FILM FESTIVAL "FOLLOW YOUR HEART"
JURY FILM FESTIVAL NYC 2023
The composition of the jury
Oxana Nechaeva
Born on September 1, 1990.
In 2008, she graduated from the Ostankino Television School under the program "TV and Radio Presenter"
and had an internship at Channel One.
In 2016, she graduated with a specialist diploma from the Moscow Institute of Television and Radio Broadcasting with a degree in Film and Television Directing.
From 2016 to 2020, she worked in the concert-touring-production group. She organized concerts, worked with artists on the site during events, and there were more than 100 artists, organized tours of the collective.
At the beginning of 2021, she entered the Alexander Mitta Film School at the Amedia Film Studio in Moscow. She graduated from two directing programs, one of which was from the master of the course Dmitry Astrakhan, his film "Get Out" in 1991 was nominated from Russia for an Oscar.
After that, she graduated from the screenwriting course with the screenwriter Oleg Sirotkin.
In 2016, she made a documentary film "Konstantin Serebrennikov. The main victory" is the working title of the film "Serebrennikov". A biographical story from the life of a World Champion kick boxer fighter.
In 2021, she made two short films.
Winner of festivals:
Gothamite monthly film awards USA
Oakland Awards USA
Cannes Shorts France
The Knight of the Reel Awards INDIA
Gangtok International Film Festival INDIA
The Annual Mountain Shadow Short Film Competition USA
Dumbo Film Festival USA
Adamawa Film Festival NIGERIA
The Black Panther International Short Film Festival INDIA
Zilant RUSSIA
Nominee of more than 50 film festivals in such countries as the USA, France, Great Britain, Italy, Hungary, Canada, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, India, China, Australia, Indonesia, Poland, Spain, Germany, Portugal.
Participant of the Russian Cinema Week 2022.
Oxana Nechaeva is known for "American" (2021),
"Daughter" (2021)
and "The main victory. Konstantin Serebrennikov" (2016).
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm14028725/
https://www.instagram.com/oxana_nechaeva/
Alexey Karaulov
Born on May 3, 1983 in Zelenogorsk (Krasnoyarsk Territory, Russia).
After graduation, he moved to Moscow and entered the Literary Institute, then transferred to the Faculty of Journalism of Moscow State University. In his second year, he dropped out of school and started working for Men's Health magazine and other glossy publications. For some time he lived in the USA and studied at the University of Colorado in Boulder.
In 2008, he wrote a teenage fantasy novel "The List of Forbidden Children", which was read by screenwriter Roman Kantor and offered to work together on a youth comedy. The film never came out, but Karaulov got a place in the scenario room of the studio "Good Story Media".
The debut film was the horror "Diggers" (2016). Among the popular works of the screenwriter are the series "Call DiCaprio!" (2018) and "Epidemic" (2019-2020).
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Anya Koshka Neon
...• Director
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• Creator of Metaverse Worlds
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• * Founder and co-owner of the production company Koshka ne on | Video Production & WEB 3 Agency
www.koshkaneon.com - production of advertisements, clips, films, collaborates with brands such as Prada, Samsung, Vivienne Sabo, Yves-Saint Laurent, etc.
• Winner of the Effie Awards - 2022 for the Vivienne Sabo project and helped the brand gain an additional 1.9% of the market.
• Shortlisted for the Bigpicturefest - 2021 Festival with the video "The Servant of Spring" (muz. Ilya Mazo) and with the social project "Stayhome"
• Member of the jury and lecturer of the project Competition Metavers Environment challenge - 2022
Yeva Telebenieva
Co-Founder / Head of marketing and strategic development of the international Digital Marketing & PR agency.
Patya Kibedova
Education
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Russian University of Theatre arts. Acting Skills 2016-2020 Moscow.
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Variety Circus College. Acting Skills in Circus 2013 - 2016 Uzbekistan.
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Ilkhom Theater. Uzbekistan.
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Acting course on Broadway. 2022 New-York.
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Candidate for Master of Sports in Rhythmic Gymnastics.
Patya Kibedova, theater and film actress, acting teacher.
She graduated from the GITIS Theater Institute in 2020, one of the best theater universities in Russia. After graduation, she played at the Moscow Taganka Theater.
Ekaterina Asmus
Born in 1967 in Leningrad, she studied at a mathematical school,
then at an art university. Like many "children of perestroika", she changed
a lot of different professions, traveled a lot. Currently
lives in Florida, USA.
In film production since 2001. As an assistant and second
director, she participated in the creation of about 20 films. In 2010
She started writing prose in a year, published a lot in Russia and abroad,
worked as a journalist at VGTRK radio Channel 5 in parallel, and soon
began her career as a screenwriter.
For 10 years of literary creativity, Ekaterina has written about 20
film projects - feature films, TV series, pilot series. Author
10 books, many short stories, songs, poems and several theatrical
plays.
The most famous film adaptation is the x / f "Uchilka" 2015
starring Irina Kupchenko, multiple prize–winner of Russian film festivals.
Member of the Union of Writers of St. Petersburg, member of the Union of Journalists and a member of the RAO.
