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An American outfitter in China and the Tao of fighting a losing battle. Meet Travis Winn, an American who traveled to China for the first time 15 years ago to join his dad on a first descent of the Headwaters of the Salween River in Tibet. On that first trip Travis realized that most Chinese citizens had no way to get out and experience free-flowing rivers. And later he learned that at the rate these rivers were being dammed, very few people would ever have a chance to see the rivers in their pristine and natural state. Risking his mental and physical health, Travis continues to strive toward his personal goal to bring the Chinese people closer to their rivers. Presented by NRS www.nrs.com Directed by Will Stauffer-Norris http://bit.ly/1VYGOlr Produced by Travis Winn and Last Descents River Expeditions www.lastdescents.com Music: Low Rollers, Spit off the Bridge, and One Shot Charlie by Cory Gray The Departure by nisei23 Rowww.nrs.com Directed by Will Stauffer-Norris http://bit.ly/1VYGOlr Produced by Travis Winn and Last Descents River Expeditions www.lastdescents.com Music: Low Rollers, Spit off the Bridge, and One Shot Charlie by Cory Gray The Departure by nisei23 Ronny by Alex Fitch Rise by Igor Khabarov A New Season by Lee Brooks

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http://bit.ly/1VYcNl1 Rahsaan Roland Kirk was a one of a kind musician, personality, satirist and windmill-slayer who despite being blind, becoming paralyzed, and facing America’s racial injustices – did not relent. His life’s work was exploring sound and making music. Beyond that, he was an outspoken activist who started a political movement to get more exposure for Jazz in America – particularly on TV. Dreams were important to Rahsaan. They planted the seed in his mind to play three horns simultaneously. His name came from dreams. When asked about his religious beliefs, he would say: “I’m from the Religion of Dreams”. At the age of 40, Rahsaan suffered a stroke which left him half paralyzed. Despite this, he continued to tour and play music, with the use of only one hand, literally until the day he died. Festivals: SXSW 2014 Full Frame Film Festival 2014 IDFA 2014

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Paul Bloom, psychologist and Yale professor, argues that empathy is a bad thing—that it makes the world worse. While we’ve been taught that putting yourself in another’s shoes cultivates compassion, it actually blinds you to the long-term consequences of your actions. In this animated interview from The Atlantic, we hear Bloom’s case for why the world needs to ditch empathy.

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When the Supreme Court ruling on gay marriage is announced, Sidney and Jules get swept into the celebration and feel an obligation to get engaged. Watch the entire first season here: http://bit.ly/24pE8OE Written and Created by: Hannah Utt and Jen Tullock Directed by: Hannah Utt Starring: Hannah Utt and Jen Tullock

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Réalisation : Marie Larrivé (http://bit.ly/1T9XBuQ) et Lucas Malbrun (http://bit.ly/26AIggX) Design : Marie Larrivé, Lucas Malbrun Animation : Rosalie Loncin, Mathieu Chich Stagiaire animation : Elina Barbeau Producteur : Romain Bezzina Production : Eddy / Ici, d'ailleurs… https://www.eddy.tv/ CD/LP : http://bit.ly/1T9XCib… / iTunes : http://apple.co/26AIggY…

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http://bit.ly/21iaEQX In August 2014, the video execution of American conflict journalist James Foley by the militant group ISIS challenged the world to deal with a new face of terror. But 40-year-old Foley was more than just the victim of this brutal killing. Seen through the lens of filmmaker Brian Oakes, Foley’s childhood friend, JIM: The James Foley Story takes viewers from small-town New England to the adrenaline-fueled front lines of Libya and Syria, where Foley pushed the limits of danger to report on the plight of civilians impacted by war. The film culminates in Foley’s 2012 capture by ISIS and the confusion and emotional upheaval that followed, ending in his tragic death nearly two years later. Foley’s family, friends, and colleagues help tell Jim’s story, while his fellow hostages reveal the details of captivity with chilling immediacy. Gut-wrenching and powerful, with unparalleled access, JIMis a harrowing chronicle of bravery, compassion, and pain at the dawn of America’s war with ISIS.

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Proof of concept for RISE, created by David Karlak (https://twitter.com/DavidKarlak). Visit the official site: http://bit.ly/1T85LDY Facebook page: http://bit.ly/1NDNIcB Synopsis: In the near future, sentient robots are targeted for elimination after they develop emotional symmetry to humans and a revolutionary war for their survival begins. Starring Anton Yelchin and Rufus Sewell.

