Archive for Film
Stop Motion Animation by Marissa
The Nonsense Society sees new submissions all the time, but what is it exactly that makes the cut? What stands out? When it comes down to it, we are all about creativity. We crave new ideas and raw talent. This post features stop motion animation by long-time Society Member and close friend, Marissa Grossi. Marissa consistently demonstrates incredible talent and creativity in her art. We have chosen to recognize her here.
2009 Hall of Fame
2009 has been an amazing year for the Nonsense Society. Thanks to all who have supported it and watched it grow. With a redesign within touching distance, the Society is poised and ready to bring new artists, authors, musicians, and filmmakers into it’s ranks. We love your creativity. We want to help you grow. 2010 is set to be a spectacular year, but first let’s look back at the best of 2009. Enjoy.
Instant Inspiration #3
Need a quick fix of inspiration?! Instant Inspiration is a series that recognizes some of the best work floating out there on the internet. These works have inspired us and will hopefully inspire you too! Remember, all rights to works posted on The Nonsense Society are reserved by the controlling rightholder(s). Click on each image to see the source.
Instant Inspiration #2
Need a quick fix of inspiration?! Instant Inspiration is a series that recognizes some of the best artists and work floating out there on the internet. These works have inspired us and will hopefully inspire you too! Remember, all rights to works posted on The Nonsense Society are reserved by the controlling rightholder(s). Click on each image to see the source.
An Interview With Yoann Lemoine
I recently interviewed filmmaker/director/photographer Yoann Lemoine. Prior to 2004 Yoann studied animation, illustration, and screen-printing. After illustrating children’s books he went on to direct television commercials and music videos. Below you can watch the music video to Moby’s new single “Mistake” from the album Wait For Me, directed by Yoann Lemoine. He lives in Paris and New York, directing films, animating, illustrating, printing, sculpting, knitting, and making collages. Yoann describes his work as follows: “I could say my creations are related to subjects such as childhood, absence, nostalgia, sexuality, fashion, symbolism, and of course that patchwork, that collision between different worlds and techniques, which is what I’m made from, I guess.”
The Nonsense Connection: Death
A chilling collaboration of music by ChanLing Beswick, art by Jarek Kubicki, word by Cara Persico, and film by Danielle Mulcahy .
6 Month Anniversary
A short film celebrating the first 6 months of the Nonsense Society’s existence!
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3 Filmmakers to Keep Your Eyes On.
The work of the Nonsense Society’s own Steven Madeja, Danielle Mulcahy, and Vladek Zankovsky.
Make A Wish by Brian McCormick
A short film by Brian McCormick with the same premise as Josh Hummel’s What It Means.
g20: Vladek Zankovsky’s Take On The Economic Crisis.
A hilarious yet thought-provoking film by Vladek Zankovsky.
Garry and Harry by Steven Madeja
Fathers Garry and Harry Giroux are twin brothers, both Roman Catholic priests in a small town in upstate New York. But in 2004, Father Harry was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s, and his brother Father Garry has been his caregiver ever since. “Garry and Harry” explores this fascinating story and the relationship of these brothers as they deal with their faith, family, and hope in the face of tragedy. Continue Reading
Kitchen Beat by Chris Collins
The following video is an old project from the archives of Chris Collins. All the sounds were recorded in a kitchen and edited together for this video. Chris was bored one night and this is what he created! Check it out!
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7 of the Best Upcoming Independent Artists for 2009
Although the Nonsense Society is filled with spectacular independent artists, musicians, filmmakers, and authors there are several that deserve special recognition as the featured artists for the new year! The Nonsense Society is proud to announce the award-winners for January 2009!
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Unjoined by Michael Piel
Unjoined is the story of a young man going through a quarter-life crisis. Michael Piel portrays an artistic depiction of human emotion and emptiness. Matthew Parlengas stars in this short film. Music by Gordon MacPherson.
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Boys Will Be Boys by Michael Piel
A terrifying look into the mind of someone at their weakest. See what Michael Piel is able to do with only still photographs.
This is Iraq by Chris Collins
This is Iraq is a gut-wrenching film about the horrors of war. The film, created by Chris Collins, tells the story of Sgt. Jeff Pelletier (U.S. Marine Corp). All the footage was taken by Jeff Pelletier and is raw, real, and moving. Viewer discretion is advised.
The Barber of Krakow by Steven Madeja
Krakow, 1944. Lev Korzeniowski is a barber an underground resistance fighter in Nazi-occupied Poland whose morals are put to the test when Commandant Klaus Schulder arrives asking for a shave.
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Long-Distance Service by Steven Madeja
Ron Zimmerman is a telemarketer. He spends his days getting screamed at by costumers who insult and threaten him, but things change when a routine call turns into a blind date with the quirky and absent-minded Nikki Najowski.
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Drawing Dead by Steven Madeja
A down-on-his-luck gambler facing eviction pawns his trumpet and his ex-wife’s wedding ring to enter a high stakes poker game.
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