AIRBORNE ABYSS, 3min., Bangladesh Directed by Soumya Shah As the world suffocates, a helpless father fights desperately to keep his family breathing.
Together with ALS: a wife’s perspective, 25min., USA Directed by Kimber Leigh, Diane Dresback Dresback ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, affects thousands each year, but the true impact extends far beyond the diagnosis.
(French) Stories from my window, 4min., UK Directed by Marie Chiriac Super short poetry film about one possible end of the world and love. Contemplative perspective on what makes this world beautiful and worth saving is love, as this realm being the backdrop and anchor of a universal love story.
If I Were a Carpenter, 2min., Canada Directed by Elizabeth Lewis This hand drawn animated film is based on the classic song If I Were a Carpenter and sung by the great Bobby Darin. How can love conquer the social divide? This film is a tender slightly tongue in cheek story of how love can transform us and ultimately bridge our differences.
Wall unit, 10min., Poland Directed by Joanna Polak A ramshackle wall unit is a symbol of the monotonous life of a certain 40-year-old man living in a grey, dirty post-communist block of flats district. Right after his birthday, suffering from the midlife crisis, the man decides to change his dull and routine-based existence. Alas, his wife stands in the way
HOUSE, 6min., Afghanistan Directed by Zainab Entezar A female individual is actively seeking a residential property for rent within the Kabul region. However, despite her diligent efforts, she has not yet been able to secure a suitable dwelling for shelter.
AUDIENCE AWARDS: Best Fantasy Film: Dante’s Inferno – The Ascension Best Sci-Fi Film: Aeolus 15 Best Thriller Film: DIMENSIONS: The Interrogation Best Student Film: Super Villain Coffee Best Story: Wukong Couriers Best Direction: Obsidian
Super Villain Coffee, 15min., USA Directed by Leonard Frank Smith “Supervillain Coffee” is a satirical comedy about Maximum “Chaos” Maxwell, a once-feared supervillain now slinging espresso in a hip downtown coffee shop. Max trades doomsday devices for latte art, grumbling about his past while perfecting milk foam with the precision of a mad scientist.
DIMENSIONS: The Interrogation, 8min., USA Directed by Robert James Harden Jr. During an interrogation for the murder of his mother, a man pleads for his release in fear of his life. Two special detectives grill him in order to solve their case. In the shadows of these men’s dimension, the answers to all their mysteries live.
Aeolus 15, 11min., USA Directed by Diego Ugalde Haunted by his past, an old man waits for a cosmic phenomenon that could let him communicate with a young astronaut from the past – that astronaut is himself.
Wukong Couriers, 15min., USA Directed by Peter Gabriel Gagnon An unwitting bicycle messenger is chosen as the mystical hero to save the city from an ancient horror.
Obsidian, 18min., Canada Directed by Sohil Chhabra David Smith, a deeply troubled detective grappling with a brutal murder case and the collapse of his personal life, finds himself spiraling into darkness-only to uncover a path to unexpected self-discovery.
Dante’s Inferno – The Ascension, 29min., UK Directed by Sofian Francis Dante, a regretful ex military contractor and his companion, his horse, search for his missing wife and daughter in the remnants of civilization decimated by thousands of malevolent entities known as ‘ Reapers ‘,
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Mayday, 7min., Portugal Directed by Miguel Gaspar From a report by a Portuguese volunteer who carried out maritime rescue missions on a ship of a German NGO during the current refugee crisis in the Mediterranean, “Mayday” builds a visual narrative, giving space to a reflection on the drama of this humanitarian issue.
Salem Aftermath Sizzle, 2min., USA The dialogue in this film clip is derived from the latest research and historical analysis of Ann Putnam. By incorporating newly discovered documents, human behavioral science, and AI, we have reconstructed what Ann likely would have said if given the chance.
SPADE, 1min., A prospect champion boxer gets caught up in the street life, and now he has to fight for his survival outside of the ring.
BLACK MAGIK, 2min., Italy What happens when a group of kids find themselves sharing a passion, that of music that awakens the dark side of our consciences? What happens when you find yourself in your hands with the possibility of transforming into a demon?
Agents of Project Blue Book/Wrestling with Survival, 3min., A group of ragtag soldiers try to stop a Reptilian Alien Invasion that could alter history, featuring the music stylings of Bill Mumy of “Lost in Space” featuring Bill Mumy & Tom Sizemore.
FALLING INTO FRAME, 2min., This capstone project is a trailer to a hypothetical film: After a magical painting sends June and Robert to a mysterious forest, they must learn that the best path is the one taken together. As they race against time to return home, will their love rekindle once again?
PURA SANGRE, 1min. Frankie and Lucky, two young artists navigating love and identity in New York City, cross paths again after years of separation. Their reunion in a bookstore triggers a flood of memories, reopening wounds from their past relationship. As Frankie revisits the apartment they once shared, the film delves into their tumultuous past—Lucky’s struggle with trust, Frankie’s desire for autonomy, and the emotional weight of unspoken truths.
NONA DAY, 1min. Black female vampire series.
