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![]() Executive produced by the legendary James Ivory and starring Kalki Koechlin and Eléa Clair, John M. Keller’s sparkling comedy sends an American novelist back to her grandmother’s French village in search of inspiration. What she finds instead is chaos, charm, and an unexpected muse whose irreverent worldview rewrites far more than just her next book. ![]() Vivica A. Fox (Kill Bill, Independence Day), Claire Cavalheiro (Man Seeking Woman), and Daniel DeSanto (Mean Girls) star in this explosive and gritty crime thriller. After a heist goes horribly wrong, Clare takes a cosmetic surgery clinic hostage to save her brother, igniting a pulse-pounding chain of twists, desperate choices, and relentless suspense. A high-stakes story of loyalty, survival, and how far family will go when everything is on the line. ![]() Steve Zahn, Ethan Hawke, Rosemarie DeWitt, and Audrey Zahn shine in this sharp, heartfelt comedy about a stressed-out dad who becomes an unlikely chaperone on his teenage daughter’s competitive dance journey. Amid dance moms, cheap motels, and big emotions, father and daughter rediscover each other—one imperfect step at a time. ![]() A small Vermont town, a daring musical, and a cast of extraordinary residents who defy expectations. Funny, heartwarming, and unforgettable, UNSCRIPTED LIVES celebrates community, courage, and the joy of seeing the world through new eyes. ![]() A monumental achievement of silent cinema, Ben-Hur remains one of the most thrilling spectacles ever put on screen, featuring the legendary chariot race and newly restored color sequences. Vast, visceral, and unforgettable, this 1925 epic shines brightest when experienced live with Dennis James on the Mighty Wurlitzer. ![]() Steve Zahn has spent his career making us laugh, then quietly surprising us with
how deeply we care about the characters he brings to life. Mr. Zahn receives the
Maverick Spirit Award after the screening of She Dances ![]() Vivica A. Fox will receive the Maverick Spirit Award at the March 14th World Premiere of her new film, Plan C, followed by an extended conversation celebrating her work and her unshakable creative fire. ![]() Executive produced by the legendary James Ivory and starring Kalki Koechlin and Eléa Clair, John M. Keller’s sparkling comedy sends an American novelist back to her grandmother’s French village in search of inspiration. What she finds instead is chaos, charm, and an unexpected muse whose irreverent worldview rewrites far more than just her next book. ![]() The masterful Steven Soderbergh delivers a razor-sharp comedy as Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel face off in a delicious duel of ego, art, and ambition. When a sidelined artist is pulled into a scheme involving a legendary painter and unfinished masterpieces, the line between integrity and invention becomes dangerously entertaining. ![]() In his fearless directorial debut, John Early leads a powerhouse comedic cast that includes Kate Berlant, Vanessa Bayer, Eric Rahill, and Kristen Johnston for a biting, hilarious, and unsettling look at wellness culture, online performance, and the secrets we hide to stay lovable on camera…and to ourselves. ![]() Vivica A. Fox (Kill Bill, Independence Day), Claire Cavalheiro (Man Seeking Woman), and Daniel DeSanto (Mean Girls) star in this explosive and gritty crime thriller. After a heist goes horribly wrong, Clare takes a cosmetic surgery clinic hostage to save her brother, igniting a pulse-pounding chain of twists, desperate choices, and relentless suspense. A high-stakes story of loyalty, survival, and how far family will go when everything is on the line. ![]() Steve Zahn, Ethan Hawke, Rosemarie DeWitt, and Audrey Zahn shine in this sharp, heartfelt comedy about a stressed-out dad who becomes an unlikely chaperone on his teenage daughter’s competitive dance journey. Amid dance moms, cheap motels, and big emotions, father and daughter rediscover each other—one imperfect step at a time. ![]() Starring Betsy Brandt (Breaking Bad), Aya Cash (The Boys), Ella Rubin (The Idea of You), Thomas Sadoski (The Newsroom), and Mimi Rogers (Bosch), this hilarious story follows 17-year-old Morgan, who jumps at a rare chance to spend time with her much older siblings—hoping they’ll reveal what it means to be an adult. Instead, she discovers they’re all just faking it. ![]() A taut thriller in which a young Delhi detective finds her investigation into a revered spiritual leader exposes a web of silence, loyalty, and fear. As truth collides with power, her pursuit becomes not just a case but a test of courage in a town determined to bury its own secrets. ![]() With the soulful appeal of the Jonathan Edwards song that shares its name, Carolina Caroline is a sweet, slick road movie about a woman yearning to find herself. Finding love instead, she starts robbing banks. Starring Samara Weaving (Ready or Not), Kyle Gallner (Strange Darling), Kyra Sedgwick (The Closer), and Jon Gries (Napoleon Dynamite). ![]() Sparks fly between a grounded Portland baker and a charming LA comedian — but once real life intervenes, chemistry alone may not be enough. Funny, tender, and disarmingly honest, this romance explores timing, vulnerability, and what it really means to choose each other. ![]() When a botched bank robbery rips open a small town’s darkest secret, the sheriff (Bob Odenkirk) suddenly finds the whole town — deputies included — trying to kill him. With Lena Headey and Henry Winkler fueling the chaos, Normal explodes into a sharp, darkly funny shoot-out where survival is the only law left standing. ![]() Poetic License follows Liz (Leslie Mann) a former therapist and soon-to-be empty nester, who relocates to a new town for her husband’s job – a place where she doesn’t know a soul. ![]() A routine evening at Zhongshan High spirals into horror when a swim team’s secrets surface. A chilling, suspenseful thriller of fear, mystery, and the darkness lurking beneath the surface. ![]() Her past is missing. Her present is unraveling. As Mia struggles to reconstruct a life she barely remembers, this taut thriller drags the audience into a relentless, mind-bending journey through guilt, rage, and the fragility of memory. ![]() Steve Zahn, Ethan Hawke, Rosemarie DeWitt, and Audrey Zahn shine in this sharp, heartfelt comedy about a stressed-out dad who becomes an unlikely chaperone on his teenage daughter’s competitive dance journey. Amid dance moms, cheap motels, and big emotions, father and daughter rediscover each other—one imperfect step at a time. ![]() Starring Betsy Brandt (Breaking Bad), Aya Cash (The Boys), Ella Rubin (The Idea of You), Thomas Sadoski (The Newsroom), and Mimi Rogers (Bosch), this hilarious story follows 17-year-old Morgan, who jumps at a rare chance to spend time with her much older siblings—hoping they’ll reveal what it means to be an adult. Instead, she discovers they’re all just faking it. ![]() An absolutely sidesplitting comedy, set in 1994 New Orleans (before the internet), where two married marijuana dealers face a crisis when their curious five-year-old son accidentally overhears their code name for contraband and tries to solve the mystery of his parents' imaginary friend: Brenda. Executive produced by Richard Linklater. ![]() In Catane, everyone is officially disabled, at least on paper. When a government inquiry threatens the village’s survival, the locals answer with audacity, absurdity, and collective genius, turning bureaucracy into a riotously funny act of resistance. ![]() San Francisco comedians Helen and her 10-year-old son Evan live comfortably performing and writing. But Helen wants Evan to appreciate his humble roots in historic Beijing and understand the legacy behind his “good life.” Their journey challenges them both, individually and as a family. ![]() In a near-future Los Angeles where death has become strangely routine, the film drifts from one character to the next, each encounter revealing another absurd slice of city life. As loved ones, coworkers, and even billionaires drop dead, Los Angeles keeps moving—messy, human, and unexpectedly funny. ![]() Gareth Reynolds (Arrested Development), Jake Johnson (New Girl), Cat Reitman (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia), Anna Lore (Doom Patrol), and Maggie Maye (Conan) star in this hilarious mockumentary. When stand-up comic Mortimer is replaced on his podcast by a 9-year-old viral star, he sets off on a desperate DIY tour—and confronts a question deeper than the punchlines: what’s so funny? ![]() A rural amateur production of the Passion of Christ spirals into a blasphemous rave. Stationed in Winteringen, Oskar races to save the parish from closure by staging an unforgettable Passion play to impress a theatre-loving archbishop. An absurd, triptych tale of loneliness, responsibility, and faith. ![]() Sparks fly between a grounded Portland baker and a charming LA comedian — but once real life intervenes, chemistry alone may not be enough. Funny, tender, and disarmingly honest, this romance explores timing, vulnerability, and what it really means to choose each other. ![]() A struggling filmmaker dives into the chaotic world of The Asylum, making a B-grade smash while navigating compromise and chaos. Equal parts hilarious behind-the-scenes exposé and love letter to trash cinema. ![]() Seven dreamers. One tiny L.A. apartment. Zero personal space. This hilarious Filipino-American family comedy turns chaos into charisma as everyone chases stardom and proves that even when love sounds like nonstop bickering…it’s still love, and sometimes it sounds a lot like yelling. ![]() Nuria has 24 hours to scrape together her rent, all while trying to survive a single day without smoking. A funny, high-stakes race against time, addiction, and the chaos of early adulthood. ![]() When a botched bank robbery rips open a small town’s darkest secret, the sheriff (Bob Odenkirk) suddenly finds the whole town — deputies included — trying to kill him. With Lena Headey and Henry Winkler fueling the chaos, Normal explodes into a sharp, darkly funny shoot-out where survival is the only law left standing. ![]() When Taylor can’t get her Party USA shift covered after her dad’s death, one bad decision turns grief into a spectacular cascade of red, white, and blue–collared chaos. An all-American comedy where grief spirals, judgment evaporates, and everything goes spectacularly wrong. ![]() Poetic License follows Liz (Leslie Mann) a former therapist and soon-to-be empty nester, who relocates to a new town for her husband’s job – a place where she doesn’t know a soul. ![]() Stuck embalming bodies and craving change, a funeral home worker attends his high school reunion—only to be mistaken for the most mysterious, successful grad. A modern Cinderella story of laughs, mistaken identities, and unexpected charm. ![]() Avant-garde artist Vasil and his eccentric muse Luna tie themselves together for a year—literally—testing intimacy, privacy, and the limits of high art. Equal parts ridiculous, daring, and oddly romantic, this audacious experiment blurs the line between obsession and absurdity. ![]() Laugh hard, laugh dark, laugh unexpectedly. This riotous collection of comedy shorts skewers society, history, and human behavior with sharp wit, big swings, and zero restraint. ![]() A whirlwind sampler of bold new voices in creating series, this showcase careens from surreal anti–talk shows to high-stakes action, messy friendships, and lives blown off course in spectacular fashion. Six pilots, six distinct worlds — all driven by characters reinventing themselves when the script suddenly changes. PROGRAM 12B (EPISODIC): WHEN LIFE REWRITES THE SCRIPT
