BLUE DANCE, 9min., France Directed by Elya Randrianaivo A widow is torn between traumatic terrorist memories and her son’s needs of attention. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt29306931/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk https://instagram.com/lechoduntircourtmetrage Get to know the filmmaker: Exploring a space to lament without being consumed with sadness You can sign up for the 7 day free trial at www.wildsound.ca (available on your streaming services and APPS). There is a DAILY film festival to watch, plus a...

TARARUA S-K, 22min., New Zealand Directed by Andy Carruthers Have you ever wondered what it feels like to push your limits in the wild, facing the ultimate physical challenge? The Tararua SK Traverse is waiting for you. https://tararuask.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TararuaSK https://www.instagram.com/tararuask_film/ Get to know the filmmaker: I want to inspire people to go on an adventure ⛰️ You can sign up for the 7 day free trial at www.wildsound.ca (available on your streaming...

QUESTIONING THE WINDOW, 19min., Austria Directed by Vulpecula Collective In an intensive conversation in her old apartment in Vienna, the world-experienced artist Beta tries to take away young Gamma’s fears, among other things in connection with her native Burgenland-Croatian language – just as her mentor Alpha had once managed to do with her. But unlike Alpha, Beta doesn’t enjoy playing with her partner’s fears. Get to know filmmakers Valentina Himmelbauer, Myriam Angela, Tess Hermann...

Watch the Screenplay Reading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQ-DmtHBCeU Out of work actors in LA plan a robbery of a marijuana dispensary in the middle of Covid lockdown. Get to know the writer: The plot is a heist of a dispensary during the peak of Covid lockdown. But the story is about who is winning and losing in the modern American economy. In it, a couple young American males have lost faith in the late capitalist system. History tells us that when young males feel lost en masse,...

CRISIS, 6min,. USA Directed by Patrick Wei Set against the backdrop of a drought-stricken New York City, this gripping short film delves into the harsh realities faced by its residents as the government imposes a stringent water rationing measure, limiting each individual to just 1 gallon and 3 ounces of water daily. As tensions rise and survival instincts kick in, “Crisis” paints a harrowing picture of the potential consequences of our environmental actions and the lengths to which people...

THE SLATE, 8min., USA Directed by Katherine Connor Duff A struggling actress attempts to film a self tape. https://www.katherineconnorduff.com/ Get to know the filmmaker: This film was based on a domestic argument I found recorded on my self tape camera. I lost the argument, I lost the boyfriend, but I won Best Story at TOFFF! After finding said video, I thought it would make for a great short film, where reality is blurred à la cinéma vérité style of the new wave films of the 1960s. I...

AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER – SUKI & SOKKA, 4min., USA Directed by Jeoffrey TC Howe The lighthearted rivalry between Sokka and Suki unfolds as they engage in a friendly competition, showcasing their respective strengths and weaknesses. https://www.facebook.com/liveactionavatar https://instagram.com/officialjaynjay Get to know producer Jonathan Gallo: We are big fans of the Avatar the Last Airbender Series, and an actress reached out to our Youtube channel about collaborating on a short...

WHERE THE ROPE ENDS, 70min., USA Directed by Baylee Sinner In her relentless pursuit of happiness, Nichole found herself drawn to the exhilarating realm of canyoneering. Little did she know that this new daring interest would lead to a life-altering 60-foot fall, during which she would catch a glimpse of the happiness she was chasing. http://www.wheretheropeends.com/ http://www.facebook.com/wheretheropeends http://www.twitter.com/wtredocumentary https://instagram.com/wheretheropeends Get to...

THE FABULOUS MISADVENTURES OF PIZZA BOY, 18min,. USA Directed by Trevor Motes Pizza Boy is the town’s most popular and fun-loving Pizza Delivery Boy. After an encounter with a rude customer, a motivational speaker ad on TV motivates him to face his bullies. https://www.instagram.com/pizzaboymovie/ Get to know the filmmaker: In 2022, I began my final year at college/film school. I looked back at the previous 3 years of film school and felt unsatisfied with my experience. I wasn’t known for...

THORNWHIP EXPLORATIONS, 7min., USA Directed by Chase Korzep In this short comedy film, Australian wilderness expert, Max Thornwhip, takes on the perilous Australian bush with his trusty partner, John Simmons. With danger lurking behind every corner, will Max make it out alive? https://www.instagram.com/sadurnproductions Get to know Writer/Producer Michael Hooper: The idea for this film came when I was watching an Australian wilderness show, and someone got bit by a snake. I remembered that...

MITTI (Discovering Ikigai), 30min., Canada Directed by Sangita Iyer Mitti (Discovering Ikigai) is a story of young woman of colour in Canada who chose organic farming as her career choice. Through her story the film highlights the Japanese concept of Ikigai to inspire others, especially youth, to find their passion and purpose in life. The film also highlights environmental and sustainability challenges the world is facing and how ancient cultures considered Mother Earth with gratitude...

