A woman gets dumped by her boyfriend as everyone else in the world is deeply in love. Fareeha Khan writes and stars in “Break Up, Baby,” a sharply written and performed comedy that weaves in colorful touches of animation and surrealism. After a painful conversation at a diner ends their relationship, the woman sets out to find herself in the park only to be constantly reminded of the power of love. The film is a perfect vehicle for the distinctive delivery/attitude of Khan and the animated overlays add visual flourish. (see also: some NoBudge favorites - Eleanore Pienta, Ike Ufamodu, and Lorelei Ramirez - in inspired cameos). -KA. [Watch on the apps]. (12 minutes). Creator & Writer: Fareeha Khan. Director: Alec Cohen. Cast: Fareeha Khan, Brooks Allison, Calise Hawkins. Alex Song, Eleanore Pienta, Ike Ufamodu, Lorelei Ramirez. Animated Voice Overs: Rachel Kaly, Jessy Morner-Ritt, Guy Montgomery, Eva Victor. Director of Photography: Andy Zou. Animations: Greg Wilson. Editor: Chris Myers. Producer: Lauren Greenhall. Original Music By: Hugo Fowler.
An awkward computer programmer learns to dance to impress his next-door neighbor. “Yanvalou” highlights a dichotomy of cultures — one centered around movement and expression; the other, a digital startup environment that's no less sterile for its balls for chairs and VR headsets. Writer, Director...
A group of keyed-up Brooklynites try to convince themselves they’re in control of their lives using daily affirmations in this satirical jab at self-help videos and the dubious reliability of positive thinking. Written and directed by Kady Ruth Ashcraft. Starring Tallie Medel, Bailey Belzora, Car...
Cup of Gold meanders through sunlit autumn days while the narrator attempts to transmit the mysterious forces of nature that enchant her. Film, narration & music by Eva Knowles.