More Details ![]() In Brazil, Father Steve helps his heartbroken childhood love hide in his crumbling church, leading to a chaotic, hilarious mess of fake exorcisms, lost faith, and second chances. A divine, messy, and irresistible romantic comedy. ![]() Millie’s “deeply personal” play sparks panic in her family and community—but as reality and fiction collide, she uncovers truths buried deep in her subconscious. A darkly funny, tense exploration of creativity, memory, and belief. ![]() A small Vermont town, a daring musical, and a cast of extraordinary residents who defy expectations. Funny, heartwarming, and unforgettable, UNSCRIPTED LIVES celebrates community, courage, and the joy of seeing the world through new eyes. ![]() Strength lives in the heart, and Chad has it in abundance. Born with a rare genetic disorder, he wasn’t expected to survive beyond six weeks. Five decades later, he continues to defy every expectation. An inspiring, often laugh-out-loud journey of resilience and joy. ![]() Bif Naked is more than a rock star—she’s a cancer survivor, a poet, and a trailblazer. This electrifying journey traces her punk roots to her rise as a beloved music icon, celebrating an artist who refuses to be defined by anyone but herself. ![]() Two audacious journalists take on a century-old wedding dress atelier, transforming it into the city’s first feminist cultural hub. Bold, visually dazzling, and often unapologetically funny, their mission—insisting everything be done by women—becomes a celebration of creativity, rebellion, and empowerment. ![]() When his daughter disappears far from their coastal reserve, a hardened Navy veteran drops everything and drives straight into the heart of the city and his past. As old wounds resurface and danger closes in, he embarks on a raw, deeply human journey of reckoning, resilience, and a father’s unbreakable love. ![]() San Francisco comedians Helen and her 10-year-old son Evan live comfortably performing and writing. But Helen wants Evan to appreciate his humble roots in historic Beijing and understand the legacy behind his “good life.” Their journey challenges them both, individually and as a family. ![]() When Nora’s son drops her off at Shady Rest Retirement Home, she’s pretty sure there's not much left to hope for. That is, until unfiltered firecracker Edna wheels into her life and reminds her it ain’t over till it’s over. ![]() Power comes not only from oneself but from community. Amid a global pandemic and national reckoning, Black midwives open birth centers and demand justice for Black mothers, who die at staggering rates during childbirth. ![]() The deeply personal and revealing portrait exploring the life and art of Don Bachardy, one of the most distinctive portrait artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. A story of relentless curiosity, courage, and a lifetime of seeing deeply and revealing humanity. ![]() Cancer has entered the chat. After surviving an inoperable brain tumor, Bryan Bishop turns to comedy (and a crew of sharp-tongued comedians and survivors) to ask how humor helps us push back against fear. Equal parts hilarious and heartfelt, Growth spectacularly shows how laughing at the unthinkable keeps us moving forward… and how laughter can become a lifeline. ![]() A plucky young pilot and his loyal, snarky fighter-robot dive into a war-torn galaxy, joining a cosmic battle that will decide their fate. A wildly inventive adventure packed with high-octane action, humor, and a mech-sized heart. ![]() A moving, vital exploration of a man’s life from infancy to adulthood—told through the eyes of both parent and child. His mother and the director, Beryl, captures the joys, struggles, and achievements of neurodivergence in a beautifully intimate film. ![]() Devyn McDowell (Annette), Arturo Luiz Soria (Insatiable), and Nat Faxon (LOOT) star in this luminous story of a drag queen rediscovering joy and a ten-year-old dreaming of becoming a mermaid. Their unexpected bond unfolds into a magical, life-affirming celebration of identity, imagination, and chosen family. ![]() After her father’s sudden death, a woman with a congenital heart defect throws herself into training for the L’Étape Du Tour. A story of courage, determination, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds. ![]() Real stories, real stakes, real emotion. These powerful documentaries take you inside lives and communities rarely seen on screen—intimate, eye-opening, and deeply human. ![]() Art meets cinema in this visually rich celebration of creativity. These shorts spotlight artists, performers, and makers—and the passion that drives them to create against all odds. ![]() Once a vibrant father and husband, Gideon is now invisibly houseless, fighting to hold onto his estranged daughter. A non-linear meditation on hope, resilience, and the fragility of human connection. ![]() A small Vermont town, a daring musical, and a cast of extraordinary residents who defy expectations. Funny, heartwarming, and unforgettable, UNSCRIPTED LIVES celebrates community, courage, and the joy of seeing the world through new eyes. ![]() Strength lives in the heart, and Chad has it in abundance. Born with a rare genetic disorder, he wasn’t expected to survive beyond six weeks. Five decades later, he continues to defy every expectation. An inspiring, often laugh-out-loud journey of resilience and joy. ![]() Bif Naked is more than a rock star—she’s a cancer survivor, a poet, and a trailblazer. This electrifying journey traces her punk roots to her rise as a beloved music icon, celebrating an artist who refuses to be defined by anyone but herself. ![]() Two audacious journalists take on a century-old wedding dress atelier, transforming it into the city’s first feminist cultural hub. Bold, visually dazzling, and often unapologetically funny, their mission—insisting everything be done by women—becomes a celebration of creativity, rebellion, and empowerment. ![]() San Francisco comedians Helen and her 10-year-old son Evan live comfortably performing and writing. But Helen wants Evan to appreciate his humble roots in historic Beijing and understand the legacy behind his “good life.” Their journey challenges them both, individually and as a family. ![]() Power comes not only from oneself but from community. Amid a global pandemic and national reckoning, Black midwives open birth centers and demand justice for Black mothers, who die at staggering rates during childbirth. ![]() The deeply personal and revealing portrait exploring the life and art of Don Bachardy, one of the most distinctive portrait artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. A story of relentless curiosity, courage, and a lifetime of seeing deeply and revealing humanity. ![]() Cancer has entered the chat. After surviving an inoperable brain tumor, Bryan Bishop turns to comedy (and a crew of sharp-tongued comedians and survivors) to ask how humor helps us push back against fear. Equal parts hilarious and heartfelt, Growth spectacularly shows how laughing at the unthinkable keeps us moving forward… and how laughter can become a lifeline. ![]() A moving, vital exploration of a man’s life from infancy to adulthood—told through the eyes of both parent and child. His mother and the director, Beryl, captures the joys, struggles, and achievements of neurodivergence in a beautifully intimate film. ![]() A struggling filmmaker dives into the chaotic world of The Asylum, making a B-grade smash while navigating compromise and chaos. Equal parts hilarious behind-the-scenes exposé and love letter to trash cinema. ![]() Real stories, real stakes, real emotion. These powerful documentaries take you inside lives and communities rarely seen on screen—intimate, eye-opening, and deeply human. ![]() Forty-one years after a mother vanishes without a trace, her family reopens the case that has haunted them for decades. What begins as a search for answers becomes a gripping true-crime reckoning—where buried secrets, long-held suspicions, and the truth finally collide. ![]() An engrossing and subtle comedy where a husband’s failed attempt to kill his wife sparks their most intimate journey—one that makes them confront love, aging, and the absurdities of survival. ![]() Rhiannon “Baby Love” Mitchell is an MMA fighter on the brink of self-destruction. After a series of concussions, she’s forced into an unconventional equine therapy program. Skeptical at first, she gradually rediscovers her inner strength and confronts her past—but what will it mean for the future she’s fought so hard to earn? ![]() A riveting portrait of a biker navigating life in western Kentucky, grappling with his father’s troubled legacy and escalating debts. Starring Dylan Arnold (Oppenheimer), James Le Gros (Drugstore Cowboy), and Ambyr Childers (You), with Matty Matheson (The Bear) as executive producer. ![]() A bittersweet drama following three generations of women whose pasts and presents collide during an emotionally charged summer in India. Secrets, desires, and unresolved tensions come to the surface, reshaping their lives in unexpected ways. ![]() When his daughter disappears far from their coastal reserve, a hardened Navy veteran drops everything and drives straight into the heart of the city and his past. As old wounds resurface and danger closes in, he embarks on a raw, deeply human journey of reckoning, resilience, and a father’s unbreakable love. ![]() When Nora’s son drops her off at Shady Rest Retirement Home, she’s pretty sure there's not much left to hope for. That is, until unfiltered firecracker Edna wheels into her life and reminds her it ain’t over till it’s over. ![]() What begins as compassion becomes temptation when a married woman crosses a dangerous line with an 18-year-old refugee. Desire, guilt, and power collide in this gripping moral thriller about the price of generosity — and the secrets polite society refuses to face. ![]() What begins as a simple trip from Budapest to a village wedding becomes an unforgettable passage into love. In 1980s Transylvania, two students chase opportunity and possibility, drawn into a world pulsing with ecstatic folk music and hypnotic dance—where a risky scheme