Awards
2017 — shortlist of the independent international competition of modern
drama "Initial event - XXI century" in the nomination "ZhZL" — play
"Roald"
2016 — shortlist of the playwrights competition "Badenweiler" (Germany) — for
the play "Roald"
2015-2016 — more than 20 prizes of domestic film festivals, including
"Golden Rook" and "Nika" — for the film "Uchilka"
2014 — the W. Shakespeare Medal — for song translations
2013 — longlist of the 36th MIFF — the script "How to get a millionaire"
2013 — longlist of the competition "Remark" — the play "Foreign roots"
2013 — The Order "V. V. Mayakovsky" — for poetic works
2012 — winner of the Golden Pen of Russia Award -2012 — for screenwriting
2011 — winner of the Golden Beetle Award — for the novel "Rock"
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https://m.imdb.com/name/nm7237371/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_1_nm_7_q_ekaterina%2520asm
Nadezhda Olina
Nadezhda Olina :
- Professional makeup and hair artist, body painter, SFX makeup and prosthetics makeup artist,
-Winner of the 2023 IBI Awards in the categories of body art and avant-garde makeup,
-The World Champion in Body Painting at the OMC 2018 Hairworld Championship,
-International Coach and Supranational Juror,
-TV and film makeup/hair artist
-Worked at fashion weeks in Paris, Milan and New York,
-Owner Gloss & Glam (USA) and Esperanza Beauty Club (Kazakhstan),
-Owner Makeup School by Nadia Olina,
-Winner of more than 20 awards at beauty championships,
-Her works have been published in ELLE Magazine, Playboy Magazine, Scorpio Jin Magazine, Edith Magazine, VIGOUR magazine, L'ATTIRANCE Magazine , HORIZONT Magazine, Surreal Magazine, Selin Magazine, Moveux Magazine, IMIRAGE Magazine, LUXIA Magazine and others.
Veronica Lemle
Veronica Lemle, fashion producer and stylist from New York, shoots covers for magazines such as Harper's Bazaar, L'Officiel, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, and Instyle.
Ella Ayberk
Ella Ayberk is an American actress best known for her portrayal of the KGB mentor Liya (opposite Keri Russell) in FX's "The Americans", and the soviet scientist, Irina Poliskaya, in Peacock's "MacGruber".Ella Ayberk is a strong advocate for mental health awareness among teenagers and an active leader of Drama Therapy.
Aleksei Manson
Aleksei Manson is a cinematographer and director based in Poland. Born in Russia and moved to Poland in 2017 to study at Lodz Film School, since then he has directed several short feature films and documentaries, and taken part in the shooting of feature films and TV series. From year 2022 he is working on several personal and commercial new projects in Europe and beyond.
ILLIA SUNTSOV
Born on September 17, 1995 in Crimea (Ukraine)
Multi-talented Video Editor and Photographer with more than 10 years’ consistent contributions in developing and producing multi-media productions. Well-versed in all aspects of media and Web content production from pre-to post-production, including camera and video operation, photo editing and storytelling.
Skilled in full-service multi-media production providing field production, post production, video editing, digital imaging, compression, directing and talent.
Proven track record of producing quality work with quick turnaround in the coverage of noteworthy events.
Velentyn Grosu
Valentyn Grosu is a distinguished Creative Director with extensive experience in music video direction and CG creative direction. With a strong portfolio of impactful and visually compelling projects, he brings a wealth of expertise to any creative evaluation process.
Professional Experience:
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Creative Director and Music Video Director: Valentyn has directed a range of high-profile projects including music videos for notable artists and performances at major events. His work often integrates innovative techniques and high production values.
Key Projects:
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Eurovision Performance for Belarus (2016): Directed IVAN’s performance, characterized by its high-tech visuals, which contributed to the artist advancing to the Eurovision semifinals.
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Music Video "Mona Liza" for VADA Band: This widely viewed video featured popular bloggers and actors from Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, and Kazakhstan.
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Short Film "DEDL": A comedic short film exploring a teenager's transformative encounter with his grandfather.
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Music Videos for Major Artists: Directed successful videos for artists such as Vera Brezhneva, T-killah, Timur Rodrigez, and Julia Parshoota, with several garnering millions of views and critical acclaim.
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Digital Advertising: Produced a viral campaign for Perekrestok’s new delivery app, which won awards for best social media retail company.
Awards:
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Best Female Video 2021: Awarded for the music video "Too Much Caffeine" by #2Mashi at the Zhara Music Awards.
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TAG Awards: Best Social Media Retail Company for the Perekrestok campaign.
Press Coverage: Valentyn’s work has been widely covered in various media outlets, showcasing his influence and the impact of his projects in the industry.
Selection of Notable Projects:
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"Floors" for Vera Brezhneva and T-killah
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"Deep" for Timur Rodrigez
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"Too Much Caffeine" for #2Mashi Band
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"Aya Aya Aya" for Basil Band
Valentyn Grosu’s diverse experience and creative vision make him a valuable asset to any jury, offering a keen eye for innovation and artistic excellence.