Promoted Work: George E. Holroyd III

George E. Holroyd III was diagnosed with Essential Tremor, a progressive neurological disorder which can cause debilitating tremors and loss of coordination. The symptoms that he has had since adolescence eventually worsened to the point that he began experiencing difficulty in performing simple everyday tasks.

"The series, "And I" is a diary; a collection of glances which illustrate a reality distorted by frustration, embarrassment, and a growing sense of social isolation. It serves as a visualization of the impact that Essential Tremor has on me and my closest relationships as I continue to come to terms with the new realities that I am presented with."

George E. Holroyd III uses his art to fight. His work has embraced the condition that has burdened him; he has not backed down; he has not lost desire.

Respect.

Promoted Work: Black Biscuit - a film by Fabrizio Federico

There is this myth that our lives play out as a neat, coherent and meaningful narrative. It's bullshit.

Fabrizio Federico's Black Biscuit is not easy viewing but it is honest; it's chaotic and self aware; raw and imperfect. His cast are "the social misfits who hang out at the crossroads with the devil".

This is punk DIY cinema. Watch at your own risk.

Fabrizio has a manifesto with some interesting ideas:

  • Film school is poison.
  • Filming must be done without any preparation or a traditional script.
  • Special lighting is not acceptable.
  • Mistakes are beautiful.
  • Continuity is wrong.
  • Answer to one person only - yourself.

(see the full manifesto here)

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Fabrizio pointed me to the work of Jonas Mekas as one of his influences, this is worth a view: