GV29 A MEDITATION: WOMEN THE POWER PARADIGM takes us on a journey of six dynamic women… Inspiring and thrilling to watch.” - Zacarah Baldwin, Writer / Filmmaker “The exciting interviews with these amazing women encourage us all to take charge of our bodies and minds and make things happen!” - Pauli Dutton, Former Principal Librarian / Acting District Director of The Altadena Public Library continue |
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GRAFFITI VERITE' Read The Writing on the Wall An amazing Multi Award-Winning Documentary that explores the eclectic world of Hip Hop and the urban Graffiti Artist. GRAFFITI VERITE' is a 45 minute groundbreaking Documentary that includes interviews and behind the scenes views of 24 of Los Angeles' most prolific and talented Graffiti Artists. continue... |
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GV2 Freedom of ExpreSSion? Independent documentary filmmaker Bob Bryan has proven once again with his new documentary GV2 that there's much more to the Graffiti Art Movement than at first glance. Flying high above Los Angeles in a "ghetto bird," GV2 starts out by looking down on our streets, seeking out those artists who ply their incendiary craft on the walls of our cities while we sleep. continue... |
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GV3 A Voyage into the Iconography of Graffiti Art is a poetic voyage, a meditation into the iconography of Graffiti Art featuring an eclectic soundtrack as it's emotional and intellectual core. GV3 won Freaky Film Festival’s "Best Documentary," Communicators Awards’ "Award of Distinction," Texas A&M Film Festival’s “Audience Choice Winner for Documentary," Videographer’s "Award of Distinction," & many more honors. continue... |
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GV4 Basic Techniques for Creating Graffiti Art on Walls & Canvas The ultimate Primer / Tutorial & step-by-step program on Spray Can Art featuring Artist, SANO (Cleveland, Ohio), 2x Winner of The International Graffiti Art Competition. GV4 pulls you into the Underground Art form by showing the concepts, aesthetics, techniques, style & flavor needed to complete a perfect semi " Wild Style " masterpiece, as well as, techniques for creating Aerosol Art on Canvas. continue... |
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GV5 THE SACRED ELEMENTS OF HIP-HOP Explores the positive influences of h ip-hop on American teens. Filmmaker Bob Bryan chronicles a Hip-Hop Summer Workshop - which focuses on DJ'ing, Writing, Dancing, MC'ing and Graffiti Art - at Metro High School, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Designed to create a bridge between educators and students, the Hip-Hop course provides teens with the supportive environment they need to freely express themselves and develop self-esteem through the Arts. continue... |
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GV6 THE ODYSSEY: Poets, Passion & Poetry “If you can buy only one poetry program this year, buy this odyssey of 31 poets who read, rant, and philosophize about what they do. This treasure trove of contemporary poets spans all ages and ethnicities, just having them together here is exciting. Each poet is articulate and passionate. Viewers who already love poetry will be grateful to have so much solid poetry at hand and hear it read so well by its creators. Those new to poetry or unfamiliar with the art will get a gentle and stimulating education."- Library Journal continue... |
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GV7 RANDOM URBAN STATIC: The Iridescent Equations of SPOKEN WORD returns to the enigmatic world of Poetry. This time around he retrieves the perspectives of fifteen (15) uniquely talented poets involved in the world of SPOKEN-WORD. From Grand-Slam Champions to Open-Mic Veterans, GV7 crosses all philosophical, racial, sexual and social lines, becoming the quintessential SPOKEN-WORD documentary! continue... |
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GV8 THE FIFTH ELEMENT: The Art of the Beat Boxer. The heart of old-school hip-hop were the human Beat –Boxers who spewed out the percussive beats that drove the MCs' rhymes home; from the depths of their throats, to the tips of their tongues. This documentary celebrates them! Los Angeles Beat –Box artists Click 88, Pretty Chi and Joshua Silverstein talk tools, techniques and what it really takes to turn beats into art. Performance footage shows an art form evolving. continue... |
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GV9 SOULFUL WAYS: The DJ “I don't know about you, but where I sit the machinations of what a DJ actually does behind the "wheels" are downright fascinating. Consider the superior manual dexterity that is required to manipulate faders, switchers, equalizers, turntables (usually 2) all seemingly near simultaneous in their execution, in order to create a beat! Imagine? Watching those fingers move, tweak, manipulate, skratch, push, slide and reverse actions is a sight-to-behold. The counter-intelligence at play here is awe-inspiring and unique!" continue... |