softens into a romance neither expected, and tradition becomes the rhythm of their awakening. ![]() Cast out by their families, schools, and a society that doesn’t want them, three vulnerable teens are left to survive on the brutal streets of Tirana. Their only refuge comes from the enigmatic Lady D…but safety proves fleeting. When her ex-husband resurfaces, old wounds ignite and the world turns hostile. With danger tightening its grip, survival may cost more than any of them are prepared to pay. ![]() Returning to Lhasa to shoot a film about her childhood friend, Samgyi is swept into memories that blur past and present. When Lhamo unexpectedly appears, reality begins to ripple—and nothing is quite what it seems. ![]() Shy Andres falls for Lorena, a young prostitute trapped under a controlling pimp. Their fragile, forbidden connection forces them to navigate love, loyalty, and survival in a world that refuses to forgive or forget. ![]() Marfa returns to her childhood home, where forbidden love and lingering guilt collide. A haunting, intimate journey of desire, memory, and the unspoken truths that shape who we are. ![]() When reserved Mathieu must fetch his free-spirited sister from Arizona, their reunion becomes a road trip through old wounds, family secrets, and the fragile bonds that define us. A tender, thought-provoking journey into fractured hearts and second chances. ![]() Devyn McDowell (Annette), Arturo Luiz Soria (Insatiable), and Nat Faxon (LOOT) star in this luminous story of a drag queen rediscovering joy and a ten-year-old dreaming of becoming a mermaid. Their unexpected bond unfolds into a magical, life-affirming celebration of identity, imagination, and chosen family. ![]() In a quiet beach town, housecleaner Nancy’s life teeters as a new acquaintance pushes her emotional limits. A gripping, intimate drama about desire, desperation, and the choices we make when everything is at stake. ![]() After her father’s sudden death, a woman with a congenital heart defect throws herself into training for the L’Étape Du Tour. A story of courage, determination, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds. ![]() Three lives remain bound by a shared past none of them can escape. When an obsessive young woman re-enters the life of the man who once defined her world, his partner becomes an unexpected bridge toward reckoning, release, and uneasy peace. A visually evocative psychological drama about memory, guilt, and the fragile work of letting go. ![]() A luxury wellness retreat where couples come to heal…and guests discover love, lust, and jealousy run deeper than the fjord. Sharp and slyly twisted, this mesmerizing tale proves therapy is never just about couples; it’s about chaos. ![]() A small-town beautician faces a life-changing day, guided by an unruly rooster serving as her unexpected spiritual witness. A whimsical, quietly profound story of awakening and self-discovery. ![]() Once a vibrant father and husband, Gideon is now invisibly houseless, fighting to hold onto his estranged daughter. A non-linear meditation on hope, resilience, and the fragility of human connection. ![]() Vivica A. Fox (Kill Bill, Independence Day), Claire Cavalheiro (Man Seeking Woman), and Daniel DeSanto (Mean Girls) star in this explosive and gritty crime thriller. After a heist goes horribly wrong, Clare takes a cosmetic surgery clinic hostage to save her brother, igniting a pulse-pounding chain of twists, desperate choices, and relentless suspense. A high-stakes story of loyalty, survival, and how far family will go when everything is on the line. ![]() A gripping and unflinching crime thriller following a debt-ridden mechanic desperate to escape his violent past. When his estranged sister returns and two ruthless debt collectors come calling, long-buried family secrets resurface—setting the stage for an explosive reckoning. ![]() A tense, gripping thriller in which Paul, a former military man confines his disobedient son Mark in a barrel and chains himself to a pole in an abandoned factory to teach him a lesson. The plan unravels when Mark drops the key down a pit, putting them both in peril. ![]() A taut thriller in which a young Delhi detective finds her investigation into a revered spiritual leader exposes a web of silence, loyalty, and fear. As truth collides with power, her pursuit becomes not just a case but a test of courage in a town determined to bury its own secrets. ![]() When a solar flare wipes every mind on Earth clean, Thalía wakes with no past, only a scar that hints at the child she’s lost. As new leaders seize power in the chaos, she races through a haunting new world to uncover the truth of who she was…and who she must become to survive. ![]() With the soulful appeal of the Jonathan Edwards song that shares its name, Carolina Caroline is a sweet, slick road movie about a woman yearning to find herself. Finding love instead, she starts robbing banks. Starring Samara Weaving (Ready or Not), Kyle Gallner (Strange Darling), Kyra Sedgwick (The Closer), and Jon Gries (Napoleon Dynamite). ![]() A remote cabin. A year-old crime. A group of coal miners whose secrets are more explosive than their rifles. When survival collides with suspicion, every shadow hides a story…and maybe a vendetta. ![]() An ex-military man experiencing unexplained blackouts struggles to save his marriage, only to discover the episodes are tied to trauma his mind is fighting to forget. A profound psychological thriller created entirely by one artist. ![]() In a future where all memories are government-regulated commodities, special agent Elizeus Carrier investigates the assassination of the last person to witness the first recorded memory—the key to understanding humanity’s origins. ![]() Persian teen Yasamin Karimi struggles to fit in at a new high school in 2004. Dyeing her hair blonde to blend in, she unwittingly unleashes a demon tied to the parts of herself she’s trying to erase. Foreigner blends horror with heart, exploring the cost of assimilation and the haunting power of denied identity. ![]() A mind-bending sci-fi exploring Reality, Virtual Reality, and Memory. Avena, a bereaved mother, fights to rescue her grief-stricken husband from NeuraLife, a dominant virtual technology. As she unravels her family’s tragic past, she confronts isolation and discovers the true power of humanity. ![]() A plucky young pilot and his loyal, snarky fighter-robot dive into a war-torn galaxy, joining a cosmic battle that will decide their fate. A wildly inventive adventure packed with high-octane action, humor, and a mech-sized heart. ![]() In a quiet beach town, housecleaner Nancy’s life teeters as a new acquaintance pushes her emotional limits. A gripping, intimate drama about desire, desperation, and the choices we make when everything is at stake. ![]() After her mother’s death, Ana wants to sell her childhood home—until her mother’s ghost begins to intervene. A darkly playful, haunting story of legacy, family, and a will that refuses to stay buried. ![]() When a botched bank robbery rips open a small town’s darkest secret, the sheriff (Bob Odenkirk) suddenly finds the whole town — deputies included — trying to kill him. With Lena Headey and Henry Winkler fueling the chaos, Normal explodes into a sharp, darkly funny shoot-out where survival is the only law left standing. ![]() When Taylor can’t get her Party USA shift covered after her dad’s death, one bad decision turns grief into a spectacular cascade of red, white, and blue–collared chaos. An all-American comedy where grief spirals, judgment evaporates, and everything goes spectacularly wrong. ![]() Ejected from a pioneering space station, pregnant Ursula navigates grief, exile, and survival in a stark futuristic world. Alongside Noah, she discovers the fragile beauty of human connection—even in the emptiness of space. ![]() One night in an old hotel in Argentina, manager Tomás faces his criminal past when his brother plots a kidnapping. A tense, gripping story of redemption, loyalty, and confronting the shadows we thought we’d left behind. ![]() Starring Andi Matichak (Halloween), Steven Strait (The Expanse), and Ashleigh Murray (The Other Black Girl), with special guest appearance by Matt Pinfield. Washed-up rock star Chris signs on to beta-test an AI assistant—only to find every keystroke under Serena’s watchful eye pushes him closer to unraveling. A tense, psychological thriller where technology becomes both ally and adversary. ![]() Aliens, crimes, futures, fantasies—and everything in between. This high-energy genre mashup delivers bold ideas, wild visuals, and unforgettable twists across sci-fi, fantasy, thrillers, and animation. ![]() Animation without limits. From hand-drawn experiments to breathtaking visual journeys, these shorts showcase the boundless imagination and emotional depth animation can achieve. ![]() Nothing here plays it safe. Strange, unsettling, provocative, and often hilarious, these shorts challenge expectations and linger long after the lights come up. ![]() Step inside three electric new worlds where paranoia, mystery, and off-kilter humor collide — from cosmic insomnia to alien conspiracies to a man who can taste the truth. This showcase delivers gripping storytelling, unforgettable characters, and the thrill of discovering your next favorite series before the rest of the world knows about it. ![]() A routine evening at Zhongshan High spirals into horror when a swim team’s secrets surface. A chilling, suspenseful thriller of fear, mystery, and the darkness lurking beneath the surface. ![]() In a war-zone hospital, survival comes at any cost. A doctor, a nurse, and a desperate father face impossible moral choices in a tension-filled drama of courage, humanity, and the price of survival. ![]() Her past is missing. Her present is unraveling. As Mia struggles to reconstruct a life she barely remembers, this taut thriller drags the audience into a relentless, mind-bending journey through guilt, rage, and the fragility of memory. ![]() Dane DeHaan (Kill Your Darlings), Sasha Calle (On Swift Horses), and Mamoudou Athie (Jurassic World: Dominion) star in this slick thriller about a tech-savvy thief pulled into a dangerous web of romance, deception, and high-stakes crime. A pulse-pounding ride where love may be the riskiest hack of all. ![]() Family isn’t always blood—and it’s rarely simple. These funny, moving shorts explore chosen families, unlikely bonds, and relationships built on love, survival, and sheer stubbornness. ![]() Home can be lost in a moment—or slowly slip away. These striking stories capture what it means to be uprooted, erased, or caught between worlds, told with urgency, empathy, and emotional power. ![]() Aliens, crimes, futures, fantasies—and everything in between. This high-energy genre mashup delivers bold ideas, wild visuals, and unforgettable twists across sci-fi, fantasy, thrillers, and animation. ![]() Animation without limits. From hand-drawn experiments to breathtaking visual journeys, these shorts showcase the boundless imagination and emotional depth animation can achieve. ![]() Laugh hard, laugh dark, laugh unexpectedly. This riotous collection of comedy shorts skewers society, history, and human behavior with sharp wit, big swings, and zero restraint. ![]() Real stories, real stakes, real emotion. These powerful documentaries take you inside lives and communities rarely seen on screen—intimate, eye-opening, and deeply human. ![]() Nothing here plays it safe. Strange, unsettling, provocative, and often hilarious, these shorts challenge expectations and linger long after the lights come up. ![]() Art meets cinema in this visually rich celebration of creativity. These shorts spotlight artists, performers, and makers—and the passion that drives them to create against all odds. ![]() Identity is never fixed—and neither are these films. Blending drama, comedy, and the unexpected, these shorts explore who we are, who we want to be, and how we change the world around us. ![]() Winning is never simple. These gripping shorts dive into ambition, obsession, and the cost of competing—where victory and defeat can be separated by a single moment. ![]() The future of filmmaking is already here. Bold, inventive, and emotionally rich, these student-made shorts showcase fearless storytelling across genres and styles. SHORTS PROGRAM 11A: STUDENT FILM SHOWCASE – PART ONE
