My intentions for the festival were far exceeded during my time at Cucalorus. Not only did I see many impressive short films but I also got to learn many other things. I met many of the filmmakers whose shorts I admired. People during the festival were very approachable and easy to talk to. I had good discussions with the directors of many shorts and features. I asked questions like I intended to do and got great results. I also went to many different types of screenings to get a good variety such as shorts on race, children films, horror, documentaries, and experimental films. I saw many more films than I intended and this was the first film festival I have attended and so it was worth it. My intention to see the film Burning (2018) did not pan out though because of my work schedule. Despite that I saw many pleasant films.
My favorite experience at the festival was the sound and image block that took place at Whiskey Tango Foxtrot on Thursday night. The films were all music videos made by bands across the country. Most filmmakers were hired by musicians while some others directed the videos themselves. I saw some very impressive stop motion music videos as well as videos shot locally. I met a filmmaker named Kira Bursky who directed a music video I really admired. She made visuals and then projected them onto a wall and had the actors choreographed to move in relation to the images and then recorded that for her film. It turns out she is from Asheville and we have been living among each other our whole lives. I got her information and we plan on meeting up during winter break now.
The thing that surprised me the most is how approachable and kind spirited everyone at the festival was. When you think of filmmakers an ego is usually attached to the concept and each filmmaker I met was very willing to discuss their film and other topics with anyone who approached them. It was a very pleasant surprise and it made the whole experience better.
Next year when I am a filmmaker at the festival I will know how it operates and I will be comfortable and confident in my ability to maneuver around Cucalorus. I have an understanding of the atmosphere now as well.
My favorite films were
KRISTA
POOR JANE
WHITE RAVENS
BOXED
HAIRCUT
I lost my Pegasus pass and so I do not have any images to share :(
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