Ura Herman, Toni Be, Nataša Prosenc Stearns, Carina Rosanna Tautu, Miroslav Tadić, Beken . Special thanks to the SEEfest Team: marketing maven Denise Wakeman, filmmaker Lejla Subašić, photographers Aaron Perez and Matt Allen, and editor Carrasco, who put together this video. Cheers, everyone!
07/22/2024
🎥 Streaming until the 30th! 🎥
U.S.-based Bosnian filmmaker Sabina Vajrača’s short film SEVAP/MITZVAH will stream as part of Film Independent's Always Remember program from July 16 - July 30. It's free to watch; you just need to register! Watch here: https://www.filmindependent.org/events/always-remember-sevap-mitzvah/
SEVAP/MITZVAH
In 1941 Nazi-occupied Bosnia, a Muslim woman risks everything to save her Jewish friends. 50 years later, the tables have turned. Inspired by a true story.
2023 Humanitas Prize Winner: https://www.humanitasprize.org/2023-winners-nominees
07/19/2024
Exciting news!
We are thrilled to announce that the Grand Prize winner of this year’s SEEfest, GUARDIANS OF THE FORMULA, has been acquired for U.S. distribution!
Stay tuned for upcoming screenings and immerse yourself in this powerful story about the medical breakthrough that introduced the bone marrow transplant procedure, paving the way for innovative treatments that doctors and patients depend on today.
This film is also a testament to the power of solidarity, which is essential for the success of any human endeavor. 🤝✨
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07/07/2024
New Review Alert for Your Delightful Sunday Reading!
Amanda L. Andrei dives into the captivating world of Trio. For the beauty of it at Theatre World Brno 2024. La Fleur’s dancers weave English, French, and Spanish into a stunning display of cultural expression and artistry.
Photos by Ivo Dvořák
Location: Goose on a String Theatre / Provazek hall, Brno, Czech Republic
Date: May 23, 2024
From Ivorian coupé-décalé to Mexican cumbia sonidera and NYC vogue, Trio mesmerizes with its rhythmic poetry and transcendent gestures.
Read the full review and immerse yourself in the beauty of Trio. For the beauty of it at seefilmla.org/reviews
07/02/2024
50th anniversary of the Rubik's Cube, invented by Hungarian architect and designer, Erno Rubik
https://seefilmla.org/inventor-rubiks-cube/
Inventor of the Rubik’s Cube Gets a Movie A Rubik’s Cube movie & game show are in the works. Learn about the Hungarian inventor & story behind his famed invention soon be on the screen.
06/21/2024
Our amazing Executive Director, , served on the jury at Transilvania International Film Festival (TIFF.ro) in Cluj! Plus, some SEEfest filmmakers were there pitching their awesome new projects.
The festival was a blast, taking over the city with fun events (including an HBO party for House of the Dragons, no big deal). Our very own Polina Herman even attended workshops to hone her filmmaking skills for her documentary project.
So proud of our SEEfest fam making waves at TIFF!
06/14/2024
We’re thrilled to announce that “Blackbird Blackbird Blackberry,” a charming Georgian love story that captivated our closing night audience, is now streaming on !
This SEEfest favorite by Elene Naveriani (ALVA FILM & TAKES FILMc) generated a buzz with its heartwarming tale of love in later life. We’re so proud to see it find a home on such a fantastic arthouse platform!
But SEEfest’s impact goes beyond regional gems! Films we adore, like the Kazakhstani comedy “Mountain Onion” by Eldar Shibanov, might not always perfectly fit our focus. Still, we champion these incredible works!
SEEfest’s dedicated feature programmers championed and promoted “Mountain Onion,” shepherding its journey to U.S. distributor Synergetic Films.
06/06/2024
SEEfest Reviews Alert! 📚 Enjoy Amanda L. Andrei’s thoughtful reflections on two captivating works.
