Category: STAFF PICKS – 2024 ARFF BARCELONA

Original Film Title: Famous

Director’s Name: Ali Hopson

Writer’s Name: Ali Hopson

Producer: MpM Studios

Country of Origin: United States

Country of Filming : United States

Language: English

Runtime: 3 minutes 22 seconds

Film Description:

In the music video for “Famous” by Kady Rain, the pop icon takes viewers on her journey into a day in the life, singing of the highs and lows of getting to be famous. With vibrant visuals and a catching tune, Kady sings about the price of celebrity while highlighting the empowering aspects of self-expression. The video weaves together bold fashion and energetic performances, offering a visually stunning portrayal of the complexities that come with being in the spotlight.

Original Film Title: Come to Spain!

Director’s Name: Viktoria Robotika

Writer’s Name: Viktoria Robotika

Producer: Viktoria Robotika

Country of Origin: Spain

Country of Filming : Spain

Language: English

Runtime: 2 minutes 33 seconds

Film Description:

Fictional advertisement with music from the Pulpo Paul Movie (inspired by the octopus that predicted 2008 UEFA EuroCup and 2010 FIFA World Cup matches). This short video shows how El Pulpito Restaurant tries to recruit tourists in order to deal with their financial troubles in 2008.

Original Film Title: ラー

Director’s Name: Fumito Fushi

Writer’s Name: Fumito Fushi

Producer: Fumito Fushi

Country of Origin: Japan

Country of Filming : Japan

Language: Japanese

Runtime: 15 minutes 10 seconds

Film Description:

Foo has gone astray and wanders off her life. Suddenly, a little girl wearing a kimono appears in front of her. The girl said she is “Sun God’s Child Ra” and clings to her. As Foo talks and plays with Ra on the way, she is healed without realizing. Monochromatic road movie.

Original Film Title: Doorgods

Director’s Name: Jianhua Yang

Writer’s Name: Lu Ye

Producer: Xiaoyan Zhou

Country of Origin: China

Country of Filming : China

Language: Chinese

Runtime: 1 hour 44 minutes

Film Description:

When a struggling young man receives an unexpected invitation to a weekend in the Hamptons, he sees it as his ticket to acceptance among the wealthy elite. However, as the night unfolds, he discovers that the lavish lifestyle comes at a steep price.