SNOW Proof-of-Concept, 2min. When an aspiring young American painter discovers that she’s pregnant with a child that her husband may not want, she’s forced to confront her troubled marriage, finding the strength to change her life when she falls in love with a Danish poet.
OUR KEYS, 22sec., As Chris and Lizzie are getting ready for their work days they realize that the keys to the house are missing leading to a bigger fight about their relationship.
FIRE IN MY BELLY, 40sec. Richard was in his recording studio working on a new song when he suddenly fell unconscious to the floor… he was told his heart stopped for 19 seconds…
THE WISH FOR LOVE, 1min. The story of a young man who is learning about life and is in search of his destiny.
TALK, 30sec. “TALK” starring Detroit’s Tony J Black ( Sting; Apples Never Fall) is a drama delving into the nuances of love, communication, and the mysterious impact of silence. The narrative unfolds through the complex dynamics between characters, exploring emotional connections and the unspoken aspects of relationships. As the story meanders through intimate scenes, it gradually reveals the main character’s struggles with communication and the consequences of having unresolved conflicts in his relationships. The evolving plot touches on isolation, education, and transformation, leaving the audience to contemplate the intricate dance of human connections.
RED BIRD, 2min. Maximilien Abadie learns of his father Alex’s death under mysterious circumstances. Officially, it was ruled a car accident—one seemingly caused by Alex himself. But Alex was more than just a father, he was a relentless police officer, known for his discipline and ruthless efficiency. Working in the shadows under the alias “Red Bird”, he was a secret vigilante who took on the city’s most complex cases.
Living 1 new day, 2min. Nothing lasts in this cruel world, not even our suffering.
SWIFT CURRENT SWIMMER, 30sec. Swift Current Swimmer is a sweeping, emotive piece that mirrors the epic life cycle of salmon from their birth in gentle mountain streams to their return as full-grown adults. It’s crafted for a full symphony orchestra, yet uniquely integrates beginner string players in a way that parallels the salmon’s growth.
TROPOS, 1min.,
The Final Mission, A Star Trek Fan Production, 1min. Amid the chaos of war, the crew of the USS Pioneer faces a mystery that will push their ship, their values, and their bonds to the brink.
BORN, 17sec This 2D experimental animation depicts a planet with reproductive functions, exploring the transformations associated with pregnancy and childbirth. By portraying these changes on both a psychological and physical level, the animation aims to highlight the impact of reproductive trauma and advocate for greater societal awareness and compassionate care.
SHOE DOWN, 43sec.
THE APOLOGY (ACT 1), 2min. The Apology is the first of 2 short documentaries, by Métis filmmaker Matt LeMay and Inuk filmmaker Crystal Martin of Indigenous Geographic deliver an unprecedented, emotionally charged portrait of a pivotal moment in Canada’s journey toward truth and reconciliation. As the only film crew in the world granted exclusive access to the Indigenous delegation’s visit to the Vatican, they take viewers deep inside the historic week that led to Pope Francis’s apology for the Catholic Church’s role in operating the Canadian residential school system.
What If?, 2min. Directed by Bradley Bothwell While working up the nerve to ask her crush out, an anxious high school girl is sucked into her imagination of what could go wrong.
Things I Never Said, 2min Directed by Eden Quan A young girl reminisces on her memories with her brother. Searching for him, she finds that she is unable to catch up.
The Mooning, 3min., Directed by, Mason Klesch, Vivian Osness The Mooning is an animated mocumentary that reveals the truth behind the 1969 moon landing.
The Bad Crow, 2min., Directed by Busra Sena Gazioglu In an evil crow fairytale book, a bad omened adventurer crow tries to prove the narrator that he is good.
Starlight Cantina, 2min Directed by Monica Lagrange An 80’s fast food safety training video that gets aliens ready for their first day on the job, where each deadly task prepares the worker for the mortal dangers of the workplace, with the final task being to defeat the monster in the fridge.
Soarin’ Heights, 2min., Directed by Jack Haris After the ruthless mob boss of the city, Mr. Giant, steals the deed to Lucky Jack’s magic bean farm, the farmer must use his wits to sneak into the mob boss’s skyscraper in the clouds to do whatever he can to take it back.
Snow Dog, 3min., Directed by Christina Park, Marisol Salazar Montoya Holly’s Christmas morning takes a whimsical twist as her mischievous snow dog grows bigger and wilder.
Sea of Lightning, 2min. Directed by Jin Guo On an Alien planet, a storm beast mother tries to protect her fragile eggs as she battles against a hunting vehicle preying on her Energy Spike
Rock, 3min. Directed by Shania Zhou, Julia Edwards A Rock is zapped to life by an evil witch’s wand and is terrified of her newfound sentience. A chill Frog helps her experience the joy of friendship and learn to appreciate life.
Planet Fitness, 1min Directed by Casey Schwarzschild Getting fed up with the Flat Earth debates, Earth decides to prove his roundness and end the millennia old debate – through bulking up and working out.
Mantaur, 2min. USA Directed by Sophia “Roo” Bakken In ancient Greece, a reverse-centaur struggles with comparing himself to his perfect centaur brother and seeks to prove himself an Olympian challenge.