EARLY ADOPTER, 15min., USA Directed by Matt Szymanowski After a tech junkie’s addictive research into a new technology that probes the deepest realms of consciousness nearly kills her, her partner decides to do something drastic to prove just how fragile their relationship and life really is. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12937582/ https://www.instagram.com/mattszy Get to know the filmmaker: I was inspired by the question about whether the great answers of the universe are either outside of...

A DIFFERENTLY – CURATED WORLD, 2min., USA Directed by Kiersten White In this age of Black nostalgia, as we see the remake of classic Black sitcoms and the reimagining of Black excellence using the tools, fashion, entertainment, and mediums of yesteryear– we find that one particular community of Blacks is missing from the mainstream conversation, the LGBTQ+ community. Reimagine, with us, a Black and Queer utopia– through the eyes of Black America’s most famous coming-of-age sitcom. Get to...

CONTENTMENT, 6min., New Zealand Directed by Judie Alice Zhang A young girl and passionate artist tries her very best to impress with her work. Her quirky and heartwarming journey centres around the theme of self-love. https://www.instagram.com/judiezhangx Get to know the filmmaker: Definitely the message behind it. It’s something that I believe a lot of us struggle with sometimes, including myself. The idea initially stemmed from an abstract poem I wrote for school, also revolving around...

Watch the Screenplay Reading: https://www.wildsound.ca/videos/the-rains-of-castamere The iconic GAME OF THRONES ‘Red Wedding’ episode in the style of PARKS AND RECREATION:
While a recently divorced wedding planner attempts to engineer the perfect day, a self-conscious groom tries desperately to discover who he is marrying, all while the realm’s most famous conflict mediator strives to secure a peaceful outcome between the Starks and Freys. Get to know the writer: This script is an...

JOI, 3min., USA Directed by Caleb Viti, Alan Yammin JOI is a showcase of unique collections portrayed by three diverse fashion designers. It combines film and fashion industry together and reveals artistic expressions of each designer. Emphasizing various mediums such as politics, escape from reality and animal extinction. It is organized around musical composition, visual and editorial storytelling, setting the pace and atmosphere of each collection. It is a fashion film that reminds us of...

OCD, 1min,. Canada Directed by Madonna Gonzalez “Amanda, a girl with a debilitating “tick” fights to survive the war raging within her terrifying psyche – all while stuck sitting in a Psych 101 lecture. https://www.imdb.me/micahkelpin https://www.instagram.com/iammicahkelpin/ Get to know Kallie Hu Writer & Story Creator: The film is based on a true story that is very close to me and my family. It’s meant to be a raw look at the reality of its namesake, attempting to demystify the...

FOR PETE'S SAKE, 9min., Canada Directed by Max Sun, Massimo Russo Based on a true story, For Pete’s Sake is a coming-of-age drama about a boy (LEE) who struggles to defeat his father in an arm wrestling match as he grows up. But when LEE finally achieves victory over his father, he realizes the bittersweet reality of his father’s dismissing strength and time's inevitability. You can sign up for the 7 day free trial at www.wildsound.ca (available on your streaming services and APPS). There is...

BONDING, 13min., USA Directed by Luke Rex A solitary figure at an empty bar, CIA clinical and forensic psychologist, Dr. John Flemington, is planning to visit his girlfriend in Mexico when he is pressured by mysterious underground operatives to join them on a secret mission. He really doesn’t have a...

“DON’T STARE, SEE ME”, 5min., USA Directed by Steven SpeliotisNaomi was born with a facial difference,and growing up she fell victim to the bullying ofher peers because she looked different. Get to know the filmmaker: I asked a client who works with individuals with craniofacial issues If she knew anyone that would have a strong story to tell… She introduced me to Naomi and Aaliyah who were both born with Craniofacial issues.. and Naomi was a make up artist / photographer; And doing photo...

A powerful documentary about a father and the resilience of his daughter Christine Ortoll as she confronts mental illness, addiction, and the transformative power of support. Through her personal journals and the unwavering dedication of her loved ones, witness a journey of hope and the creation of a meaningful legacy by her father. Interview with Christine’s father and producer Michael Ortoll, & director Tim Searfoss https://www.onesecondatatime.com/ Director Statement This is a film...

THE ADULTS ARE TALKING, 9min., USA Directed by Xuepei Hou Alex is a young graduate who is struggling to balance her life. She pretends to have it all together and breaks down all of a sudden when her mom tells her the secret she has been hiding for a year. Get to know the filmmaker: This is a semi-autobiographical story that happened between me and my mom years ago. It is the first time facing the fear of losing someone that close and the fact that she held that secret from me set off a...