Movies by Salise Hughes

Salise Hughes is a bold and visually distinctive filmmaker whose work blends elements of documentary, experimental, and narrative cinema. Her films are characterized by a deeply personal and often unconventional approach, delving into themes of memory, identity, and the human condition. Hughes first gained critical acclaim with her 2014 documentary "Yugoslavian Home Movies," a collage-like exploration of displacement and family history using found footage. This set the tone for much of her subsequent work, which often challenges traditional cinematic structure and form. Films like "How to Draw Clouds" (2006) and "Everyone I Have Ever Known" (2019) employ surreal, impressionistic techniques to craft meditative studies of the inner life. More recently, Hughes has ventured into scripted territory without sacrificing her distinctive visual style. "The Flapper" (2021) is a stylish period piece that blends social commentary with dreamlike flourishes, while the acclaimed "Big Daddy Learns He Is Mortal" (2023) uses a father-son relationship as a springboard for reflections on mortality and legacy. Upcoming projects like the autobiographical "Citizen Mickey" (2025) and the experimental "Two Dreams" (2025) further demonstrate Hughes' versatility and commitment to pushing the boundaries of cinematic expression.