More Details ![]() Fresh voices. Global perspectives. Big ideas. This second wave of student shorts proves that emerging filmmakers are pushing boundaries and redefining what’s possible on screen. SHORTS PROGRAM 11B: STUDENT FILM SHOWCASE – PART TWO
More Details ![]() Step inside three electric new worlds where paranoia, mystery, and off-kilter humor collide — from cosmic insomnia to alien conspiracies to a man who can taste the truth. This showcase delivers gripping storytelling, unforgettable characters, and the thrill of discovering your next favorite series before the rest of the world knows about it. ![]() A whirlwind sampler of bold new voices in creating series, this showcase careens from surreal anti–talk shows to high-stakes action, messy friendships, and lives blown off course in spectacular fashion. Six pilots, six distinct worlds — all driven by characters reinventing themselves when the script suddenly changes. PROGRAM 12B (EPISODIC): WHEN LIFE REWRITES THE SCRIPT
More Details ![]() Animation without limits. From hand-drawn experiments to breathtaking visual journeys, these shorts showcase the boundless imagination and emotional depth animation can achieve. ![]() Two audacious journalists take on a century-old wedding dress atelier, transforming it into the city’s first feminist cultural hub. Bold, visually dazzling, and often unapologetically funny, their mission—insisting everything be done by women—becomes a celebration of creativity, rebellion, and empowerment. ![]() The deeply personal and revealing portrait exploring the life and art of Don Bachardy, one of the most distinctive portrait artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. A story of relentless curiosity, courage, and a lifetime of seeing deeply and revealing humanity. ![]() Devyn McDowell (Annette), Arturo Luiz Soria (Insatiable), and Nat Faxon (LOOT) star in this luminous story of a drag queen rediscovering joy and a ten-year-old dreaming of becoming a mermaid. Their unexpected bond unfolds into a magical, life-affirming celebration of identity, imagination, and chosen family. ![]() Burned out on dating apps, a hopeful single woman gives romance one last shot, only to find her latest match might be perfect in all the wrong ways. ![]() Viewer’s Voice is a special competition on Cinejoy, where artists program the films and audiences watch and vote for their favorites.
The Finals take place February 12–18, with the Top 4 films winning prizes, including participation and screenings at the Cinequest Film Festival.
Winners will be announced and presented here on February 20. In the meantime, you can purchase tickets for any of the Viewer’s Voice films and enjoy the surprise of watching a film that both artists and audiences know you’ll love. ![]() Viewer’s Voice is a special competition on Cinejoy, where artists program the films and audiences watch and vote for their favorites.
The Finals take place February 12–18, with the Top 4 films winning prizes, including participation and screenings at the Cinequest Film Festival.
Winners will be announced and presented here on February 20. In the meantime, you can purchase tickets for any of the Viewer’s Voice films and enjoy the surprise of watching a film that both artists and audiences know you’ll love. ![]() Viewer’s Voice is a special competition on Cinejoy, where artists program the films and audiences watch and vote for their favorites.
The Finals take place February 12–18, with the Top 4 films winning prizes, including participation and screenings at the Cinequest Film Festival.
Winners will be announced and presented here on February 20. In the meantime, you can purchase tickets for any of the Viewer’s Voice films and enjoy the surprise of watching a film that both artists and audiences know you’ll love. ![]() Viewer’s Voice is a special competition on Cinejoy, where artists program the films and audiences watch and vote for their favorites.
The Finals take place February 12–18, with the Top 4 films winning prizes, including participation and screenings at the Cinequest Film Festival.
Winners will be announced and presented here on February 20. In the meantime, you can purchase tickets for any of the Viewer’s Voice films and enjoy the surprise of watching a film that both artists and audiences know you’ll love. ![]() Executive produced by the legendary James Ivory and starring Kalki Koechlin and Eléa Clair, John M. Keller’s sparkling comedy sends an American novelist back to her grandmother’s French village in search of inspiration. What she finds instead is chaos, charm, and an unexpected muse whose irreverent worldview rewrites far more than just her next book. ![]() The masterful Steven Soderbergh delivers a razor-sharp comedy as Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel face off in a delicious duel of ego, art, and ambition. When a sidelined artist is pulled into a scheme involving a legendary painter and unfinished masterpieces, the line between integrity and invention becomes dangerously entertaining. ![]() A small Vermont town, a daring musical, and a cast of extraordinary residents who defy expectations. Funny, heartwarming, and unforgettable, UNSCRIPTED LIVES celebrates community, courage, and the joy of seeing the world through new eyes. ![]() Starring Betsy Brandt (Breaking Bad), Aya Cash (The Boys), Ella Rubin (The Idea of You), Thomas Sadoski (The Newsroom), and Mimi Rogers (Bosch), this hilarious story follows 17-year-old Morgan, who jumps at a rare chance to spend time with her much older siblings—hoping they’ll reveal what it means to be an adult. Instead, she discovers they’re all just faking it. ![]() An engrossing and subtle comedy where a husband’s failed attempt to kill his wife sparks their most intimate journey—one that makes them confront love, aging, and the absurdities of survival. ![]() A gripping and unflinching crime thriller following a debt-ridden mechanic desperate to escape his violent past. When his estranged sister returns and two ruthless debt collectors come calling, long-buried family secrets resurface—setting the stage for an explosive reckoning. ![]() Rhiannon “Baby Love” Mitchell is an MMA fighter on the brink of self-destruction. After a series of concussions, she’s forced into an unconventional equine therapy program. Skeptical at first, she gradually rediscovers her inner strength and confronts her past—but what will it mean for the future she’s fought so hard to earn? ![]() A tense, gripping thriller in which Paul, a former military man confines his disobedient son Mark in a barrel and chains himself to a pole in an abandoned factory to teach him a lesson. The plan unravels when Mark drops the key down a pit, putting them both in peril. ![]() A taut thriller in which a young Delhi detective finds her investigation into a revered spiritual leader exposes a web of silence, loyalty, and fear. As truth collides with power, her pursuit becomes not just a case but a test of courage in a town determined to bury its own secrets. ![]() Bif Naked is more than a rock star—she’s a cancer survivor, a poet, and a trailblazer. This electrifying journey traces her punk roots to her rise as a beloved music icon, celebrating an artist who refuses to be defined by anyone but herself. ![]() When reserved Mathieu must fetch his free-spirited sister from Arizona, their reunion becomes a road trip through old wounds, family secrets, and the fragile bonds that define us. A tender, thought-provoking journey into fractured hearts and second chances. ![]() Poetic License follows Liz (Leslie Mann) a former therapist and soon-to-be empty nester, who relocates to a new town for her husband’s job – a place where she doesn’t know a soul. ![]() Viewer’s Voice is a special competition on Cinejoy, where artists program the films and audiences watch and vote for their favorites.
The Finals take place February 12–18, with the Top 4 films winning prizes, including participation and screenings at the Cinequest Film Festival.
Winners will be announced and presented here on February 20. In the meantime, you can purchase tickets for any of the Viewer’s Voice films and enjoy the surprise of watching a film that both artists and audiences know you’ll love. ![]() Viewer’s Voice is a special competition on Cinejoy, where artists program the films and audiences watch and vote for their favorites.
The Finals take place February 12–18, with the Top 4 films winning prizes, including participation and screenings at the Cinequest Film Festival.
Winners will be announced and presented here on February 20. In the meantime, you can purchase tickets for any of the Viewer’s Voice films and enjoy the surprise of watching a film that both artists and audiences know you’ll love. ![]() Viewer’s Voice is a special competition on Cinejoy, where artists program the films and audiences watch and vote for their favorites.
The Finals take place February 12–18, with the Top 4 films winning prizes, including participation and screenings at the Cinequest Film Festival.
Winners will be announced and presented here on February 20. In the meantime, you can purchase tickets for any of the Viewer’s Voice films and enjoy the surprise of watching a film that both artists and audiences know you’ll love. ![]() Viewer’s Voice is a special competition on Cinejoy, where artists program the films and audiences watch and vote for their favorites.
The Finals take place February 12–18, with the Top 4 films winning prizes, including participation and screenings at the Cinequest Film Festival.
