Stories

Archdiocese of Baltimore Allows Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse to Share their Stories in April and May Hearings

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Baltimore, Maryland – Survivors of child sexual abuse within the Archdiocese of Baltimore will have the chance to share their experiences in court during upcoming hearings. U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Michelle M. Harner has approved a request by the committee representing the survivors to allow victims to speak for two hours during scheduled “status conferences” on April 8 and May 20. Although the statements made during these conferences will not be considered as evidence, they aim to foster engagement and understanding within the ongoing bankruptcy case. Notably, Archbishop William Lori, the leader of America’s oldest diocese, … Read more

Enthralling SXSW Unveils 2024 Jury and Audience Award Winners: Celebrating Remarkable Talents and Innovative Stories

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Austin, Texas – The South by Southwest (SXSW) film festival in Austin, Texas, has revealed its jury and audience award winners for 2024. The event showcased a diverse range of filmmakers and projects, highlighting the talent and innovation within the industry. Among the winners was the jury award for Best Narrative Feature, which went to the heartfelt drama “Journey to Redemption.” The film, directed by a rising star in the industry, captivated audiences with its compelling storytelling and powerful performances. In the documentary category, the jury award for Best Documentary Feature was given to “Voices … Read more

Santa Barbara International Film Festival Announces Stunning Winners, Showcasing Global Stories and Originality

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SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) closed its 39th edition with an awards ceremony held at El Encanto, a Belmond Hotel. The festival celebrated remarkable films from across the globe, recognizing their storytelling prowess and originality. Claudia Puig, SBIFF’s Programming Director, expressed gratitude towards the jurors for their fine selections and congratulated this year’s award winners. Among the winners, “Transmexico” directed by Claudia Sanchez received the Audience Choice Award sponsored by The Santa Barbara Independent. Sophia Sabella and Pablo Feldman’s “Edge of Everything” won the Panavision Spirit Award for Independent … Read more

Intimate Stories of Love and Loss Take Center Stage at Sundance Film Festival

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Denver, Colorado – The recently concluded 40th Sundance Film Festival showcased a remarkable selection of award-winning films that focused on love and the complexities of familial relationships. While Hollywood often produces big-budget films, Sundance offered a refreshing change with its collection of independent movies that explored themes of grief, addiction, unexpected death, and even genocide. These films eloquently depicted the ways in which we live, love, hurt, and ultimately survive as a collective society. One of the standout documentaries at Sundance was “Porcelain War,” directed by Slava Leontyev and Brendan Bellomo and produced by Boulder-based … Read more