Capitalista

Power. It is everywhere. It shapes our experience of the world and the way we learn to love within it. 'Capitalista' presents a brief yet potent essay on the manner in which power moves menacingly through society, and the responsibility of young men to make it right.

This segment originally featured in the feature documentary 'I'm Not Gay' (2021) - also available on Film Freeway - which explores power and masculinity in modern day Australia through the eyes of a gay man. However, it was decided to release this and another segment - 'Por Una Mascara' - separately given their cultural and entertainment value.

  • Nathan Short
    Director
  • Nathan Short
    Producer
  • Nathan Short
    Composer
  • Nathan Short
    Choreographer
  • Rachell Dade
    Choreographer
  • Thomas Egan
    Choreographer
  • Erick Pollinar
    Choreographer
  • Robin Bicknell
    Choreographer
  • Troy Pepper
    Choreographer
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Music Video, Short
  • Runtime:
    2 minutes 47 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    January 1, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    10,000 AUD
  • Country of Origin:
    Australia
  • Country of Filming:
    Australia
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.39:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • UNDEREXPOSED Adelaide
    Adelaide
    Australia
    February 27, 2022
    Australian Premiere
    Official Selection
  • New York Independent Film Festival
    New York
    United States
    June 12, 2022
    North American Premiere
    Official Selection
  • Lonely Wolf International Film Festival
    London
    United Kingdom
    Best Director (Music Video)
  • Lonely Wolf International Film Festival
    London
    United Kingdom
    Best Montage Editing (Music Video)
  • Bendigo Queer Film Festival
    Bendigo
    Australia
    July 16, 2022
    Official Selection
  • AFIN International Film Festival
    Brisbane
    Australia
    July 29, 2022
    Honourable Mention
  • Deep Focus Film Festival
    New York
    United States
    September 17, 2022
    Official Selection
  • Australia Independent Film Festival
    Brisbane
    Australia
    September 1, 2022
    Finalist / Official Selection
  • RED Movie Awards
    Reims
    France
    Honourable Mention
  • Byron Bay International Film Festival
    Byron Bay
    Australia
    October 21, 2022
    Official Selection
  • Sydney Lift-Off Film Festival
    Sydney
    Australia
    November 20, 2022
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Nathan Short

I began developing 'I'm Not Gay' at the end of 2018 after several years working as a videographer, choreographer, and musician. What started as a research project about gay men soon evolved into an adventure of self enquiry. Over the course of three years, I wrote, composed, choreographed, shot, edited, produced, and directed this proudly diverse Australian film.

I was inspired by the revelation that power moves through everything we do, from our most intimate relationships, to politics on a global scale. This dance speaks briefly to that revelation.

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Director Statement

This dance is one of my favourite moments in 'I'm Not Gay'. I look forward to the provocative conversation and wonder that this segment is sure to evoke in your audience, whether gay or straight.