S A T U R D A Y
Feb 10th, 2018
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The Heritage Room
6516 Washington St. SCREENING BLOCK 6 11:00am - A Conversation Away Drama Uncovering the truth hidden within a conversation begins with the first word spoken. These films offer touching insight in the way that each of us communicate and how our lives connect with each other. Gema
(12 mins, USA) Kenrick Prince After an emotional day with her family, Gema comes home to face meeting her fiancé's parents for the first time, forcing an emotional confrontation filled with hidden revelations. Half Smile (8 min, USA) Owen Royce A seemingly casual trip to the dump sparks a bond between two strangers as they reminisce on the memories neither can seem to dispose of. Speak (16 mins, USA) Laura Seay The story of a girl haunted by old traumas that threaten her ability to connect with even the most sincere suitor. Mr. & Mrs. Kim (15 mins, USA) Jaehuen Chung Joshua Kim makes up a glamorous story about his parents, but then discovers that their real story is truly something to be proud of. Pickle (21 mins, USA) Grant Moore After accidentally freezing the family dog, Oscar attempts to make good with his soon-to-be stepson by driving the pet’s ashes across the country. Head Wound (14 mins, USA) Patrick Valenti While the outside world sees a put-together office worker with a normal life, Bridgett engages in self-harm and with her boyfriend, Jason, must suffer the strain on their relationship in the privacy of their home. |
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6526 Yount St. SCREENING BLOCK 7 11:15am - Hard DOCs Life Documentary Bringing an audience into a world, new, different or unaccessible is the hallmark of a great documentary, please enjoy this brilliant selection documentary short films. Land of the Wind
(18 mins, UK) Laura Belinky Patagonia; further South than most people ever dare to venture there's a land of endless distance and beauty. Fine-art photographer Eliseo Miciu explores this mythical place, and also learns a bit more about himself. The Canoe (27 mins, Canada) Goh Iromoto “If it is love that binds people to places in this nation of rivers and in this river of nations then one enduring expression of that simple truth, is surely the canoe.” This is the story of five paddlers as they travel across the province of Ontario, Canada. The Edge of Impossible (14 mins, USA) Conor Toumarkine Showcasing the unlimited potential of the human spirit and friendship, The Edge Of Impossible follows athlete Tony Schmiesing’s journey to become the first quadriplegic to heli-ski the backcountry of the Chugach Mountain Range in Alaska; the Mecca of the extreme freeskiing world. Washed Away (16 min, USA) Dana Nachman A man suffering from chronic pain races to create intricate sand mosaic masterpieces on the beach before the tides inevitably wash it all way. |
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6481 Washington St. SCREENING BLOCK 8 11:30am - Life Interrupted World Cinema, Drama Discover plans gone awry and a look into life’s foibles, unexpected and dramatic. Love Examined
(9 mins, USA) Alexander Vesely Clark's anger has begun to affect his relationship with Lauren. Now she needs answers, even if Clark doesn't want to talk about his new bruises. Don’t Think About It (12 mins, USA) Niv Klainer Ron and Casey are expecting a child, but things get out of hand when they both try to protect each other from an inevitable break-up. Halim (30 mins, Austria) Werner Fielder A young, shy boy befriends a quirky delightful refugee named Halim. Love, Song (17 mins, USA) Qingge Gao When your brother is not your brother, but still grows up as part of your family, does that really change how your heart feels? Jessica (11 min, USA) Jessica Kingdon A young, bubbly cleaner finds herself left unattended in a house that is not hers. If the dress fits… Small Steps (15 mins, UK) Philip Staal After a young woman suffers a miscarriage, she tries to continue her day as if nothing had happened. |
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6516 Washington St. SCREENING BLOCK 9 3:00pm - The Road Less Travelled Drama, World Cinema The “Road Movie” a cinematic staple going back to Hope & Crosby, these offerings deliver a new take on stories best told from where else? The road. Zoe
(11 mins, USA) Thomas Wood A low-rent hitwoman with a gift for stand-up comedy must use her special talents to get her out of a dangerous situation, like her life depends on it. Split Ticket (20 mins, USA) Alfred Thomas Catalfo In 1947, newly-minted congressmen/future presidents John F. Kennedy, age 29, and Richard Nixon, age 34, travel to Pennsylvania where they must make a fateful decision. A supernatural drama based on true events. The Road Between (20 mins, USA) Brett Sorem In a barren desert, Eli finds an unconscious girl, a malevolent stranger, and the will to survive. Heath Takes a Trip (24mins, USA) Ted James When a famous writer suffers a breakdown, a willing stranger takes him on a road trip. What’s In The Box (6 mins, USA) Ross Ferguson Best friends Maddie and Jessica are driving through the Mojave Desert on a mission. We don't know where they are headed or for what purpose but tensions sky rocket when they realize they have to deal with what's in the trunk of the car sooner than they had planned. |
