Short Ends strives only for personal Film Analysis where you feel a genuine interest in a certain theme, and/or film.
Upcoming edition: June 1st
March theme: Music
Collective Definition: In the wake of film composer Angelo Badalament’s passing, his long-time friend and collaborator, David Lynch uttered, ‘Today, no music’. Music, and sound itself, have always served as the emotional rudder of visual media. Its presence moves us. We sing aloud lyrics in the shower or learn to play them on the piano. We associate them with people, places, feelings, moments of time that all move to their powerful rhythm. Yet when absent, it unsettles us. Scenes are stilted and anxiety-producing in the void of sound. How is music mediated by visuals? What kinds of relationships do we have with music? How does music speak (or sing) to you?
How to Apply to be a guest contributor:
No previous writing experience is needed but a passion for writing personal film analysis is strongly encouraged.
Send an email to shortendscollective@gmail.com expressing your interest in writing for the upcoming edition. Provide your case study such as the name of your selected film, with the director’s name, the country of origin, and the release year. Note that by film, we also mean television shows, video games, or any other intermedia art forms that relate to cinema.
You must also provide a pitch that describes the direction of your film in relation to our theme in 300 words max. You may introduce your thesis statement and the structure of your essay.
You may send any supporting documents such as a resume, however, it is not mandatory.
Keep your eye out for any changes in the status of your submission. We will communicate with you through email after you have submitted your application.
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