Hotel L’infini, 3min., USA Directed by May (Hsi-Chen) Lee, Lindsay Browne Jacque, a diligent bellboy of the extravagant Hotel L’infini, is caught red-handed for possible murder by a brooding detective who chases him through the hotel.
Don’t Feed the Unicorn, 3min. Directed by Kimberly Peh, Katherine Hogan While foraging in a magical forest, a young troll feeds a persistent wild unicorn behind his dad’s back. But once he runs out of food, Junior quickly learns through a dark twist why you don’t feed the unicorn!
Contracting the Cooties, 2min. Directed by Skylar Levine, Maya Bayewitch A pair of second grade girls, Parker and Maggie, are playing at a playground when Maggie touches a boy’s hand, unaware that she just contracted the cooties, and Parker must help her find the cure before it’s too late.
Butterfly Business, 2min. Directed by Amanda Mai An overworked office worker has the quirk of turning into a butterfly under stress. We watch him struggle to keep his insect side a secret as the pressure of his office life becomes so intense he can’t take it anymore.
Audience Awards: Best Feature Film: Stratagem The Movie Best Direction: Tea Time Best Short Film: Excess Baggage
Stratagem The Movie, 111min., Directed by Rick E. Cutts Rellik and his girlfriend Nosaer witness a crime and are immediately on the run as they try and elude a killer who seems to always be one step ahead of them. Will they escape can they escape? Follow along as Rellik and Nosaer try and escape a killer and even more important who is behind all the carnage?
EXCESS BAGGAGE, 22min., UK Directed by Landon Vago-Hughes After murdering his friend Luke, Kevin is ready to skip town to get rid of the evidence. As he is about to leave, Eric, a concerned friend, shows up looking for Luke begging for Kevin’s help in finding him. Little does he know, Luke is closer than he thinks.
What If?, 2min. Directed by Bradley Bothwell While working up the nerve to ask her crush out, an anxious high school girl is sucked into her imagination of what could go wrong.
Things I Never Said, 2min Directed by Eden Quan A young girl reminisces on her memories with her brother. Searching for him, she finds that she is unable to catch up.
The Mooning, 3min., Directed by, Mason Klesch, Vivian Osness The Mooning is an animated mocumentary that reveals the truth behind the 1969 moon landing.
The Bad Crow, 2min., Directed by Busra Sena Gazioglu In an evil crow fairytale book, a bad omened adventurer crow tries to prove the narrator that he is good.
Starlight Cantina, 2min Directed by Monica Lagrange An 80’s fast food safety training video that gets aliens ready for their first day on the job, where each deadly task prepares the worker for the mortal dangers of the workplace, with the final task being to defeat the monster in the fridge.
Soarin’ Heights, 2min., Directed by Jack Haris After the ruthless mob boss of the city, Mr. Giant, steals the deed to Lucky Jack’s magic bean farm, the farmer must use his wits to sneak into the mob boss’s skyscraper in the clouds to do whatever he can to take it back.
Snow Dog, 3min., Directed by Christina Park, Marisol Salazar Montoya Holly’s Christmas morning takes a whimsical twist as her mischievous snow dog grows bigger and wilder.
Sea of Lightning, 2min. Directed by Jin Guo On an Alien planet, a storm beast mother tries to protect her fragile eggs as she battles against a hunting vehicle preying on her Energy Spike
Rock, 3min. Directed by Shania Zhou, Julia Edwards A Rock is zapped to life by an evil witch’s wand and is terrified of her newfound sentience. A chill Frog helps her experience the joy of friendship and learn to appreciate life.
Planet Fitness, 1min Directed by Casey Schwarzschild Getting fed up with the Flat Earth debates, Earth decides to prove his roundness and end the millennia old debate – through bulking up and working out.
Mantaur, 2min. USA Directed by Sophia “Roo” Bakken In ancient Greece, a reverse-centaur struggles with comparing himself to his perfect centaur brother and seeks to prove himself an Olympian challenge.
Hotel L’infini, 3min., USA Directed by May (Hsi-Chen) Lee, Lindsay Browne Jacque, a diligent bellboy of the extravagant Hotel L’infini, is caught red-handed for possible murder by a brooding detective who chases him through the hotel.
Don’t Feed the Unicorn, 3min. Directed by Kimberly Peh, Katherine Hogan While foraging in a magical forest, a young troll feeds a persistent wild unicorn behind his dad’s back. But once he runs out of food, Junior quickly learns through a dark twist why you don’t feed the unicorn!
Contracting the Cooties, 2min. Directed by Skylar Levine, Maya Bayewitch A pair of second grade girls, Parker and Maggie, are playing at a playground when Maggie touches a boy’s hand, unaware that she just contracted the cooties, and Parker must help her find the cure before it’s too late.
Butterfly Business, 2min. Directed by Amanda Mai An overworked office worker has the quirk of turning into a butterfly under stress. We watch him struggle to keep his insect side a secret as the pressure of his office life becomes so intense he can’t take it anymore.
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