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'Gifted Pain' Review: A Martial-Arts Inspired Action Thriller Of Trauma And Survival
'Gifted Pain' by writer/director Tobias Jon is a gritty indie vigilante-esque drama with a dark, stylish edge.
Jan 175 min read


'The Professional Parent' Review: An Oscar-Qualifying Short Film On Hard Truths In Slovakia
Oscar-qualifying short-film 'The Professional Parent' by writer/director Erik Jasaň tackles social problems and difficult truths in a poverty-stricken part of Slovakia.
Nov 29, 20254 min read


'Roses on the Vine' Review: A Quiet Story of Love and Survival
Jon Shaivitz feature film writing and directorial debut 'Roses on the Vine' is a quiet story of love and survival as a father and daughter do their best under difficult circumstances.
Nov 15, 20254 min read








