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GV10 HIP-HOP DANCE: Moving in the Moment an engaging documentary (from multi award-winning filmmaker Bob Bryan) that personalizes the Hip-Hop dance experience for those artists who "live it" to those of us who "receive it". This specific and complex text, this living, dynamic kinesthetic language is borne out of their life experiences, the love of the game and the music that moves them. continue... |
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GV11 DON'T BELIEVE DA NOIZE! Voices From Da Hip-Hop Undaground is an in-depth exploration of the process, thoughts, raison 'etre, creative expressions and paths taken by some of the most prolific, innovative and outrageous Urban Artists and thinkers of our time. Not limited by the constraints of "commercialized" standards, these "creators" have travelled diverse paths to development & articulation of their dynamic & impactful art form. continue... |
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GV12 WAYANG KULIT: Shadow Puppet Theater of Bali Located just 8 degrees south of the equator & 2 miles east of Java is an Indonesian Island so celebrated in legend that the mere mention of its name conjures up images of mystery and excitement. That magical place is Bali, Indonesia. Travelling 1/2 way around the world to a completely different culture, multi award-winning filmmaker Bob Bryan discovered the fantastic Wayang Kulit Shadow Puppet Theater. continue... |
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GV13 ROLLER GURL: A Complicated "Game-Time" Love Affair is very well done, good pacing, and an accurate depiction of one of the lesser known sports.” - Mike Scott, KSPR Sports Director Beautiful!!! One can feel the thrill & the passion come through! ...The sheer passion of the lil' babes (LBRD Jr. League), as well as, the transformation of young women from sedate job personnel, to the night-time rabid go-getters has to be seen, to be believed. " - Y, Anjali (Mumbai, India) continue... |
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Mural & Canvas Art | Gallery Presentation | Urban Hieroglyphics | Interviews |
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Mural Art | Art Crews | Art Branding | History - Commercial Graffiti Art | Urban Hieroglyphics |
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Museum Street Art Tours | The First International Graffiti Art Competition Winners |
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How To Demo/Lessons on Creating Graffiti Art on Walls & Canvas |
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Hip-hop Summer Workshop in Iowa |
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Literary Page Poets & Poetry |
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Spoken-Word Poets & Poetry |
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The Magic & Mechanics of the Beat-boxer |
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The DJ | Turntablism | Basic Techniques |
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The many variations & styles of Contemporary Hip-hop Dance |
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The MC | Animation | Urban Filmmakers |
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Wayang Kulit | Balinese Shadow Puppet Theater |
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Interviews, Action Footage & Behind-the-Scenes of Women's’ Contemporary Roller Derby |
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On location in Bali, Indonesia with Filmmaker Bob Bryan exploring and documenting the Captivating, Amazing and Magical "Indonesian, Paradise." GV14 Myth, Magic & Rituals: Produced, Directed, Written, Shot & Narrated Filmmaker by Bob Bryan. For the Balinese people, THE BARONG DANCE is one of the most celebrated Dance Rituals found in Bali, Indonesia. It is a dramatic Art Offering paying homage to God through the beauty of music and movement... continue |
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Barong Dance, Cremation Ceremony, & Kecak Dance |
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In GV21 THE WANDA COLEMAN PROJECT: Genius. (period) multi award-winning filmmaker Bob Bryan features “One of the Major Writers of her Generation.” Mr. Bryan interviews brilliant Poet / Writer / Journalist Wanda Coleman, author of over 20 books (The Riot Inside Me, Mercurochrome, Heavy Daughter Blues, Mad Dog Black Lady, etal.) Genius. (period) is a “must-see” interview if you’ve ever loved the writings of Wanda Coleman or if you’re interested in finding out what her beautiful life, poetic conceptual process and philosophy of creative writing was all about. continue |
