Against Interpretation
Against Interpretation is the third film by director Jiyeon Kim. On an ordinary morning in New York, a young Korean actor chasing his dreams gets into the car of a mysterious Korean Uber driver. During their brief journey, the two engage in an unexpected and heartfelt conversation that makes them reconsider the meaning of art and life.
Original Music, Sound Design, Post Sound Mixing
Round Table
Round Table is a short film directed by Ashley Ding. The screenplay was based on "Food Fight" by Sydney Tyson. The whole movie revolves around the relationship between three sisters. They gathered to celebrate the Lunar Chinese New Year's Eve and then had a big fight.
Original Music, Sound Design, Music Supervisor
Immémoriale
Immémoriale is a 3D animation by Gwenaelle Du-Thumm. It tells the story of a brave knight struck by an arrow in battle, awakening the Death Queen. As the queen approaches, the knight struggles to rise but ultimately succumbs. The queen lays her to rest in an ancient church, turning her into stone among other fallen warriors. The film won the 2025 Pratt 3D Animation Best in Show award.
Original Music, Score Mixing
Outside
Outside is a short film directed by Sabrina Torres, with a screenplay by Hilina Kidane. The film centers on the relationship between a father and daughter. It mainly explores the parent-child bond, from the initial conflict caused by overprotectiveness to the father's eventual letting go and finding balance.
Original Music, Score Mixing
Bloom
Bloom is an animation directed and produced by Thomas McArdle. On a distant planet, a robot’s expedition is derailed by the brutal ecosystem it was sent to explore. This Animation was Awarded the 2024 National Board of Review-Student Grant Award.
Original Music, Score Mixing
You Are Invited to Leave
You Are Invited to Leave is a documentary directed by Patrícia Colmenero based on her experience. She is an international student who faced the reality of losing housing, termination of their legal status, and the threat of deportation. Through this documentary, Patrícia aims to inspire and raise awareness about the challenges of immigrants, emphasizing the significance of community support and legal aid in ensuring a brighter future for all. This documentary just awarded the 2025 CUNY Film Festival Best Documentary.
Original Music, Post Sound Mixing
Wela
Wela is an animation created by Neishaly Narvaez. She dedicated this animation to her grandmother who has expressed her longing for her family. The story was inspired by her summer time with her grandmother.
Original Music, Score Mixing