Worth Watching #140: Ruby
Magnificent. - Eric Maierson Ruby from Emma Allen on Vimeo. See what else we think is Worth Watching.
Magnificent. - Eric Maierson Ruby from Emma Allen on Vimeo. See what else we think is Worth Watching.
MediaStorm, in partnership with Starbucks and Starbucks Armed Forces Network, was tasked with developing a character-driven documentary that speaks to the responsibility Americans have towards returning veterans and their families. By focusing on the stories of returning veterans, MediaStorm set out to describe the staggering reintegration challenges facing veterans while celebrating their mission oriented focus, teamwork, discipline, service, and diverse work experience--thereby demonstrating their job readiness. Homecoming tells the story of Major Amy Quesenberry. As Major Quesenberry transitioned out of active duty military, she started asking herself what she wanted to do with her civilian life. With all the experiences she had built up over 14 years of service, she found the transition difficult. She isn’t alone. The veteran unemployment rate is nearly double the national average. Breaking away from the traditional viewpoint of veterans as charity cases, the film aims to portray veterans as important members of our community that have the skills and…
A terrific piece about the courageous Kate Brooks. Produced by former intern extraordinaire Leandro Badalotti. - Eric Maierson Rubble And Broken Lives from Leandro Badalotti on Vimeo. See what else we think is Worth Watching.
Brilliant in every way. - Eric Maierson My Favorite Picture of You - Short Film from Furlined on YouTube. See what else we think is Worth Watching.
The Alexia Foundation will begin accepting grant applications on November 15th, 2013. The deadline is January 13th, 2014 for professionals, and January 27th for students.
The Alexia Foundation Grants were established to help promote world peace and cultural understanding. The strength of the proposal will be judged equally to photographic skills. The Grant goes to those who clearly and concisely propose significant projects that share in the Foundation’s mission of promoting peace and understanding and who also submit photographs that reflect the ability to execute their proposed project.