Winners will be announced and presented here on February 20. In the meantime, you can purchase tickets for any of the Viewer’s Voice films and enjoy the surprise of watching a film that both artists and audiences know you’ll love. ![]() Family isn’t always blood—and it’s rarely simple. These funny, moving shorts explore chosen families, unlikely bonds, and relationships built on love, survival, and sheer stubbornness. ![]() Home can be lost in a moment—or slowly slip away. These striking stories capture what it means to be uprooted, erased, or caught between worlds, told with urgency, empathy, and emotional power. ![]() Aliens, crimes, futures, fantasies—and everything in between. This high-energy genre mashup delivers bold ideas, wild visuals, and unforgettable twists across sci-fi, fantasy, thrillers, and animation. ![]() Animation without limits. From hand-drawn experiments to breathtaking visual journeys, these shorts showcase the boundless imagination and emotional depth animation can achieve. ![]() Laugh hard, laugh dark, laugh unexpectedly. This riotous collection of comedy shorts skewers society, history, and human behavior with sharp wit, big swings, and zero restraint. ![]() Real stories, real stakes, real emotion. These powerful documentaries take you inside lives and communities rarely seen on screen—intimate, eye-opening, and deeply human. ![]() Nothing here plays it safe. Strange, unsettling, provocative, and often hilarious, these shorts challenge expectations and linger long after the lights come up. ![]() Art meets cinema in this visually rich celebration of creativity. These shorts spotlight artists, performers, and makers—and the passion that drives them to create against all odds. ![]() Identity is never fixed—and neither are these films. Blending drama, comedy, and the unexpected, these shorts explore who we are, who we want to be, and how we change the world around us. ![]() Winning is never simple. These gripping shorts dive into ambition, obsession, and the cost of competing—where victory and defeat can be separated by a single moment. ![]() The future of filmmaking is already here. Bold, inventive, and emotionally rich, these student-made shorts showcase fearless storytelling across genres and styles. SHORTS PROGRAM 11A: STUDENT FILM SHOWCASE – PART ONE
More Details ![]() Step inside three electric new worlds where paranoia, mystery, and off-kilter humor collide — from cosmic insomnia to alien conspiracies to a man who can taste the truth. This showcase delivers gripping storytelling, unforgettable characters, and the thrill of discovering your next favorite series before the rest of the world knows about it. ![]() A whirlwind sampler of bold new voices in creating series, this showcase careens from surreal anti–talk shows to high-stakes action, messy friendships, and lives blown off course in spectacular fashion. Six pilots, six distinct worlds — all driven by characters reinventing themselves when the script suddenly changes. PROGRAM 12B (EPISODIC): WHEN LIFE REWRITES THE SCRIPT
More Details ![]() Vivica A. Fox (Kill Bill, Independence Day), Claire Cavalheiro (Man Seeking Woman), and Daniel DeSanto (Mean Girls) star in this explosive and gritty crime thriller. After a heist goes horribly wrong, Clare takes a cosmetic surgery clinic hostage to save her brother, igniting a pulse-pounding chain of twists, desperate choices, and relentless suspense. A high-stakes story of loyalty, survival, and how far family will go when everything is on the line. ![]() Steve Zahn, Ethan Hawke, Rosemarie DeWitt, and Audrey Zahn shine in this sharp, heartfelt comedy about a stressed-out dad who becomes an unlikely chaperone on his teenage daughter’s competitive dance journey. Amid dance moms, cheap motels, and big emotions, father and daughter rediscover each other—one imperfect step at a time. ![]() Steve Zahn has spent his career making us laugh, then quietly surprising us with
how deeply we care about the characters he brings to life. Mr. Zahn receives the
Maverick Spirit Award after the screening of She Dances ![]() Vivica A. Fox will receive the Maverick Spirit Award at the March 14th World Premiere of her new film, Plan C, followed by an extended conversation celebrating her work and her unshakable creative fire. ![]() In his fearless directorial debut, John Early leads a powerhouse comedic cast that includes Kate Berlant, Vanessa Bayer, Eric Rahill, and Kristen Johnston for a biting, hilarious, and unsettling look at wellness culture, online performance, and the secrets we hide to stay lovable on camera…and to ourselves. ![]() Strength lives in the heart, and Chad has it in abundance. Born with a rare genetic disorder, he wasn’t expected to survive beyond six weeks. Five decades later, he continues to defy every expectation. An inspiring, often laugh-out-loud journey of resilience and joy. ![]() When a solar flare wipes every mind on Earth clean, Thalía wakes with no past, only a scar that hints at the child she’s lost. As new leaders seize power in the chaos, she races through a haunting new world to uncover the truth of who she was…and who she must become to survive. ![]() A riveting portrait of a biker navigating life in western Kentucky, grappling with his father’s troubled legacy and escalating debts. Starring Dylan Arnold (Oppenheimer), James Le Gros (Drugstore Cowboy), and Ambyr Childers (You), with Matty Matheson (The Bear) as executive producer. ![]() An absolutely sidesplitting comedy, set in 1994 New Orleans (before the internet), where two married marijuana dealers face a crisis when their curious five-year-old son accidentally overhears their code name for contraband and tries to solve the mystery of his parents' imaginary friend: Brenda. Executive produced by Richard Linklater. ![]() Two audacious journalists take on a century-old wedding dress atelier, transforming it into the city’s first feminist cultural hub. Bold, visually dazzling, and often unapologetically funny, their mission—insisting everything be done by women—becomes a celebration of creativity, rebellion, and empowerment. ![]() A bittersweet drama following three generations of women whose pasts and presents collide during an emotionally charged summer in India. Secrets, desires, and unresolved tensions come to the surface, reshaping their lives in unexpected ways. ![]() When his daughter disappears far from their coastal reserve, a hardened Navy veteran drops everything and drives straight into the heart of the city and his past. As old wounds resurface and danger closes in, he embarks on a raw, deeply human journey of reckoning, resilience, and a father’s unbreakable love. ![]() With the soulful appeal of the Jonathan Edwards song that shares its name, Carolina Caroline is a sweet, slick road movie about a woman yearning to find herself. Finding love instead, she starts robbing banks. Starring Samara Weaving (Ready or Not), Kyle Gallner (Strange Darling), Kyra Sedgwick (The Closer), and Jon Gries (Napoleon Dynamite). ![]() In Catane, everyone is officially disabled, at least on paper. When a government inquiry threatens the village’s survival, the locals answer with audacity, absurdity, and collective genius, turning bureaucracy into a riotously funny act of resistance. ![]() A remote cabin. A year-old crime. A group of coal miners whose secrets are more explosive than their rifles. When survival collides with suspicion, every shadow hides a story…and maybe a vendetta. ![]() San Francisco comedians Helen and her 10-year-old son Evan live comfortably performing and writing. But Helen wants Evan to appreciate his humble roots in historic Beijing and understand the legacy behind his “good life.” Their journey challenges them both, individually and as a family. ![]() When Nora’s son drops her off at Shady Rest Retirement Home, she’s pretty sure there's not much left to hope for. That is, until unfiltered firecracker Edna wheels into her life and reminds her it ain’t over till it’s over. ![]() In a near-future Los Angeles where death has become strangely routine, the film drifts from one character to the next, each encounter revealing another absurd slice of city life. As loved ones, coworkers, and even billionaires drop dead, Los Angeles keeps moving—messy, human, and unexpectedly funny. ![]() Power comes not only from oneself but from community. Amid a global pandemic and national reckoning, Black midwives open birth centers and demand justice for Black mothers, who die at staggering rates during childbirth. ![]() An ex-military man experiencing unexplained blackouts struggles to save his marriage, only to discover the episodes are tied to trauma his mind is fighting to forget. A profound psychological thriller created entirely by one artist. ![]() What begins as compassion becomes temptation when a married woman crosses a dangerous line with an 18-year-old refugee. Desire, guilt, and power collide in this gripping moral thriller about the price of generosity — and the secrets polite society refuses to face. ![]() The deeply personal and revealing portrait exploring the life and art of Don Bachardy, one of the most distinctive portrait artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. A story of relentless curiosity, courage, and a lifetime of seeing deeply and revealing humanity. ![]() In a future where all memories are government-regulated commodities, special agent Elizeus Carrier investigates the assassination of the last person to witness the first recorded memory—the key to understanding humanity’s origins. ![]() Persian teen Yasamin Karimi struggles to fit in at a new high school in 2004. Dyeing her hair blonde to blend in, she unwittingly unleashes a demon tied to the parts of herself she’s trying to erase. Foreigner blends horror with heart, exploring the cost of assimilation and the haunting power of denied identity. ![]() Gareth Reynolds (Arrested Development), Jake Johnson (New Girl), Cat Reitman (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia), Anna Lore (Doom Patrol), and Maggie Maye (Conan) star in this hilarious mockumentary. When stand-up comic Mortimer is replaced on his podcast by a 9-year-old viral star, he sets off on a desperate DIY tour—and confronts a question deeper than the punchlines: what’s so funny? ![]() Cancer has entered the chat. After surviving an inoperable brain tumor, Bryan Bishop turns to comedy (and a crew of sharp-tongued comedians and survivors) to ask how humor helps us push back against fear. Equal parts hilarious and heartfelt, Growth spectacularly shows how laughing at the unthinkable keeps us moving forward… and how laughter can become a lifeline. ![]() A mind-bending sci-fi exploring Reality, Virtual Reality, and Memory. Avena, a bereaved mother, fights to rescue her grief-stricken husband from NeuraLife, a dominant virtual technology. As she unravels her family’s tragic past, she confronts isolation and discovers the true power of humanity. ![]() A plucky young pilot and his loyal, snarky fighter-robot dive into a war-torn galaxy, joining a cosmic battle that will decide their fate. A wildly inventive adventure packed with high-octane action, humor, and a mech-sized heart. ![]() A moving, vital exploration of a man’s life from infancy to adulthood—told through the eyes of both parent and child. His mother and the director, Beryl, captures the joys, struggles, and