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SENTIENT, 33min., Australia
Directed by Kayley Atkinson
Ella and her friends take a weekend getaway to rural Australia to disconnect from their devices and reconnect with one another. However, an evil presence has other plans for them.

https://instagram.com/sentient.thefilm/

https://www.wildsound.ca/videos/audience-feedback-sentient

Menopause Menopaws, 14min., USA
Directed by Akiko Matsumoto
This short comedic film about menopause uses humor as a powerful tool to break down walls and spark honest conversations. While menopause can be overwhelming—hot flashes, mood swings, sleep issues—it also has moments of unexpected hilarity. By leaning into the comedy, the film shines a light on the realities of this transition, helping women feel seen, less alone, and hopefully sharing a few well-earned laughs along the way.

https://www.instagram.com/akiko_nyc_la_jp

https://www.wildsound.ca/videos/audience-feedback-menopause-menopaws

iHostage, 14min., Australia
Directed by Rosemary Reid
Abducted from her idyllic paradise and drugged, Ranger Jane Winter must escape her bonds or risk being caught in a predator’s unforgiving web forever.

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33048716/

https://www.wildsound.ca/videos/audience-feedback-ihostage