MINI-DOCS Film Festival. March 8/9 event
Documentary, Independent, Short Films
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I Am 18, 40min., India
Directed by Sasi Kumar
"I am 18" is a powerful documentary set in India that delves into the lives of young adults as they reach the significant milestone of turning 18. This age marks a pivotal moment in many cultures and societies, symbolizing the transition from adolescence to adulthood. The documentary captures the emotions, aspirations, and challenges faced by these individuals as they stand on the threshold of a new chapter in their lives. Through intimate interviews, candid footage, and compelling narratives, "I am 18" offers a poignant exploration of what it means to come of age in the modern world.
https://www.instagram.com/sasikumardir/
https://www.wildsound.ca/videos/audience-feedback-i-am-18
Smile for the Dead, 54min., USA
Directed by Hamilton Young Ward
True crime meets the paranormal as "Smile for the Dead" uncovers the eerie mystery of William H. Mumler's spirit photography and his ghostly portraits that baffled the 1800s. This documentary investigates Mumler's techniques and why society so needed him in the post Civil War era.
https://www.309filmsllc.com/
https://www.instagram.com/ham_on_vvry
https://www.wildsound.ca/videos/audience-feedback-smile-for-the-dead