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A young girl has to conquer her fear for her own grandmother, who is terminally ill. An animated short by Karolien Raeymaekers Awards: - Audience award for best Belgian animated short at Int'l Shortfilm festival Leuven - Jury award for best Belgian short at Sundance Channel shorts London

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Agency: 72 and Sunny Production Company: Epoch Director: Zachary Heinzerling Director of Photography: Stuart Winecoff Colorist: Tom Poole Editor: Sam Ostrove

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A film by Vincent Haycock

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http://bit.ly/1NAQq2u An old Serbian man communicates with a galaxy of communist aliens whilst a series of futuristic Yugoslavian war monuments stand abandoned & crumbling across a non-existent state. Nostalgia for the unrealised & the unreal simmers in these parallel visions of Yugoslav utopia lost. Originally released on NOWNESS (20/04/2016). Full article: http://bit.ly/1SKPkQN A Documentary by Ruben Woodin-Dechamps & Oscar Hudson: www.rwdfilm.co.uk // http://bit.ly/1NAQrDw Featuring Ljuba Stojanovic. CREDITS Direction/Edit/Camera/Sound: Ruben & Oscar Serbian Production Coordinator: Vladimir Jaksic Translator/Fixers: Stefan & Matija Davidovic Colourist: Brendan Buckingham SPECIAL THANKS Valdimir Jaksic, Margareta Jelic, Sasa & Gordana Dordevic, Balint Revesz, Stefan & Matija Davidovic, Ljubica Stojanovic, Chris Morris. A Gallivant & Oscar Hudson Production 2016 http://bit.ly/1SKPiIFwww.rwdfilm.co.uk // http://bit.ly/1NAQrDw Featuring Ljuba Stojanovic. CREDITS Direction/Edit/Camera/Sound: Ruben & Oscar Serbian Production Coordinator: Vladimir Jaksic Translator/Fixers: Stefan & Matija Davidovic Colourist: Brendan Buckingham SPECIAL THANKS Valdimir Jaksic, Margareta Jelic, Sasa & Gordana Dordevic, Balint Revesz, Stefan & Matija Davidovic, Ljubica Stojanovic, Chris Morris. A Gallivant & Oscar Hudson Production 2016 http://bit.ly/1SKPiIF

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Written, directed and edited by Scott Cudmore Produced by Jason Aita Production Coordinator: Katy Maravala Production Coordinator: James Gilcrist Photography by Peter Hadfield 1st Camera Assistant: Rico Moran Art Director: Mark Martin Assistant Art Director: Lisa Vanderwyk Visual FX by Jacob Owens Colour by Clinton Homuth at Alter Ego Executive Producer: Richard Cureton Executive Producer: Luc Frappier Key Production Assistants: Charles Hutchings, Scott Frettwell Drivers: Chris Simon, Sam Rao, Brie Dixon Production Company: Revolver Films Label: Dine Alone Records FEATURING Michaela Kaminsky Otto Friedman Alouine Haynes James Landry Heidi Michelle Thomas Julian Javen Amanda Lundman Jacob LeFrance Ethan LeFrance William Miller Louis Molnar Naomi Malandrino Hannah Bradshaw Cameron Boogaart Ariet Apolo

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Microsculpture- The insect photography of Levon Biss. A groundbreaking photographic exhibition of Science and Art. A special exhibition from 27th May until October 2016 at Oxford University Museum of Natural History. Microsculpture is a unique visual experience. A 10mm insect is shown as a 3 meter print, revealing minute detail and allowing the viewer to take in the structure of the insect in its entirety. The beautifully lit, high magnification portraiture of Levon Biss captures the microscopic form of these animals in striking high-resolution detail.

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“Behind the Schoolbag” is a story about self-salvation. Having suffered from a miserable childhood, Shaun couldn’t help but question his own value. Human relationship has always been Shaun’s barrier, sometimes, he wishes he could stay alone, but in reality, Shaun has to re-enter the society. Staying in his own comfort zone, Shaun can do nothing but lock up his heart and distant himself from others. All the stress and pressure in modern life is driving people insane. We have to learn how to sooth our own emotions so as to survive. We can do nothing but meditate and reflect upon ourselves. We can observe the truth and the essence wisely and feel the presence of now and start living. Concept & Animation Design : Intoxic Studio Director / Script Writer / Art Director: Nic Ho Chun Yu Producer: Ivana Lai Yan In Lead Animator : Cheryl Chung + Andy Ng Animator : Ivy Sin + Nell Keung + Beth Tang + Leo Kwok + Yvonne Leung,+ Jun Ho Music Composer / Musician/ Vocal : Chan Yat Yin Music Mixing : Angry Fuxking Studio Sound Effect : iZone Sound Ltd. 2016 | Official Selection in Annecy International Animation Film Festival 2016 | Official Selection in Cartoons on the Bay Pulcinella Awards 2016 2016 | Gold Award in The 21st ifva Awards Animation Category 2016 | Grand Award & Gold Animation Award in 9th HKMFF 2016 | Official Selection in Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival 2015 | Silver Award & Audience Choice Award in 17th TBS DIGICON6 ASIA (Hong Kong Region) 2015 | Official Selection in Taichung International Animation Festival http://bit.ly/1TdCY10