achievements of neurodivergence in a beautifully intimate film. ![]() A rural amateur production of the Passion of Christ spirals into a blasphemous rave. Stationed in Winteringen, Oskar races to save the parish from closure by staging an unforgettable Passion play to impress a theatre-loving archbishop. An absurd, triptych tale of loneliness, responsibility, and faith. ![]() What begins as a simple trip from Budapest to a village wedding becomes an unforgettable passage into love. In 1980s Transylvania, two students chase opportunity and possibility, drawn into a world pulsing with ecstatic folk music and hypnotic dance—where a risky scheme softens into a romance neither expected, and tradition becomes the rhythm of their awakening. ![]() Sparks fly between a grounded Portland baker and a charming LA comedian — but once real life intervenes, chemistry alone may not be enough. Funny, tender, and disarmingly honest, this romance explores timing, vulnerability, and what it really means to choose each other. ![]() Cast out by their families, schools, and a society that doesn’t want them, three vulnerable teens are left to survive on the brutal streets of Tirana. Their only refuge comes from the enigmatic Lady D…but safety proves fleeting. When her ex-husband resurfaces, old wounds ignite and the world turns hostile. With danger tightening its grip, survival may cost more than any of them are prepared to pay. ![]() Returning to Lhasa to shoot a film about her childhood friend, Samgyi is swept into memories that blur past and present. When Lhamo unexpectedly appears, reality begins to ripple—and nothing is quite what it seems. ![]() Shy Andres falls for Lorena, a young prostitute trapped under a controlling pimp. Their fragile, forbidden connection forces them to navigate love, loyalty, and survival in a world that refuses to forgive or forget. ![]() Marfa returns to her childhood home, where forbidden love and lingering guilt collide. A haunting, intimate journey of desire, memory, and the unspoken truths that shape who we are. ![]() When reserved Mathieu must fetch his free-spirited sister from Arizona, their reunion becomes a road trip through old wounds, family secrets, and the fragile bonds that define us. A tender, thought-provoking journey into fractured hearts and second chances. ![]() Devyn McDowell (Annette), Arturo Luiz Soria (Insatiable), and Nat Faxon (LOOT) star in this luminous story of a drag queen rediscovering joy and a ten-year-old dreaming of becoming a mermaid. Their unexpected bond unfolds into a magical, life-affirming celebration of identity, imagination, and chosen family. ![]() A struggling filmmaker dives into the chaotic world of The Asylum, making a B-grade smash while navigating compromise and chaos. Equal parts hilarious behind-the-scenes exposé and love letter to trash cinema. ![]() In a quiet beach town, housecleaner Nancy’s life teeters as a new acquaintance pushes her emotional limits. A gripping, intimate drama about desire, desperation, and the choices we make when everything is at stake. ![]() After her mother’s death, Ana wants to sell her childhood home—until her mother’s ghost begins to intervene. A darkly playful, haunting story of legacy, family, and a will that refuses to stay buried. ![]() Seven dreamers. One tiny L.A. apartment. Zero personal space. This hilarious Filipino-American family comedy turns chaos into charisma as everyone chases stardom and proves that even when love sounds like nonstop bickering…it’s still love, and sometimes it sounds a lot like yelling. ![]() Nuria has 24 hours to scrape together her rent, all while trying to survive a single day without smoking. A funny, high-stakes race against time, addiction, and the chaos of early adulthood. ![]() When a botched bank robbery rips open a small town’s darkest secret, the sheriff (Bob Odenkirk) suddenly finds the whole town — deputies included — trying to kill him. With Lena Headey and Henry Winkler fueling the chaos, Normal explodes into a sharp, darkly funny shoot-out where survival is the only law left standing. ![]() Burned out on dating apps, a hopeful single woman gives romance one last shot, only to find her latest match might be perfect in all the wrong ways. ![]() When Taylor can’t get her Party USA shift covered after her dad’s death, one bad decision turns grief into a spectacular cascade of red, white, and blue–collared chaos. An all-American comedy where grief spirals, judgment evaporates, and everything goes spectacularly wrong. ![]() Ejected from a pioneering space station, pregnant Ursula navigates grief, exile, and survival in a stark futuristic world. Alongside Noah, she discovers the fragile beauty of human connection—even in the emptiness of space. ![]() One night in an old hotel in Argentina, manager Tomás faces his criminal past when his brother plots a kidnapping. A tense, gripping story of redemption, loyalty, and confronting the shadows we thought we’d left behind. ![]() Stuck embalming bodies and craving change, a funeral home worker attends his high school reunion—only to be mistaken for the most mysterious, successful grad. A modern Cinderella story of laughs, mistaken identities, and unexpected charm. ![]() After her father’s sudden death, a woman with a congenital heart defect throws herself into training for the L’Étape Du Tour. A story of courage, determination, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds. ![]() Avant-garde artist Vasil and his eccentric muse Luna tie themselves together for a year—literally—testing intimacy, privacy, and the limits of high art. Equal parts ridiculous, daring, and oddly romantic, this audacious experiment blurs the line between obsession and absurdity. ![]() Starring Andi Matichak (Halloween), Steven Strait (The Expanse), and Ashleigh Murray (The Other Black Girl), with special guest appearance by Matt Pinfield. Washed-up rock star Chris signs on to beta-test an AI assistant—only to find every keystroke under Serena’s watchful eye pushes him closer to unraveling. A tense, psychological thriller where technology becomes both ally and adversary. ![]() Fresh voices. Global perspectives. Big ideas. This second wave of student shorts proves that emerging filmmakers are pushing boundaries and redefining what’s possible on screen. SHORTS PROGRAM 11B: STUDENT FILM SHOWCASE – PART TWO
More Details ![]() Three lives remain bound by a shared past none of them can escape. When an obsessive young woman re-enters the life of the man who once defined her world, his partner becomes an unexpected bridge toward reckoning, release, and uneasy peace. A visually evocative psychological drama about memory, guilt, and the fragile work of letting go. ![]() A routine evening at Zhongshan High spirals into horror when a swim team’s secrets surface. A chilling, suspenseful thriller of fear, mystery, and the darkness lurking beneath the surface. ![]() In a war-zone hospital, survival comes at any cost. A doctor, a nurse, and a desperate father face impossible moral choices in a tension-filled drama of courage, humanity, and the price of survival. ![]() A luxury wellness retreat where couples come to heal…and guests discover love, lust, and jealousy run deeper than the fjord. Sharp and slyly twisted, this mesmerizing tale proves therapy is never just about couples; it’s about chaos. ![]() Her past is missing. Her present is unraveling. As Mia struggles to reconstruct a life she barely remembers, this taut thriller drags the audience into a relentless, mind-bending journey through guilt, rage, and the fragility of memory. ![]() Forty-one years after a mother vanishes without a trace, her family reopens the case that has haunted them for decades. What begins as a search for answers becomes a gripping true-crime reckoning—where buried secrets, long-held suspicions, and the truth finally collide. ![]() A small-town beautician faces a life-changing day, guided by an unruly rooster serving as her unexpected spiritual witness. A whimsical, quietly profound story of awakening and self-discovery. ![]() Dane DeHaan (Kill Your Darlings), Sasha Calle (On Swift Horses), and Mamoudou Athie (Jurassic World: Dominion) star in this slick thriller about a tech-savvy thief pulled into a dangerous web of romance, deception, and high-stakes crime. A pulse-pounding ride where love may be the riskiest hack of all. ![]() Once a vibrant father and husband, Gideon is now invisibly houseless, fighting to hold onto his estranged daughter. A non-linear meditation on hope, resilience, and the fragility of human connection. ![]() In Brazil, Father Steve helps his heartbroken childhood love hide in his crumbling church, leading to a chaotic, hilarious mess of fake exorcisms, lost faith, and second chances. A divine, messy, and irresistible romantic comedy. ![]() Millie’s “deeply personal” play sparks panic in her family and community—but as reality and fiction collide, she uncovers truths buried deep in her subconscious. A darkly funny, tense exploration of creativity, memory, and belief. ![]() A monumental achievement of silent cinema, Ben-Hur remains one of the most thrilling spectacles ever put on screen, featuring the legendary chariot race and newly restored color sequences. Vast, visceral, and unforgettable, this 1925 epic shines brightest when experienced live with Dennis James on the Mighty Wurlitzer. ![]() Executive produced by the legendary James Ivory and starring Kalki Koechlin and Eléa Clair, John M. Keller’s sparkling comedy sends an American novelist back to her grandmother’s French village in search of inspiration. What she finds instead is chaos, charm, and an unexpected muse whose irreverent worldview rewrites far more than just her next book. ![]() The masterful Steven Soderbergh delivers a razor-sharp comedy as Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel face off in a delicious duel of ego, art, and ambition. When a sidelined artist is pulled into a scheme involving a legendary painter and unfinished masterpieces, the line between integrity and invention becomes dangerously entertaining. ![]() In his fearless directorial debut, John Early leads a powerhouse comedic cast that includes Kate Berlant, Vanessa Bayer, Eric Rahill, and Kristen Johnston for a biting, hilarious, and unsettling look at wellness culture, online performance, and the secrets we hide to stay lovable on camera…and to ourselves. ![]() Starring Betsy Brandt (Breaking Bad), Aya Cash (The Boys), Ella Rubin (The Idea of You), Thomas Sadoski (The Newsroom), and Mimi Rogers (Bosch), this hilarious story follows 17-year-old Morgan, who jumps at a rare chance to spend time with her much older siblings—hoping they’ll reveal what it means to be an adult. Instead, she discovers they’re all just faking it. ![]() An absolutely sidesplitting comedy, set in 1994 New Orleans (before the internet), where two married marijuana dealers face a crisis when their curious five-year-old son accidentally overhears their code name for contraband and tries to solve the mystery of his parents' imaginary friend: Brenda. Executive produced by Richard Linklater. ![]() In Catane, everyone is officially disabled, at least on paper. When a government inquiry threatens the village’s survival, the locals answer with audacity, absurdity, and collective genius, turning bureaucracy into a riotously funny act of resistance. ![]() In