Speak No Evil – dir. Bryan LaSof, Karla Guzman

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Original Film Title: Speak No Evil

Director’s Name: Bryan LaSof, Karla Guzman

Writer’s Name: Karla Guzman

Producer: Karla Guzman

Country of Origin: United States

Country of Filming : United States

Language: English

Runtime: 5 minutes 48 seconds

Film Description:

A young woman struggles to survive when she uncovers the disturbing truth behind her family’s dark past.

Predictable – dir. Aubrey Connett

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Original Film Title: Predictable

Director’s Name: Aubrey Connett

Writer’s Name: Aubrey Connett

Producer: Aubrey Connett, Carson Lane, Amasa Evesen, Dominic Presa, Ian Snider

Country of Origin: United States

Country of Filming : United States

Language: English

Runtime: 17 minutes 23 seconds

Film Description:

Ellison lives in a time loop, repeating the same day over and over, but she likes it that way! At least, until an unexpected event shatters her reality, leaving her to grapple with the unpredictability of daily life and the meaninglessness of life as a whole.

Up close – dir. Mira Alkadri

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Original Film Title: Up close

Director’s Name: Mira Alkadri

Writer’s Name: Mira Alkadri

Producer: Samer Alkadri

Country of Origin: Netherlands

Country of Filming : France

Language: No Dialog

Runtime: 4 minutes 41 seconds

Film Description:

Can you remember the last time you looked deeply into the eyes of someone dear to you? Perhaps a good friend? Or your little sister? Often, we pass by each other without truly being seen. Receiving genuine attention, being truly seen, can be challenging. By looking into someone’s eyes, we are confronted with the other person’s feelings and may recognize something in ourselves: sadness, love, loneliness, pain. At the same time, this can also bring a lot of liberation. What do I recognize in you that I see in myself? To what extent are our feelings and needs similar when we truly give each other the chance to be seen?

Alone In The Room – dir. Ziv Sheffer

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Original Film Title: Alone In The Room

Director’s Name: Ziv Sheffer

Writer’s Name: Ziv Sheffer

Producer: Ziv Sheffer, Gal Viner

Country of Origin: Israel

Country of Filming : Israel

Language: Hebrew

Runtime: 16 minutes 13 seconds

Film Description:

Adam comes to look after Tamar, his rebellious niece whom he hasn’t seen in a long time. The meeting brings up old and painful charges, but also creates an opportunity for confrontation and redemption.

Gloves – dir. Isaiah Griffith

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Original Film Title: Gloves

Director’s Name: Isaiah Griffith

Writer’s Name: John Plewa

Producer: Isaiah Griffith, Marley Hewitt, Megan Kolbe

Country of Origin: United States

Country of Filming : United States

Language: English

Runtime: 6 minutes 1 second

Film Description:

A powerful short film that delves into the often unexplored consequences of self-harm.

Forbidden Reverie 宿祭 – dir. Yisong Huang

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Original Film Title: Forbidden Reverie 宿祭

Director’s Name: Yisong Huang

Writer’s Name: Yisong Huang

Producer: Chunqi Zhao

Country of Origin: China

Country of Filming : United Kingdom

Language: Chinese

Runtime: 4 minutes

Film Description:

“Forbidden Reverie” is a groundbreaking 3D CG film that navigates the dynamic virtual realm of Generation Z. Through the characters inspired by the iconic tale of “Farewell My Concubine,” the film sheds light on the struggles, victories, and identity journeys within the LGBTQ+ community. Using innovative Peking opera virtual fashion and compelling film techniques, the project provides a powerful platform for increased visibility and acceptance. “Forbidden Reverie” not only captivates artistically but also challenges societal norms, contributing to a vital conversation on LGBTQ+ representation and acceptance in contemporary contexts.

One Wrong Step – dir. Elden Theaker

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Original Film Title: One Wrong Stepaper

Director’s Name: Elden Theaker

Writer’s Name: Elden Theaker

Producer: Elden Theaker, Charlotte Adams-Stone

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Country of Filming : United Kingdom

Language: English

Runtime: 5 minutes 9 seconds

Film Description:

When disrupted from his spiritual practice, the obsessive compulsive, tranquillity-seeking yogi resorts to rage. An empathic working military dog must enlighten the danger to him, before his bad karma comes back for revenge.

One Wrong Step follows the challenges a mine detection dog faces. The dog encounters an arrogant yogi, who is obsessed with peace and quiet, that he’s found meditating at a beach littered with landmines. Due to the dog’s duty of care as a working military dog, along with his empathetic nature, he must communicate this danger to the yogi. Obliviousness and arrogance gets the yogi into trouble. After many attempts of communication, the yogi must be abandoned by the dog, to save himself. Back for revenge, the fly taunts and then detonates the landmine beneath him. The yogi is then punished, dissolving into dust.

Dance with the Reaper

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Original Film Title: Dance with the Reaper

Director’s Name: Berta Alsinet, Paula Anglas, Núria Aranda, Martina Berney, Joan Cortit, Laia Domene, David Martín, Carlota Massó, Roger Menta, Víctor Moya, Gisela Torras

Writer’s Name: Berta Alsinet, Paula Anglas, Núria Aranda, Martina Berney, Joan Cortit, Laia Domene, David Martín, Carlota Massó, Roger Menta, Víctor Moya, Gisela Torras

Producer: Carlota Massó Cabré

Country of Origin: Spain

Country of Filming : Spain

Language: English

Runtime: 4 minutes 15 seconds

Film Description:

Sofia, the most wanted criminal in the state, cannot avoid meeting her own fate after a manhunt. In this face-to-face encounter with Death, a dance begins, driven by love at first sight. But Death has a job to do: to reap Sofia’s soul. It is at this moment that Death must make a crucial decision.

Ten (10) – dir. ILIYA HRISTOV ATANASOV

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Original Film Title: Ten (10)

Director’s Name: ILIYA HRISTOV ATANASOV

Writer’s Name: ILIYA HRISTOV ATANASOV

Producer: Ani IVANOVA Atanasova

Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates

Country of Filming : United Arab Emirates

Language: English

Runtime: 4 minutes 7 seconds

Film Description:

In the depths of the Cordilia Trench, a seasoned submarine pilot named Sam embarks on a seemingly routine mission to collect biochemical samples, guided by the voice of Linda from the base station, only to face a deadly encounter with a monstrous sea creature that threatens to devour them and their discoveries.

The Mirror (Kepler 62 Experiment – Episode #9) – dir. Michael Ross Catania

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Original Film Title: The Mirror (Kepler 62 Experiment – Episode #9)

Director’s Name: Michael Ross Catania

Writer’s Name: Michael Ross Catania

Producer: Michael Ross Catania

Country of Origin: United States

Country of Filming : United States

Language: English

Runtime: 6 minutes 41 seconds

Film Description:

Welcome to “The Mirror,” a thought-provoking exploration of how our energy is reflected back at us. As Einstein wisely noted, creativity trumps intelligence as it allows us to see beyond the surface and discover the true nature of existence. This film challenges us to be mindful of the energy we put out , as it may shape our reality and ultimately ourselves. Join us on a journey of self-discovery and reflection!

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