Movies by Silas Howard

Silas Howard: A Visionary Voice in Indie Cinema Silas Howard is a boundary-pushing filmmaker whose work deftly explores themes of identity, sexuality, and marginalized communities. With a unique visual style and an unflinching authenticity, Howard's films offer a refreshing counterpoint to mainstream Hollywood narratives. Howard's directorial debut, the groundbreaking "By Hook or by Crook" (2001), co-directed with Harry Dodge, is widely regarded as a seminal work in trans masculine cinema. Showcasing Howard's talent for crafting intimate, character-driven stories, the film's raw emotional power and its celebration of queer identity set the tone for much of his subsequent work. This early success earned Howard an MFA in directing from UCLA and a prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship in 2015, further solidifying his reputation as a rising talent in the independent film scene. Throughout his eclectic filmography, Howard's projects consistently challenge societal norms and push the boundaries of traditional storytelling. From the poignant family drama of "A Kid Like Jake" (2018) to the vibrant queer subculture explored in "More Than T" (2017), his films delve into the complexities of the human experience with empathy and nuance. With his recent acclaimed works, such as the darkly comedic "Darby and the Dead" (2022) and the meta-narrative "Madelynn Von Ritz Is Almost Famous" (2022), Howard continues to captivate audiences and cement his status as a vital voice in contemporary American cinema.