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In 2015, the state of Alabama closed 31 DMVs across the state. Many of these closures occurred in the Black Belt, a predominantly African-American region, directly impacting voter enfranchisement in a state that requires photo IDs at the polls. Directed by Margaret Brown Watch more films here: fieldofvision.org

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One man’s sexual escapade at the Jane Hotel challenges notions of love, monogamy, fate, and our ability to make decisions in general. For more short films & narrative series, follow us here on Vimeo: http://bit.ly/1SqjpX9 For sketch & experimental comedy, subscribe on Youtube: http://youtube.com/ucbcomedy For the UCB Comedy Podcast Network, check out http://bit.ly/1Syn5m2 To see these comedians live on stage, visit http://bit.ly/1SqjsSy Check out more videos from Trevor Williams: http://youtube.com/spidertrevor And Pig Apple: http://pigapple.com Director - Trevor Williams Writer - Trevor Williams Cast - Nate Dern, Verónica Osorio, Kate Riley, Bridey Elliott, Siobhan Thompson Director of Photography - Paul Rondeau Editor- Trevor Williams Special Effects - Ed Mundy Producer- Matthew Hobby, Ed Mundy, Trevor Williams Also featuring: David Bluvband, Alan Corey, Jessica Klein, Kati Keyes, Geoffrey Williams Art Director - Margot Perry Sound - Heather Fink Sound Mixer: Owen Shearer Music Supervisor: Courtney Love Gaffer- Alex Nelson Grip - Eric Zeender, Russell Reneau Assistant Directors - Matthew Hobby, Alexandra Keyes, Ed Mundy Production Assistant - Rob Miller, Dorothy Nguyen, Alex Budman Makeup Artist: Emila Adamkiewicz Assistant Camera: Stefan Christopher Colorist: Brendan Colthurst Associate Producer: Mack Williams Executive Producers: Martha Anderson Chris LaFountain Ed Mundy Trevor Williams Special Thanks - Preiscila DeJesus Sony Christopher The Washington Square Hotel Silent Disco UK UCB Comedy Additional Credits Here: Music “The Four Seasons” composed by Antonio Vivaldi performed by John Harrison with the Wichita State University Chamber Players courtesy of Free Music ARchive licensed under Creative Commons “SUITE NO.3: AIR” composed by Johann Sebastian Bach performed by Steve Woodzell ‘Come Home’ written by Inne Eysermans published by Confidence SC perormed by Amataorksi 'Play Your Part Pt. 1’ written and performed by Girl Talk 'Dance’ composed and peformed by Mari Takagi Brought to you by UCB Comedy. http://twitter.com/ucbcomedy http://bit.ly/1Syn3Ld http://bit.ly/1SqjsSA http://bit.ly/1Syn5m9 http://bit.ly/1Syn5m9 Produced by Pig Apple Pig Apple.com

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“This Is She” is the story of a woman who plays a game with a mysterious spot on the walls of her new apartment. The film explores how the intimate experience of coping with loss and loneliness can help us know ourselves better. Directed by Tarik Karam, cinematography by Daniel Sharnoff, produced by Benjamin Fuqua and Grace Rex, screenplay by Grace Rex, art direction by Jiyeon Song, edited by Mengfan Wu, sound mix by Lee Salevan, and an original score by Mike Adams Lower East Side Film Festival, 2015 Art of Brooklyn Film Festival, 2015 Online premiere and review on Nobudge.com - http://bit.ly/23ZRLYl

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Joe Riis has the job that every child in the world dreams of: He is a celebrated National Geographic wildlife photographer. He spends his life embarking on adventures to the wildest places on Earth, often for months on end, to observe and photograph animals for National Geographic Magazine. He seemingly has the picture perfect life. Or does he? This film tells a more personal story of an oft idolized character to remind that even those who have achieved it all still face many of the struggles that everyone else does. It also celebrates how a man’s love for the wilderness has helped to further curiosity, respect and protection for the natural world around us.

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