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Poetry, Language Arts, Women’s Studies, Black Studies, African-American, Race / Class / Gender Studies, Literature |
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GV15 GAMING OUR REALITY: Writing and Game Design from an Alternate Perspective is described as a far ranging one-on-one “conversation” with Transmedia giant Flint Dille. Flint’s background in TV & Game Design is diverse and extensive. Early on in his career he was best known as a Writer/Producer on the Transformers, G.I.Joe, In Humanoids, Mr. Animated TV Series and eventually as writer/game designer on Vin Diesels Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena, Escape from Butcher Bay, Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer, Wheelman, Diablo lll, etc. continue |
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Writing & Game Design, Video Gaming, Learning Differences, Dyslexia, Computer Games, Dual Dominance & Multiple Intelligence |
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Mural & Canvas Art | Gallery Presentation | Urban Hieroglyphics | Interviews |
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GV27 GRAFFITI VERITE' REDUX celebrates and commemorates the 20th Anniversary of the worldwide indie release of GRAFFITI VERITE': READ THE WRITING ON THE WALL. With Original never-seen-before interviews, footage and Artwork GV27 reconnects with the creative energy and zeitgeist of that fertile period in Los Angeles' Urban Art History, when Graffiti was everywhere! continue |
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Poetry, Language Arts, Contemporary Literature, Chicano & Chicana Studies, Ethnic Studies, Race / Class / Gender Studies, Young Adult |
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GV28 WHO AM I? Wisdom From The Bones explores the complex psyche' of a flawed but incredibly talented and prolific artist in an intimate no holds barred one-on-one interview format conducted by the filmmaker. Also integrated into this special presentation is Rodriguez's dramatic readings of his unforgettable poetic works, performed in emotionally evocative settings. Luis J. Rodriguez has written more than 21 memoirs, novels, poetry books and anthologies to date. continue
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Women Empowerment | Race, Class, & Gender Studies, | Interviews |
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Mural Art | Urban Hieroglyphics | Summer Hip-Hop Workshop | How To Create Murals & Canvas Art | Animation | Urban Filmmaking Literary Written Poetry | Spoken-Word Poetry | Beat-Boxing | Turntablism | Hip-Hop Dance | Music | The MC | Women Empowerment Contemporary Women's Roller Derby | Wayang Kulit-Balinese Puppet Theater | Writing & Game Design | Literary Poets |
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GV31 LONELY BROTHA represents many tragic intimate issues to people of all races, sexual affiliations, backgrounds, nationality and pathologies. Do we dare care to understand the moment-to-moment struggles of the chronically mentally depressed and confused? LONELY BROTHA is a snapshot of a man swallowed up within a cycle of an inexplicable and inescapable dystopian emotional / psychological psychic nightmare. continue |
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Poetry, Language Arts |
GV32 YOU – A new poetic experience from multi award-winning Filmmaker & Poet Bob Bryan. “Another riveting and mysterious contribution… The beauty of this poem is that the viewer can consider, ponder and experience it and form their own conclusions; the ultimate experience in artistic and receptive freedom. When we are all tormented by conflicting voices that leverage for expression in our bodies, and minds, this poem experience gives voice to their disorder, their mystery and their power. It’s so good!” - Theresa Kennedy Dupay, Writer continue |
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Poetry, Language Arts |
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RAPE, a fictional narrative short (21 minutes) written, directed, shot, edited and executive-produced by multi award-winning Indie Filmmaker Bob Bryan. (Winner of the 7th CINEVU INT’L FILM & VIDEO FESTIVAL COMPETITION: Best Short Award Dealing with Mental Illness.) Bryan’s narrative film short was a complete departure from his award-winning documentaries, as the Filmmaker explores the reality of mental illness meshed with the emotional fallout arising out of a dual -victimization scenario, played out within an intensely brutal abduction. It’s a compelling work of fiction… “FOR MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY.” RAPE is not available for Commercial Sale or Distribution. Released solely for Film Festival & Online Film Review considerations. |
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