Filmmakers Round Table the Sunscreen Edition with Domenico Pontoriero and Susana Darwin
Season 1, Episode 6, Mar 30, 01:12 PM
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In this episode of Filmmakers Round Table with Domenico Pontoriero and Susana Darwin, they dive into Domenico's film Becoming, a deeply personal project blending music, dance and the film being accepted into the Sunscreen Film Festival and other festivals as well. Domenico shares how he was inspired to create this film after receiving a grant from the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance, with the goal of merging St. Pete's visual and performing arts. The film, a five-minute dance and art piece, was shot at an old bus depot transformed into an art space, with the intention of making a statement about the political climate, particularly regarding the queer community in Florida.
The project features original music composed and performed by Domenico, alongside choreography by Caleb Baker, who also performs in the film. Domenico discusses the process of working with Caleb, fine-tuning the choreography to match the emotional tone of the music. He also highlights the significance of film festivals, like Sunscreen Film Festival, where Becoming will screen in April, and shares his approach to festival submissions, aiming for smaller, niche events to maximize exposure.
The episode also touches on the international recognition the film has received, including acceptance into festivals in New York, San Diego, Paris, and even Italy, and the excitement of having an international premiere. Domenico also reflects on the importance of local collaboration, noting that every aspect of the film, from costumes to cinematography, was crafted by local artists. The conversation concludes with Domenico's thoughts on how he’s blending personal passion with professional artistry to create meaningful connections with his audience.
#becoming #sunscreenfilmfestival #domenicopontoriero #boyintherain #stpetersburgFLfilmmakers #stpetefilmfestival #susanadarwin #filmmakersroundtable #karencarmichael
The project features original music composed and performed by Domenico, alongside choreography by Caleb Baker, who also performs in the film. Domenico discusses the process of working with Caleb, fine-tuning the choreography to match the emotional tone of the music. He also highlights the significance of film festivals, like Sunscreen Film Festival, where Becoming will screen in April, and shares his approach to festival submissions, aiming for smaller, niche events to maximize exposure.
The episode also touches on the international recognition the film has received, including acceptance into festivals in New York, San Diego, Paris, and even Italy, and the excitement of having an international premiere. Domenico also reflects on the importance of local collaboration, noting that every aspect of the film, from costumes to cinematography, was crafted by local artists. The conversation concludes with Domenico's thoughts on how he’s blending personal passion with professional artistry to create meaningful connections with his audience.
#becoming #sunscreenfilmfestival #domenicopontoriero #boyintherain #stpetersburgFLfilmmakers #stpetefilmfestival #susanadarwin #filmmakersroundtable #karencarmichael