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It’s not unusual for RIC film majors to produce their own short films or intern for independent and Hollywood film directors, but they’ve never written, directed and produced a full-length movie of their own … not until now.
The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has dominated the news over the last year, telling the tragic stories of war. Finding a way into the conversation or educating yourself on what’s happening can be challenging. By organizing a new course around the voices, culture and geography of Ukraine, the Film Studies Program at Rhode Island College fused historical content with current events. Students have learned about the regions and history of Ukraine through the country’s films and now the class is launching a film series that is free and open to the public.
Here's a video essay that sets the exhilarating ending of "Thelma & Louise" alongside other examples of cinematic flight.
The Santa Barbara International Film Festival poster has been revealed along with the lineup. The event is set for Feb. 8 - 18.