Review: The Ratcatcher at Radost Theatre “A clever and intricate adaptation of the Pied Piper fairytale, mixing modern twists with lush details and a touch of sci-fi.” - Amanda L. Andrei
Review: MyLifeandMyLife by Melinda Mátyus “Translating the raw emotion of a nameless woman’s fraught relationship, this experimental novella pushes the boundaries of language and love.” - Amanda L. Andrei
The SEEfest Review is accepting pitches for essays and critiques on film, literature, art, history, and music. Check our guidelines and share your unique perspective with us. We look forward to hearing from you!
Read more at seefilmla.org/reviews/
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05/31/2024
Great celebration continues for Croatian filmmaker Nebojša Slijepčević who last week won the coveted Palme d’Or for his powerful short film, The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent.
Slijepčević is known to SEEfest audiences in Los Angeles from his previous documentary films shown at our festival, ‘Gangster of Love’ and ‘Srbenka.’
Congrats to the filmmaker, who also wrote the script, lead actor Goran Bogdan, the entire cast and crew, and producers from Croatia, Bulgaria, France, and Slovenia, who teamed up to realize the film. The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent is based on a true story.
It was February 27, 1993, in Štrpci, Bosnia and Herzegovina. A passenger train from Belgrade to Bar is stopped by paramilitary forces in an ethnic cleansing operation. As they haul off innocent civilians, only one man out of 500 passengers dares to stand up to them. This is the true story of a man who could not remain silent.
Photo: Sanja Bistricic
05/21/2024
NEW SEEfest Review:
Discover the enigmatic novella "MyLifeandMyLife" by Melinda Mátyus, where a nameless woman navigates a complex relationship filled with unfulfilled desires and artistic tension.
This poetic tale, rich in emotional depth, explores love, isolation, and the struggle for intimacy through the lens of fragmented art. Intrigued by themes of doomed love and inner turmoil?
Read the review by Amanda L. Andrei
Review: MyLifeandMyLife A review by Amanda L. Andrei of MyLifeandMyLife by Melinda Mátyus, experimental novella from the perspective of a nameless woman in a fraught relationship.
05/14/2024
📷 SEEfest 2024 honors Siarhiej Kanaplianik (MOTHERLAND, Belarus/Sweden) for Best Documentary Cinematography! Ivo Miko’s camerawork in THE THIRD END OF THE STICK (Slovakia) gets an Honorable Mention.
05/13/2024
🎨 The Barco HDR Master LightSteering Color Grade Prize goes to three films: “LIBERTATE (FREEDOM)” by Tudor Giurgiu (Romania), “MOTHERLAND” by Alexander Mihalkovich & Hanna Badziaka (Belarus/Sweden), and “GUARDIANS OF THE FORMULA” by Dragan Bjelogrlić (Serbia/Slovenia/Montenegro/Macedonia/France).
05/13/2024
SEEfest 2024 celebrates films that break down barriers! “NON-ALIGNED: SCENES FROM THE LABUDOVIĆ REELS” by Mila Turajlić (Serbia/France/Croatia/Montenegro/Qatar) wins Best Documentary Film for its powerful bridge between cultures. “CLARA” by Sabin Dorohoi (Romania) takes home the Best Narrative Film Bridging the Borders Award.
05/13/2024
SEEfest 2024 audiences crown their favorites! “GUARDIANS OF THE FORMULA” (Serbia/Slovenia/Montenegro/Macedonia/France) takes home the Audience Award for Feature Film. “NON-ALIGNED: SCENES FROM THE LABUDOVIĆ REELS” by Mila Turajlić (Serbia/France/Croatia/Montenegro/Qatar) wins the Documentary Audience Award.
05/12/2024
🌈 Exquisite artistry takes center stage at SEEfest 2024! The Best Short Animation award is presented to “27” by Flóra Anna Buda (Hungary). Milanka Fabjančič (Slovenia) receives an Honorable Mention for her equally innovative “OCTOPUS BANANA HOTCHPOTCH”.
05/12/2024
📹 Powerful stories leave their mark at SEEfest 2024! “WAKING UP IN SILENCE” by Mila Zhluktenko & Daniel Asadi Faezi (Ukraine) wins Best Short Documentary. “SELF-PORTRAIT ALONG THE BORDERLINE” by Anna Dziapshipa (Georgia) receives an Honorable Mention.
