FMS is thrilled to announce that seven films by our students will premiere this summer at the prestigious St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase, programmed and hosted by Cinema St. Louis.
Leading the way among the filmmakers selected are Ava Farrar (3 films selected) and Carlos Mendoza (2 films), both FMS class of 2024. As an exciting addition, student filmmakers will compete for the first annual Mayor’s Award for Best Student Film, along with consideration for early acceptance into the fall lineup of the St. Louis International Film Festival. St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase runs from July 19 - July 28th at the Hi-Pointe Theater. Show times and ticket information can be found using the film links below.
Among the 64 films selected for the summer showcase, the seven WashU works selected include documentary, horror, experimental and drama.
ANIMAL CAMP - by Annie Mitnick (director / producer) with Ava Farrar, (cinematographer / production sound) and Luc Neacy (cinematographer / production sound)
Animal Camp takes you to the only residential summer camp in the US that is home to over 300 animals across 100 species, where children are encouraged to interact with and learn about animals.
BLOWN VEIN - by Shaun Rousso (writer / director) with Sophie Weiss (producer), Emelia Pierre (cinematographer, co-producer) and Eli Litman (lead actor). Emile, a mid-20s individual, takes solace in an elusive, surreal landscape. There, he finds a manor – but its doors are mysteriously locked.
CLASSROOM 230 - by Ava Farrar (director / producer)
In an era where American educators are underpaid, overworked, and constantly at risk of gun violence, what keeps teachers teaching?
ELATION - by Carlos Mendoza (director)
Elation is more than a visual and auditory experience; it's a symphonic journey that intertwines the primal beats of a drum solo with a kaleidoscope of visuals.
GARBAGE MAN - by Ava Farrar (writer / director) with Brooke Pan (producer), Carlos Mendoza (cinematography), Jessie Goodwin (production design), Camille Trawick (Asst. Director)
Roger, a man in his mid 70s, struggles with loneliness and depression as the anniversary of his late wife's birthday rolls around.
PEPAA - by Carlos Mendoza (director/producer/cinematographer) with Max Remy (producer /cinematographer)
In dedication to St. Louis and its lustrous and bustling music scene, 'PEPAA' centers the viewer, from beginning to end of the event, what it's like to experience the experimental and globally influenced music, food, and rich history of one of St. Louis's last-standing jazz jams.
THICKER THAN BLOOD - by Ava Farrar (writer / director / producer)
What do you do when those closest to you are not who you thought?
The St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase, an annual presentation of the nonprofit Cinema St. Louis, serves as the area’s primary venue for films made by local artists. The Showcase screens works that were written, directed, edited, or produced by St. Louis natives or films with strong local ties.
Congratulations to all the student filmmakers, faculty, staff and community members involved in these outstanding projects!
