ALSO Sisters’ ‘Unbearing’ Shows at International Film Festivals

F&MAD News
Written By Merritt Mecham

The Unbearing, a film by ALSO Sisters, Sonia and Miriam Albert-Sobrino, filmmakers and faculty in the Film & Media Arts Department, continues its journey across the international festival circuit.

Recent highlights include:

  • 54th Alcine Film Festival (Madrid, Spain), one of Europe’s most historic and respected showcases for short cinema.

  • 12th Boca do Inferno Film Festival (Brazil), Latin America’s leading genre festival celebrating horror and the fantastic.

  • 18th Buried Alive Film Festival (Atlanta, USA), a cult favorite known for its bold and independent programming.

  • 20th Mayhem Film Festival (Nottingham, UK), a major platform for genre innovation and new voices in cinema.

  • Atlanta Spotlight Film Series (Georgia, USA), where the film has been nominated for Best Drama, recognizing its craft and depth.

These new selections reflect the film’s growing presence on the international scene and its connection with audiences and curators who value distinctive storytelling about the complexities of reproductive rights.

Merritt Mecham
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