a near-future Los Angeles where death has become strangely routine, the film drifts from one character to the next, each encounter revealing another absurd slice of city life. As loved ones, coworkers, and even billionaires drop dead, Los Angeles keeps moving—messy, human, and unexpectedly funny. ![]() Gareth Reynolds (Arrested Development), Jake Johnson (New Girl), Cat Reitman (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia), Anna Lore (Doom Patrol), and Maggie Maye (Conan) star in this hilarious mockumentary. When stand-up comic Mortimer is replaced on his podcast by a 9-year-old viral star, he sets off on a desperate DIY tour—and confronts a question deeper than the punchlines: what’s so funny? ![]() A rural amateur production of the Passion of Christ spirals into a blasphemous rave. Stationed in Winteringen, Oskar races to save the parish from closure by staging an unforgettable Passion play to impress a theatre-loving archbishop. An absurd, triptych tale of loneliness, responsibility, and faith. ![]() Seven dreamers. One tiny L.A. apartment. Zero personal space. This hilarious Filipino-American family comedy turns chaos into charisma as everyone chases stardom and proves that even when love sounds like nonstop bickering…it’s still love, and sometimes it sounds a lot like yelling. ![]() Nuria has 24 hours to scrape together her rent, all while trying to survive a single day without smoking. A funny, high-stakes race against time, addiction, and the chaos of early adulthood. ![]() When Taylor can’t get her Party USA shift covered after her dad’s death, one bad decision turns grief into a spectacular cascade of red, white, and blue–collared chaos. An all-American comedy where grief spirals, judgment evaporates, and everything goes spectacularly wrong. ![]() Poetic License follows Liz (Leslie Mann) a former therapist and soon-to-be empty nester, who relocates to a new town for her husband’s job – a place where she doesn’t know a soul. ![]() Stuck embalming bodies and craving change, a funeral home worker attends his high school reunion—only to be mistaken for the most mysterious, successful grad. A modern Cinderella story of laughs, mistaken identities, and unexpected charm. ![]() In Brazil, Father Steve helps his heartbroken childhood love hide in his crumbling church, leading to a chaotic, hilarious mess of fake exorcisms, lost faith, and second chances. A divine, messy, and irresistible romantic comedy. ![]() A gripping and unflinching crime thriller following a debt-ridden mechanic desperate to escape his violent past. When his estranged sister returns and two ruthless debt collectors come calling, long-buried family secrets resurface—setting the stage for an explosive reckoning. ![]() With the soulful appeal of the Jonathan Edwards song that shares its name, Carolina Caroline is a sweet, slick road movie about a woman yearning to find herself. Finding love instead, she starts robbing banks. Starring Samara Weaving (Ready or Not), Kyle Gallner (Strange Darling), Kyra Sedgwick (The Closer), and Jon Gries (Napoleon Dynamite). ![]() When a botched bank robbery rips open a small town’s darkest secret, the sheriff (Bob Odenkirk) suddenly finds the whole town — deputies included — trying to kill him. With Lena Headey and Henry Winkler fueling the chaos, Normal explodes into a sharp, darkly funny shoot-out where survival is the only law left standing. ![]() A small Vermont town, a daring musical, and a cast of extraordinary residents who defy expectations. Funny, heartwarming, and unforgettable, UNSCRIPTED LIVES celebrates community, courage, and the joy of seeing the world through new eyes. ![]() Strength lives in the heart, and Chad has it in abundance. Born with a rare genetic disorder, he wasn’t expected to survive beyond six weeks. Five decades later, he continues to defy every expectation. An inspiring, often laugh-out-loud journey of resilience and joy. ![]() Bif Naked is more than a rock star—she’s a cancer survivor, a poet, and a trailblazer. This electrifying journey traces her punk roots to her rise as a beloved music icon, celebrating an artist who refuses to be defined by anyone but herself. ![]() Two audacious journalists take on a century-old wedding dress atelier, transforming it into the city’s first feminist cultural hub. Bold, visually dazzling, and often unapologetically funny, their mission—insisting everything be done by women—becomes a celebration of creativity, rebellion, and empowerment. ![]() San Francisco comedians Helen and her 10-year-old son Evan live comfortably performing and writing. But Helen wants Evan to appreciate his humble roots in historic Beijing and understand the legacy behind his “good life.” Their journey challenges them both, individually and as a family. ![]() Power comes not only from oneself but from community. Amid a global pandemic and national reckoning, Black midwives open birth centers and demand justice for Black mothers, who die at staggering rates during childbirth. ![]() The deeply personal and revealing portrait exploring the life and art of Don Bachardy, one of the most distinctive portrait artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. A story of relentless curiosity, courage, and a lifetime of seeing deeply and revealing humanity. ![]() Cancer has entered the chat. After surviving an inoperable brain tumor, Bryan Bishop turns to comedy (and a crew of sharp-tongued comedians and survivors) to ask how humor helps us push back against fear. Equal parts hilarious and heartfelt, Growth spectacularly shows how laughing at the unthinkable keeps us moving forward… and how laughter can become a lifeline. ![]() A moving, vital exploration of a man’s life from infancy to adulthood—told through the eyes of both parent and child. His mother and the director, Beryl, captures the joys, struggles, and achievements of neurodivergence in a beautifully intimate film. ![]() A struggling filmmaker dives into the chaotic world of The Asylum, making a B-grade smash while navigating compromise and chaos. Equal parts hilarious behind-the-scenes exposé and love letter to trash cinema. ![]() Forty-one years after a mother vanishes without a trace, her family reopens the case that has haunted them for decades. What begins as a search for answers becomes a gripping true-crime reckoning—where buried secrets, long-held suspicions, and the truth finally collide. ![]() Steve Zahn, Ethan Hawke, Rosemarie DeWitt, and Audrey Zahn shine in this sharp, heartfelt comedy about a stressed-out dad who becomes an unlikely chaperone on his teenage daughter’s competitive dance journey. Amid dance moms, cheap motels, and big emotions, father and daughter rediscover each other—one imperfect step at a time. ![]() An engrossing and subtle comedy where a husband’s failed attempt to kill his wife sparks their most intimate journey—one that makes them confront love, aging, and the absurdities of survival. ![]() Rhiannon “Baby Love” Mitchell is an MMA fighter on the brink of self-destruction. After a series of concussions, she’s forced into an unconventional equine therapy program. Skeptical at first, she gradually rediscovers her inner strength and confronts her past—but what will it mean for the future she’s fought so hard to earn? ![]() A riveting portrait of a biker navigating life in western Kentucky, grappling with his father’s troubled legacy and escalating debts. Starring Dylan Arnold (Oppenheimer), James Le Gros (Drugstore Cowboy), and Ambyr Childers (You), with Matty Matheson (The Bear) as executive producer. ![]() A bittersweet drama following three generations of women whose pasts and presents collide during an emotionally charged summer in India. Secrets, desires, and unresolved tensions come to the surface, reshaping their lives in unexpected ways. ![]() When his daughter disappears far from their coastal reserve, a hardened Navy veteran drops everything and drives straight into the heart of the city and his past. As old wounds resurface and danger closes in, he embarks on a raw, deeply human journey of reckoning, resilience, and a father’s unbreakable love. ![]() When Nora’s son drops her off at Shady Rest Retirement Home, she’s pretty sure there's not much left to hope for. That is, until unfiltered firecracker Edna wheels into her life and reminds her it ain’t over till it’s over. ![]() What begins as compassion becomes temptation when a married woman crosses a dangerous line with an 18-year-old refugee. Desire, guilt, and power collide in this gripping moral thriller about the price of generosity — and the secrets polite society refuses to face. ![]() What begins as a simple trip from Budapest to a village wedding becomes an unforgettable passage into love. In 1980s Transylvania, two students chase opportunity and possibility, drawn into a world pulsing with ecstatic folk music and hypnotic dance—where a risky scheme softens into a romance neither expected, and tradition becomes the rhythm of their awakening. ![]() Cast out by their families, schools, and a society that doesn’t want them, three vulnerable teens are left to survive on the brutal streets of Tirana. Their only refuge comes from the enigmatic Lady D…but safety proves fleeting. When her ex-husband resurfaces, old wounds ignite and the world turns hostile. With danger tightening its grip, survival may cost more than any of them are prepared to pay. ![]() Returning to Lhasa to shoot a film about her childhood friend, Samgyi is swept into memories that blur past and present. When Lhamo unexpectedly appears, reality begins to ripple—and nothing is quite what it seems. ![]() Marfa returns to her childhood home, where forbidden love and lingering guilt collide. A haunting, intimate journey of desire, memory, and the unspoken truths that shape who we are. ![]() When reserved Mathieu must fetch his free-spirited sister from Arizona, their reunion becomes a road trip through old wounds, family secrets, and the fragile bonds that define us. A tender, thought-provoking journey into fractured hearts and second chances. ![]() Devyn McDowell (Annette), Arturo Luiz Soria (Insatiable), and Nat Faxon (LOOT) star in this luminous story of a drag queen rediscovering joy and a ten-year-old dreaming of becoming a mermaid. Their unexpected bond unfolds into a magical, life-affirming celebration of identity, imagination, and chosen family. ![]() In a quiet beach town, housecleaner Nancy’s life teeters as a new acquaintance pushes her emotional limits. A gripping, intimate drama about desire, desperation, and the choices we make when everything is at stake. ![]() One night in an old hotel in Argentina, manager Tomás faces his criminal past when his brother plots a kidnapping. A tense, gripping story of redemption, loyalty, and confronting the shadows we thought we’d left behind. ![]() After her father’s sudden death, a woman with a congenital heart defect throws herself into training for the L’Étape Du Tour. A story of courage, determination, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds. ![]() Avant-garde artist Vasil and his eccentric muse Luna tie themselves together for a year—literally—testing intimacy, privacy, and the limits of high art. Equal parts ridiculous, daring, and oddly romantic, this audacious experiment blurs the line between obsession and absurdity. ![]() Three lives remain bound by a shared past none