Short Films from Great Directors

Directorate of the Institute of Film and Media Studies
First Published: Saturday, March 1, 2025
Last Update: Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Boğaziçi University’s Institute of Film and Media Studies proudly presents its March 2025 film screening programme, “Short Films from Great Directors,” a celebration of the art of short filmmaking through the works of some of cinema’s most visionary storytellers.

This carefully curated selection offers audiences a rare opportunity to explore the early experiments, stylistic signatures, and thematic preoccupations of master filmmakers, featuring works by Luis Buñuel, Jean Renoir, Buster Keaton, François Truffaut, Agnès Varda, Albert Lamorisse, Chris Marker, Martin Scorsese, David Lynch, Tim Burton, Pedro Almodóvar, and Wes Anderson. Spanning multiple decades and cinematic traditions, these films provide insight into how short-form storytelling has shaped the careers of legendary directors and influenced the evolution of global cinema.

The screenings encompass both fiction and non-fiction films, showcasing the richness and versatility of the short format. Among the fiction selections, François Truffaut’s Antoine and Colette (1962)—a semi-autobiographical sequel to The 400 Blows (1959)—captures the director’s youthful infatuation with a free-spirited young woman. Pedro Almodóvar’s The Human Voice (2020) reimagines Jean Cocteau’s iconic monologue with Tilda Swinton delivering a raw and emotionally charged performance. Meanwhile, Wes Anderson’s The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar (2023) adapts Roald Dahl’s whimsical tale with Anderson’s signature visual precision and meticulous storytelling.

On the non-fiction side, Agnès Varda’s Along the Coast (1958) offers a lyrical journey through the French Riviera, blending documentary with poetic imagery. Chris Marker’s La Jetée (1962), a groundbreaking work composed almost entirely of still photographs, delivers a haunting meditation on time, memory, and fate. Martin Scorsese’s Italian-American (1974) presents an intimate portrait of the director’s parents, weaving personal history with reflections on immigration and identity.

By bringing together these landmark short films, the programme seeks to illuminate the artistic, historical, and cultural significance of short-form storytelling, affirming its place as an essential and enduring part of cinematic expression.

Tue, Mar 4, 2025, 17:30
Along the Coast | Du côté de la côte (Agnès Varda, 1958)

Wed, Mar 5, 2025, 17:30
La jetée (Chris Marker, 1962)

Thu, Mar 6, 2025, 17:30
Land without Bread | Las Hurdes (Luis Buñuel, 1933)

Tue, Mar 11, 2025, 17:30
The Grandmother (David Lynch, 1970)

Wed, Mar 12, 2025, 17:30
The Human Voice | La voz humana (Pedro Almodóvar, 2020)

Thu, Mar 13, 2025, 17:30
Frankenweenie (Tim Burton, 1984)

Tue, Mar 18, 2025, 17:30
Antoine and Colette | Antoine et Colette (François Truffaut, 1962)

Wed, Mar 19, 2025, 17:30
The Red Balloon | Le ballon rouge (Albert Lamorisse, 1956)

Thu, Mar 20, 2025, 17:30
A Day in the Country | Partie de campagne (Jean Renoir, 1946)

Tue, Mar 25, 2025, 17:30
Sherlock Jr. (Buster Keaton, 1924)

Wed, Mar 26, 2025, 17:30
The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar (Wes Anderson, 2023)

Thu, Mar 27, 2025, 17:30
Italian-American (Martin Scorsese, 1974)

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Tue, Wed & Thu
17:30
Mithat Alam Hall (Open: Monday to Friday, 9:00–21:00)
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For Students (Open to External Students)
Free Admission (Registration Required for Each Event)
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Copyright & Fair Use Disclaimer: The film screenings at the IFMS Mithat Alam Hall on our university campus are conducted exclusively for educational purposes, with no commercial intent. This educational use complies with the “fair use” provisions established under national and international copyright laws and treaties. Both domestic and international laws governing copyright exceptions for education and research—including the Turkish Copyright Law (The Intellectual and Artistic Works Act 1951, No. 5846, Article 33), the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works (Article 10/2), the TRIPS Agreement (Article 13), the WIPO Copyright Treaty (WCT, Article 10), and the WIPO Performances and Phonograms Treaty (WPPT, Article 16)—explicitly permit the screening of cinematic works within educational institutions, provided there is no financial gain involved. Our screenings are strictly for educational purposes and fully adhere to these legal frameworks. Admission is free of charge and open exclusively to students. However, external attendees may also join, provided they present a valid student ID card at the South Campus entrance. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding in maintaining the educational integrity of these screenings.

Etkinlik Başlığı:

Short Films from Great Directors

Etkinlik Türü:

Aylık Film Gösterim Programı

Yer:

Mithat Alam Hall, Güney Kampüs

Tarih ve Saat:

Salı, Mart 4, 2025 - 18:00