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BLOCK 1
Friday, MARCH 3 10:00 am
The Third Defector
dir. John Gray
(PG) What seems like a simple assignment for a spy to keep tabs on an Iranian defector becomes a more complicated game of cat and mouse in the streets of Paris.
(PG) What seems like a simple assignment for a spy to keep tabs on an Iranian defector becomes a more complicated game of cat and mouse in the streets of Paris.
Necessary Evil
dir. Dustin Apodaca
Inspired by Kubrick's Space Odyssey, this animated epic adventure begins at the dawn of humanity and into the future, where 2 hapless musicians are sent into deep space to answer the call of the Monolith and find the meaning of life.
Inspired by Kubrick's Space Odyssey, this animated epic adventure begins at the dawn of humanity and into the future, where 2 hapless musicians are sent into deep space to answer the call of the Monolith and find the meaning of life.
Dancing on Water
dir. Awais Bashir
Dancing on water is the story of two women. Rahila and Saima, who had been diagnosed with a fatal disease. The story tells about their fight against it and using alternative methods to help the process of recovering.
Dancing on water is the story of two women. Rahila and Saima, who had been diagnosed with a fatal disease. The story tells about their fight against it and using alternative methods to help the process of recovering.
You Need Help
dir. James Henry
(PG)
(PG)
The House
dir. Rosie Grypma & Wayne Lai
(PG-13) On a cold day in 1957 a house was built on the closest point to Hell on Earth.
Present day, a cable man makes one last stop on a day where nothing seems to be going his way and things are about to get worse as he enters... The House.
(PG-13) On a cold day in 1957 a house was built on the closest point to Hell on Earth.
Present day, a cable man makes one last stop on a day where nothing seems to be going his way and things are about to get worse as he enters... The House.
Dropping Guards
dir. Jared Kinley
(PG-13) In Dropping Guards, the story follows a day in the life of Charlie, an aspiring boxer and Danielle, Charlie’s girlfriend and semi-professional singer. Charlie has a bad habit of dropping his right glove, it is something he has been working on in the gym with his sparring partner Connor. Charlie has a chance to move to Philadelphia and train with a top coach, leaving him and Dannielle in a predicament their almost too perfect relationship has yet to face. Do they choose their relationship or their aspirations?
(PG-13) In Dropping Guards, the story follows a day in the life of Charlie, an aspiring boxer and Danielle, Charlie’s girlfriend and semi-professional singer. Charlie has a bad habit of dropping his right glove, it is something he has been working on in the gym with his sparring partner Connor. Charlie has a chance to move to Philadelphia and train with a top coach, leaving him and Dannielle in a predicament their almost too perfect relationship has yet to face. Do they choose their relationship or their aspirations?
Cell Mates
dir. Justin Jayne
A man on house arrest turns a series of wrong-number calls into an unlikely friendship with an elderly woman.
A man on house arrest turns a series of wrong-number calls into an unlikely friendship with an elderly woman.
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BLOCK 2
Friday, MARCH 3 2:00 Pm
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Garden Spells
dir. Jordan Wilson
(G) When Claire’s grandma passes away, she leaves behind a spell book that promises magical help should Claire ever need it. Years later, Claire meets Colton in the bookstore where she works and instantly falls for him…but can’t quite seem to tell if he reciprocates the feeling. She calls upon the book and her grandma’s spirit to open his heart towards her.
(G) When Claire’s grandma passes away, she leaves behind a spell book that promises magical help should Claire ever need it. Years later, Claire meets Colton in the bookstore where she works and instantly falls for him…but can’t quite seem to tell if he reciprocates the feeling. She calls upon the book and her grandma’s spirit to open his heart towards her.
L.I.F.E., Episode 2
dir. Dathan Smith
(PG-13) L.I.F.E. is an anthology series set in the near future where citizens receive a hand delivered card stating their date of death. Each episode explores the recipients remaining months.
Grace has given her life to being the proper “lady”. Married her high school sweetheart. Had 1 boy and 1 girl and the perfect home in a sublime neighborhood. Life is perfect, until she receives a LIFE card. The death note leaves her with many questions. What has she done with her life? Was it fulfilling? Was it special? Will her fears of lack of experience lead her down a rabbit hole she can’t return from?
(PG-13) L.I.F.E. is an anthology series set in the near future where citizens receive a hand delivered card stating their date of death. Each episode explores the recipients remaining months.
Grace has given her life to being the proper “lady”. Married her high school sweetheart. Had 1 boy and 1 girl and the perfect home in a sublime neighborhood. Life is perfect, until she receives a LIFE card. The death note leaves her with many questions. What has she done with her life? Was it fulfilling? Was it special? Will her fears of lack of experience lead her down a rabbit hole she can’t return from?