of them can escape. When an obsessive young woman re-enters the life of the man who once defined her world, his partner becomes an unexpected bridge toward reckoning, release, and uneasy peace. A visually evocative psychological drama about memory, guilt, and the fragile work of letting go. ![]() In a war-zone hospital, survival comes at any cost. A doctor, a nurse, and a desperate father face impossible moral choices in a tension-filled drama of courage, humanity, and the price of survival. ![]() A luxury wellness retreat where couples come to heal…and guests discover love, lust, and jealousy run deeper than the fjord. Sharp and slyly twisted, this mesmerizing tale proves therapy is never just about couples; it’s about chaos. ![]() A small-town beautician faces a life-changing day, guided by an unruly rooster serving as her unexpected spiritual witness. A whimsical, quietly profound story of awakening and self-discovery. ![]() Once a vibrant father and husband, Gideon is now invisibly houseless, fighting to hold onto his estranged daughter. A non-linear meditation on hope, resilience, and the fragility of human connection. ![]() Millie’s “deeply personal” play sparks panic in her family and community—but as reality and fiction collide, she uncovers truths buried deep in her subconscious. A darkly funny, tense exploration of creativity, memory, and belief. ![]() A plucky young pilot and his loyal, snarky fighter-robot dive into a war-torn galaxy, joining a cosmic battle that will decide their fate. A wildly inventive adventure packed with high-octane action, humor, and a mech-sized heart. ![]() Persian teen Yasamin Karimi struggles to fit in at a new high school in 2004. Dyeing her hair blonde to blend in, she unwittingly unleashes a demon tied to the parts of herself she’s trying to erase. Foreigner blends horror with heart, exploring the cost of assimilation and the haunting power of denied identity. ![]() After her mother’s death, Ana wants to sell her childhood home—until her mother’s ghost begins to intervene. A darkly playful, haunting story of legacy, family, and a will that refuses to stay buried. ![]() A routine evening at Zhongshan High spirals into horror when a swim team’s secrets surface. A chilling, suspenseful thriller of fear, mystery, and the darkness lurking beneath the surface. ![]() Sparks fly between a grounded Portland baker and a charming LA comedian — but once real life intervenes, chemistry alone may not be enough. Funny, tender, and disarmingly honest, this romance explores timing, vulnerability, and what it really means to choose each other. ![]() Shy Andres falls for Lorena, a young prostitute trapped under a controlling pimp. Their fragile, forbidden connection forces them to navigate love, loyalty, and survival in a world that refuses to forgive or forget. ![]() Burned out on dating apps, a hopeful single woman gives romance one last shot, only to find her latest match might be perfect in all the wrong ways. ![]() When a solar flare wipes every mind on Earth clean, Thalía wakes with no past, only a scar that hints at the child she’s lost. As new leaders seize power in the chaos, she races through a haunting new world to uncover the truth of who she was…and who she must become to survive. ![]() In a future where all memories are government-regulated commodities, special agent Elizeus Carrier investigates the assassination of the last person to witness the first recorded memory—the key to understanding humanity’s origins. ![]() A mind-bending sci-fi exploring Reality, Virtual Reality, and Memory. Avena, a bereaved mother, fights to rescue her grief-stricken husband from NeuraLife, a dominant virtual technology. As she unravels her family’s tragic past, she confronts isolation and discovers the true power of humanity. ![]() Ejected from a pioneering space station, pregnant Ursula navigates grief, exile, and survival in a stark futuristic world. Alongside Noah, she discovers the fragile beauty of human connection—even in the emptiness of space. ![]() Vivica A. Fox (Kill Bill, Independence Day), Claire Cavalheiro (Man Seeking Woman), and Daniel DeSanto (Mean Girls) star in this explosive and gritty crime thriller. After a heist goes horribly wrong, Clare takes a cosmetic surgery clinic hostage to save her brother, igniting a pulse-pounding chain of twists, desperate choices, and relentless suspense. A high-stakes story of loyalty, survival, and how far family will go when everything is on the line. ![]() A tense, gripping thriller in which Paul, a former military man confines his disobedient son Mark in a barrel and chains himself to a pole in an abandoned factory to teach him a lesson. The plan unravels when Mark drops the key down a pit, putting them both in peril. ![]() A taut thriller in which a young Delhi detective finds her investigation into a revered spiritual leader exposes a web of silence, loyalty, and fear. As truth collides with power, her pursuit becomes not just a case but a test of courage in a town determined to bury its own secrets. ![]() A remote cabin. A year-old crime. A group of coal miners whose secrets are more explosive than their rifles. When survival collides with suspicion, every shadow hides a story…and maybe a vendetta. ![]() An ex-military man experiencing unexplained blackouts struggles to save his marriage, only to discover the episodes are tied to trauma his mind is fighting to forget. A profound psychological thriller created entirely by one artist. ![]() Starring Andi Matichak (Halloween), Steven Strait (The Expanse), and Ashleigh Murray (The Other Black Girl), with special guest appearance by Matt Pinfield. Washed-up rock star Chris signs on to beta-test an AI assistant—only to find every keystroke under Serena’s watchful eye pushes him closer to unraveling. A tense, psychological thriller where technology becomes both ally and adversary. ![]() Her past is missing. Her present is unraveling. As Mia struggles to reconstruct a life she barely remembers, this taut thriller drags the audience into a relentless, mind-bending journey through guilt, rage, and the fragility of memory. ![]() Dane DeHaan (Kill Your Darlings), Sasha Calle (On Swift Horses), and Mamoudou Athie (Jurassic World: Dominion) star in this slick thriller about a tech-savvy thief pulled into a dangerous web of romance, deception, and high-stakes crime. A pulse-pounding ride where love may be the riskiest hack of all. ![]() Viewer’s Voice is a special competition on Cinejoy, where artists program the films and audiences watch and vote for their favorites.
The Finals take place February 12–18, with the Top 4 films winning prizes, including participation and screenings at the Cinequest Film Festival.
Winners will be announced and presented here on February 20. In the meantime, you can purchase tickets for any of the Viewer’s Voice films and enjoy the surprise of watching a film that both artists and audiences know you’ll love. ![]() Viewer’s Voice is a special competition on Cinejoy, where artists program the films and audiences watch and vote for their favorites.
The Finals take place February 12–18, with the Top 4 films winning prizes, including participation and screenings at the Cinequest Film Festival.
Winners will be announced and presented here on February 20. In the meantime, you can purchase tickets for any of the Viewer’s Voice films and enjoy the surprise of watching a film that both artists and audiences know you’ll love. ![]() Viewer’s Voice is a special competition on Cinejoy, where artists program the films and audiences watch and vote for their favorites.
The Finals take place February 12–18, with the Top 4 films winning prizes, including participation and screenings at the Cinequest Film Festival.
Winners will be announced and presented here on February 20. In the meantime, you can purchase tickets for any of the Viewer’s Voice films and enjoy the surprise of watching a film that both artists and audiences know you’ll love. ![]() Viewer’s Voice is a special competition on Cinejoy, where artists program the films and audiences watch and vote for their favorites.
The Finals take place February 12–18, with the Top 4 films winning prizes, including participation and screenings at the Cinequest Film Festival.
Winners will be announced and presented here on February 20. In the meantime, you can purchase tickets for any of the Viewer’s Voice films and enjoy the surprise of watching a film that both artists and audiences know you’ll love. ![]() A monumental achievement of silent cinema, Ben-Hur remains one of the most thrilling spectacles ever put on screen, featuring the legendary chariot race and newly restored color sequences. Vast, visceral, and unforgettable, this 1925 epic shines brightest when experienced live with Dennis James on the Mighty Wurlitzer. ![]() Steve Zahn has spent his career making us laugh, then quietly surprising us with
how deeply we care about the characters he brings to life. Mr. Zahn receives the
Maverick Spirit Award after the screening of She Dances ![]() Vivica A. Fox will receive the Maverick Spirit Award at the March 14th World Premiere of her new film, Plan C, followed by an extended conversation celebrating her work and her unshakable creative fire. ![]() Family isn’t always blood—and it’s rarely simple. These funny, moving shorts explore chosen families, unlikely bonds, and relationships built on love, survival, and sheer stubbornness. ![]() Home can be lost in a moment—or slowly slip away. These striking stories capture what it means to be uprooted, erased, or caught between worlds, told with urgency, empathy, and emotional power. ![]() Aliens, crimes, futures, fantasies—and everything in between. This high-energy genre mashup delivers bold ideas, wild visuals, and unforgettable twists across sci-fi, fantasy, thrillers, and animation. ![]() Animation without limits. From hand-drawn experiments to breathtaking visual journeys, these shorts showcase the boundless imagination and emotional depth animation can achieve. ![]() Laugh hard, laugh dark, laugh unexpectedly. This riotous collection of comedy shorts skewers society, history, and human behavior with sharp wit, big swings, and zero restraint. ![]() Real stories, real stakes, real emotion. These powerful documentaries take you inside lives and communities rarely seen on screen—intimate, eye-opening, and deeply human. ![]() Nothing here plays it safe. Strange, unsettling, provocative, and often hilarious, these shorts challenge expectations and linger long after the lights come up. ![]() Art meets cinema in this visually rich celebration of creativity. These shorts spotlight artists, performers, and makers—and the passion that drives them to create against all odds. ![]() Identity is never fixed—and neither are these films. Blending drama, comedy, and the unexpected, these shorts explore who we are, who we want to be, and how we change the world around us. ![]() Winning is never simple. These gripping shorts dive into ambition, obsession, and the cost of competing—where victory and defeat can be separated by a single moment. ![]() The future of filmmaking is already here. Bold, inventive, and emotionally rich, these student-made shorts showcase fearless storytelling across genres and styles. SHORTS PROGRAM 11A: STUDENT FILM SHOWCASE – PART ONE
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