05/12/2024
Powerful narratives take center stage at SEEfest 2024! “INVISIBLE BORDER” by Mark Siegfried Gerstorfer (Austria) wins Best Short Fiction. “DIGNITY KEEPER” by Sandro Rados (Germany) earns an Honorable Mention.
05/11/2024
🎥 A round of applause for stunning cinematography at SEEfest 2024! The award for Best Feature Film Cinematography goes to Ivan Kostić for his work in “GUARDIANS OF THE FORMULA” (a co-production of Serbia, Slovenia, Montenegro, Macedonia, and France). An Honorable Mention is also extended to Matthias Pilz for his captivating camerawork in “EXCURSION” (Bosnia and Herzegovina).
05/11/2024
🌟 Recognizing exceptional storytelling at SEEfest 2024! Best Documentary is awarded to “MOTHERLAND” by Alexander Mihalkovich & Hanna Badziaka (Belarus/Sweden) with an Honorable Mention for “NARROW PATH TO HAPPINESS” by Kata Oláh (Hungary)!
05/11/2024
Congratulations to Alexander Trifonov for Outstanding Performance by a Lead Actor in “THE TRAP” (Bulgaria)!
05/10/2024
🏆 Honoring excellence at SEEfest 2024!
Best Feature goes to “GUARDIANS OF THE FORMULA” by Dragan Bjelogrlić (Serbia/Slovenia/Montenegro/Macedonia/France) with an Honorable Mention for “BLACKBIRD BLACKBIRD BLACKBERRY” by Elene Naveriani (Georgia/Switzerland).
05/10/2024
Join the SEEfest WRITERS SHOWCASE on May 11th at 10 AM PT for a virtual Zoom event packed with fresh stories! RSVP AT SEEFILMLA.ORG/EVENT.
Six brand new scripts will come alive through staged readings, transporting you through journeys of love, war, sorrow, and laughter.
Meet the talented writers and hear directly from the actors and directors behind these captivating stories.
It features writers Megan Smith, Jay Miracle, Eralda L. Lameborshi, Sean Lieberman, Shogik Gigorian, and Gordana Smudja and directors Samatha Shada, Dawn Fields, Kevin DeLoughry, Harmony Jupiter, Billie King, and Audra Angelique. Come sign on!
05/09/2024
Great Closing night and wrap party toasting the success of SEEfest No. 19! Another screening with an appreciative audience that filled the theatre at Regal Cinema in DTLA. L.A. traffic made the driving a challenge, but people kept coming in and filled the seats. THANK YOU moviegoers and fans of SEEfest films, we appreciate you! THANK YOU to our young festival team of VOLUNTEERS -- so many new faces, new energy. You rocked! ELMA - European Languages & Movies in America Beverly Press Park Labrea News The Immigrant Magazine Cinema Without Borders Goethe-Institut Los Angeles Jacob Segal Irina Maleeva Romanian Cultural Institute in New York / ICR New York .films Sevdije Kastrati Denise Wakeman Lejla Subašić Carina Rosanna Tautu Barco Joachim Jochen Zell Mike Tosti Cara Warwick Tunde Skovran Polina Ura Herman Andrei Zinca
05/09/2024
Coming up on Saturday, May 11.
SEEfest WRITERS SHOWCASE
(via Zoom @ 10 am PT/ 1 pm ET - no charge!)
Staged readings and Q&A with members of the SEEfest Writes 2024 Cohort
SEEfest WRITERS SHOWCASE Join SEEFest's Writes 2024 cohorts for staged readings from six scripts fresh from the page! The Writers Showcase is on May 11, 2024
05/08/2024
Wrapping up the festival with a double screener & wrap party!
Ticket holders only! Join the exclusive Closing Gala after party at Strada Eateria & Bar after seeing “Sunny’s Closet” and/or “Blackbird Blackbird Blackberry.”
Don’t miss the Q&A with director Carlyle King and Irina Maleeva after Sunny’s Closet. See you there!
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