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Cine Vista Oasis Film Festival Review — Bajo la Sombra del Enemigo
A man lies dead in the shadows.A stolen microchip disappears into the hands of a…
winner spotlight
Winner Spotlight: Forever — An Elegy That Refuses to Fade
Jury RatingsOriginality / Creativity — 8.5Direction — 8.5Writing — 7.5Cinematography — 9Performances — 8Production Value…
Winner Spotlight: Star-Crossed — A Poetic Exploration of Love and Loneliness
Critic’s Analysis by Alex Romero Judges’ Evaluation (Out of 10)Concept / Originality: 8.5Structure: 7Plot: 7.5Pacing:…
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Script writer: Golsa Sarabi
Golsa Sarabi is a storyteller shaped by movement—between cultures, disciplines, and perspectives. Originally from Tehran and now based in…
Scriptwriter: Darryl Gardner
Darryl Gardner’s journey doesn’t read like a typical filmmaker’s rise—it feels like a story shaped by detours, duty, and…
Directors’ Note
Director’s Note:Jorge Raúl Arellano Rico
Jorge Raúl Arellano Rico is an emerging filmmaker whose journey into cinema is defined by passion, discipline, and perseverance. Born in Los Mochis,…
Director’s Note: Dan Hertzog
A graduate of the USC School of Cinematic Arts, Dan’s journey began in the trenches—production assistant work in Los Angeles, followed by a…
Director’s Note-Karim Kari
Karim Kari is not a filmmaker who came to cinema through film school or industry conventions—he emerged from the living, breathing heart of…