Very pleased to note that a recent film I did, TIKKUN OLAM, is an official entry for the 2022 Oscars.
December 09, 2021
December 03, 2021
Oscar Buzz
I am pleased to report that a recent film I did, Tikkun Olam, has been accepted by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for Oscar consideration and is streaming now for nominators.
You may be interested as well watching Ziauddin Yousafzai, Malala Yousafzai’s father, react to “Tikkun Olam” after screening at the 2021 Birmingham Film Festival. “A remarkable film of love and compassion for our coming generations".
November 02, 2021
Playlist Alexander Barnett
Clips from films directed by and/or
starring and/or written by Alexander Barnett.
A scene from the film: THE EYES OF VAN GOGH with Roy Thinnes
and Alexander Barnett
KING
LEAR Film Episode 13 Act 4, Scene 7
THE FINAL
RESOLUTION: Film Clip
October 05, 2021
Another Best for Tikkun Olam
Tikkun
Olam wins Best Short Film at The 2021 American Presidents Film and
Literary Festival, giving this film its 7th Best
Short Award.
September 15, 2021
King Lear Film Act 1 Scene 2
Stream Episode 2 Exclusively on Amazon Prime
Failing
to secure his fortune on the road, Edmund intends to steal his brother
Edgar's inheritance and usurp his father Gloucester's authority, killing
both if necessary.
1.2
Edmund is confident, charming, and incredibly shrewd, but remains hindered by his status as the illegitimate son. He is contemptuous of his station in life, but does not act rashly out of hatred; rather he is fiendishly thoughtful in his ambition. He is willing to risk everything to deceive his father and brother and gain power for himself, and therefore takes nothing for granted. Edmund’s monologues are not complaints, nor are they boasts. He is superior, but does not seek praise or admiration for his cunning, lest he hinder his success. Instead, he meticulously works through his own thoughts, planning for every eventuality, and sarcastically expressing contempt for society in the process. He is not plotting revenge against Gloucester for unwittingly humiliating him in the opening scene. His decision to pursue his father’s title has been made prior to his return to the kingdom. His father behavior only makes him more eager to finally carry out what he has so carefully planned for.
August 25, 2021
King Lear Film Act 1 Sc. 1
After 60 years as King, Lear commits the most fatal, consequential and disastrous act of his life.
ACT ONE
The film begins where it ends: a bleak image of death and devastation, shrouded in fog as the survivors look towards an uncertain future. As the story opens, however, Lear’s castle is lively with anticipation of a future that has been prearranged. Lear's plan to divide the kingdom is not hasty or mad. The details have been carefully thought out and discussed with each of the Dukes. Kent is optimistic, excited by the prospect of Cordelia in control of the largest and most influential share. Likewise, Cornwall and Albany acknowledge their approval and look forward to receiving their own shares. Lear acts out of well-intentioned generosity, desiring neither rivalries nor war, though both eventually follow.
May 21, 2021
Alexander Barnett in Tikkun Olam Sedona and WDC Int'l Film Festivals
June 16 and 18: Click here for “Tikkun Olam” tickets at the Sedona International Film Festival.
Sedona ranked “Top 10” in the world.
June 4-8: Click here for “Tikkun Olam” tickets at the Washington DC International Film Festival.
60 films selected from around the world, representing 35 countries.
About “Tikkun Olam”
A young boy in Washington, D.C. encounters a homeless veteran, with an unexpected outcome. The film is inspired by the director, Bob Ahmed’s own experiences while living in Washington, D.C. – a city which has the highest homelessness rate in America.The Daily Times describes the film as "an urgently needed story of hope in our broken world today" with "blistering performances" and that "Ahmed's short film is not just about the innocence of childhood but about the kind-hearted child within us all". Voice of America says this is "a unique film on an important topic". Views and News describes the film as "a rare, polished gem" with "riveting" performances. Tikkun Olam was one of four films selected globally for the 2021 Global Annual Seema Summit. The film is selected for the 35th Washington, D.C. International Film Festival, the 27th Sedona International Film Festival, and the 19th Garden State Film Festival.Click here to watch the trailer (01:30). www.filmtikkun.com
May 13, 2021
The Eyes of Van Gogh on DVD
Do you prefer a DVD of a film to streaming? In addition to streaming, The Eyes of Van Gogh is available in DVD format from Amazon for a limited time only.
May 10, 2021
A Brief History of Van Gogh Films
I am very pleased to note that my film The Eyes of Van Gogh has been included in smART Magazine's article on films about Vincent van Gogh.
April 30, 2021
April 17, 2021
Winner Best Short Film - Madrid Art Film Festival
Winner Best Short Film - Madrid Art Film Festival 
Tikkun Olam is also an official entry in the The 35th Washington DC International Film Festival, June 4-13
April 15, 2021
March 11, 2021
"Tikkun Olam" selected to play at Seema's Annual Global Summit
"Tikkun Olam" has been
selected as one of four films to play at Seema's Annual Global Summit
this Saturday, March 13. The other three films are Obaid-Chinoy's "A
Girl on the River" (Academy Award winner, 2016), Smritri Mundhra's "St
Louis Superman" (Academy Award nominated, 2020), and Madhur Jaffrey's
"Mr Cardamom".
Seema Film Festival. Four short films curated by
icon of South Asian performing arts, Aroon Shivdasani. Followed by
Aroon’s interview with filmmaker from each film. March 13, 9pm ET. This
event is part of Seema Network’s Annual Global Summit for Womens Day. (www.seema.com)
March 06, 2021
The Eyes of Van Gogh in an Academic Course
I am very pleased to learn my film, The Eyes of Van Gogh, has been added to the curriculum of UC Davis.
https://cpe.ucdavis.edu/course/four-van-goghs-comparative-study-performances
February 27, 2021
February 06, 2021
The Plight of the Uyghurs Is a Wake-Up Call
The title says it all. We must do everything to stop the suffering they are enduring. In some ways this is a reminder of what the Japanese did to the Chinese in the 30s. https://www.nationalreview.com/2021/02/the-plight-of-the-uyghurs-is-a-wake-up-call/
The Wanting Mare is Released
I enjoyed working on this film very much and congratulate director Nicholas Ashe Bateman on a string of wonderful reviews. https://www.indiewire.com/2021/02/the-wanting-mare-review-matrix-1234615127/
January 25, 2021
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