Gunpoint
dir. Bill Marsilii
A happy homeowner answers his door and discovers the true price of terror.
A happy homeowner answers his door and discovers the true price of terror.
A Window by Burl
dir. Tori Dill
(PG) A mysterious entity takes control of the actions of several affluent individuals.
(PG) A mysterious entity takes control of the actions of several affluent individuals.
After the Storm
dir. Lada Egorova
(PG-13) Alice, a weary woman in her fifties, prepares dinner. Her depression
begins to consume her as she waits for her husband, son, and daughter to join her.
While in isolation, Alice attempts to kill herself. The next day, she returns home from the
hospital emotionally detached from everyone. After an attempt to have a normal family
breakfast, intensity rises. The family must make a collective effort to support Alice
before it’s too late.
(PG-13) Alice, a weary woman in her fifties, prepares dinner. Her depression
begins to consume her as she waits for her husband, son, and daughter to join her.
While in isolation, Alice attempts to kill herself. The next day, she returns home from the
hospital emotionally detached from everyone. After an attempt to have a normal family
breakfast, intensity rises. The family must make a collective effort to support Alice
before it’s too late.
Filmed in Oklahoma
dir. Kaden Wittig
(G) A look at the film industry in Oklahoma, how it's expanded in recent years, and where it's heading.
(G) A look at the film industry in Oklahoma, how it's expanded in recent years, and where it's heading.
Things Are Gonna Be Alright
dir. Rahul Chakraborty
(PG) Three separate stories of individuals experiencing and overcoming uncertainty and hardship with the help of those who love them.
(PG) Three separate stories of individuals experiencing and overcoming uncertainty and hardship with the help of those who love them.
BLOCK 3
Friday MARCH 3 3:45 Pm
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The Low Before
dir. Andy Miller
(G) Music Video - A day in the life of The Hacky Turtles, a rock band from Grand Rapids, MI. Showing a bit of what we are like as individuals, a writing session and live concert experience. Lyrics are focused on mental health and pulling oneself out of difficult times. Filmed on June 25, 2022 in Grand Rapids, MI. Live concert footage shot at The Intersection during WYCE Jammie Awards.
(G) Music Video - A day in the life of The Hacky Turtles, a rock band from Grand Rapids, MI. Showing a bit of what we are like as individuals, a writing session and live concert experience. Lyrics are focused on mental health and pulling oneself out of difficult times. Filmed on June 25, 2022 in Grand Rapids, MI. Live concert footage shot at The Intersection during WYCE Jammie Awards.
On Fire
dir. Andrew Broadhurst
A comfortable man must face his indifference and apathy when a desperate neighbor seeks help.
A comfortable man must face his indifference and apathy when a desperate neighbor seeks help.
Max & Taco
dir. Caitlin Ferrell
Max has been sober for six months. In all that time, she hasn’t played music. On the eve of her first concert back, she loses her dog Taco. Will she relapse? Will she make it to play her concert?
Max has been sober for six months. In all that time, she hasn’t played music. On the eve of her first concert back, she loses her dog Taco. Will she relapse? Will she make it to play her concert?
Teething Problems
dir. Kristian Fitsall
(PG) Tired of her housemate stealing her toiletries, Darcy takes a twisted revenge in this darkly comic parody of a 'How To' video. A dark, absurd comedy micro short shot on Super 8mm film with no editing.
(PG) Tired of her housemate stealing her toiletries, Darcy takes a twisted revenge in this darkly comic parody of a 'How To' video. A dark, absurd comedy micro short shot on Super 8mm film with no editing.
Sacrament
dir. Josh Eliot
(PG) A gay married couple must confront their religious differences when family starts pressuring them to get their baby baptized.
(PG) A gay married couple must confront their religious differences when family starts pressuring them to get their baby baptized.
Mermagic
dir. Brian Du
(PG) Lucy is granted three wishes by Marina the Magic Mermaid, but things don't quite go according to plan.
(PG) Lucy is granted three wishes by Marina the Magic Mermaid, but things don't quite go according to plan.
Happy B'Day, Maria
by Dujin Kim
Watching a video of a nine-year-old daughter's birthday celebration on VR, the mother celebrates the daughter's tenth birthday.
Watching a video of a nine-year-old daughter's birthday celebration on VR, the mother celebrates the daughter's tenth birthday.
Radley
dir. Seth Christian
During her last days, a grandmother finds a special bond between her past and her granddaughter.
During her last days, a grandmother finds a special bond between her past and her granddaughter.