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The Battle of Red / Blue, 3min., USA
Directed by Law Jones
In the heat-soaked city of Kurogane, a wandering student named Kaine chases two things with equal obsession—perfect rice bowls and perfect fights.
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https://www.wildsound.ca/videos/audience-feedback-the-battle-of-red
The War On Art – The Doomsday Poets, 20min., Canada
Directed by David Joyce
A group of musicians take issue with the devastating role Social Media and Streaming services has on music and art. The band uses incredible music, comedy and raw truth to shun complacency in the industries.
https://www.wildsound.ca/videos/audience-feedback-the-war
BLUE, 22min., USA
Directed by Nathan Porter
Past, present, and an uncertain future blend together as a woman struggles to manage the weight of grief and love in the wake of a great loss.
https://www.wildsound.ca/videos/audience-feedback-blue
THE AUGE, 5min., Germany
Directed by Rudolf “Ronny” Augenheimer
Camera specialist Ronny J. Augenheimer presents his latest invention: A camera helmet that can turn even the most daring POV shots into reality. At the same time we learn about his struggles and dreams as a filmmaker.
https://www.instagram.com/dropout_films
https://www.wildsound.ca/videos/audience-feedback-the-auge
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