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6526 Yount St. SCREENING BLOCK 10 3:00pm - The Ink & Paint Club Animation for Adults From hand drawn to CG, stop-motion animation to 3D environments, animation delivers storytelling as art and these breathtaking animated shorts deliver so much more than meets the eye. The Gurgle
(5 min, USA) Paul Huenemann A man waits for a bus. Little does he know, there’s something else waiting for him… Coin Operated (5 mins, USA) Nicholas Arioli A story that spans 70 years in the life of one naive explorer. Stars (5 min, USA) Han Zhang A grandpa and grandson sell stars on the street together. One night, they run out of stars. Vows (5 min, USA) Mark McKinsey Preparing for one of the biggest days of his life, Carl finds himself reminded of the past and the deep sadness which could plague this joyful day. Will their love be enough? Roadside Assistance (5 min, USA) Kathy McNeal The life of a girl in a car accident is left up to the unlikeliest of heroes: her dashboard bobble head. Borrowed Time (7 mins, USA) Lou Hamou-Lhadj, Andrew Coats A weathered Sheriff returns to the remains of an accident he has spent a lifetime trying to forget. With each step forward, the memories come flooding back. Faced with his mistake once again, he must find the strength to carry on. Weekends (15 mins, USA) Trevor Jimenez The story of a young boy shuffling between the homes of his recently divorced parents. Surreal dream like moments mix with the domestic realities of a broken up family in this hand animated film set in 1980's Toronto. Le Gouffre' (The Gulf) (11 min, Canada) Carl Beauchemin Two travelers undertake the construction of a gigantic bridge in order to cross a gulf blocking their way, inspiring with their courage and determination a rural community living nearby. Revelation: The City of Haze (14 mins, China) Mao Qichao In a dystopian future, a young child must face danger and destruction in a city where hope and dissent are brutally extinguished, and where lives are worthless to the oppressors. Mia (9 min, Poland) Wouter Bongaerts 7-year-old Mia tries to liberate her overworked mother from the clutches of an overpopulated metropolis. In her quest, she unlocks the hidden secrets that make the world turn. In A Nutshell (6 mins, Switzerland) Fabio Friedli From a seed to war, from meat to love, from indifference to apocalypse. An attempt to capture the world in a nutshell. First Bloom (5 min, China) Tingting Liu Tells the story of the budding love between a eunuch servant and a princess in ancient China. Crafted as a traditional Asian-styled watercolor painting brought to life, frame by frame through digital animation. Don’t Think of a Pink Elephant (7 min, UK) Suraya Raja Enter the world of a teenage girl fighting daily against compulsive thoughts and urges. Layla is terrified by her potential to do harm, until she is challenged to face her darkest fears. Scent of Geranium (5 min, USA) Naghmeh Farzaneh Immigration is a new chapter in one's life, a chapter with unexpected events that can take one's life down paths different from the one imagined. |
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6481 Washington St. SCREENING BLOCK 11 - VIP EVENT Musically Inclined VIP Tasting: 2:45pm Screening Time: 3:30pm Drama, Comedy, Music With a tune in your heart, enjoy this CABERNET CINEMA event with films that feature music as part of their essential core, delivering a symphonic cacophony of filmmaking excellence. *Must be 21 or over to attend. Getting There
(16 mins, USA) Brendan Post A disillusioned musician struggles to understand the meaning of his life and his music. A vibrant, musical consideration of a young artist's struggle to collaborate and keep things in perspective. Just Wanna Say I Love You (30 mins, South Korea) Min Kyungwon Seoyoung opens a new cafe with her best friend, but when her friend leaves for Australia, she just goes through the motions until he walks in. Is it love at first sight? It is meant to be or is she just dreaming? Chicago Toccata & Fugue (2 min, UK) Geoff Tompkinson A city of Chicago becomes a light show in this captivating timelapse set to the music of Johann Sebastian Bach. Love Notes (17 mins, Australia) Leo Baker Love Notes is a story of love and optimism, brought together through the connection of music. When Spencer hears a violin that assists him in the realization of a new composition, he must find the person that helped him and meet face to face. L.A. Fadeaway (19 mins, USA) Meg Sutton A young female musician in 1977 Los Angeles struggles to find her voice in an industry full of sellouts. |
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6516 Washington St. SCREENING BLOCK 12 7:00pm - The World Beyond Science Fiction / Fantasy From the edge of space to a place both familiar and unreal, these sci-fi selections are sure to deliver you into the furthest reaches of the world beyond. The Rat’s Dilemma (10 mins,Israel) Naor Meningher In the Holocaust, a gifted Jewish physicist is forced to build a teleporter for the Nazis, but when he tells his Nazi supervisor that the machine doesn’t work yet, they suspect subterfuge. The Ningyo (27 mins, USA) Miguel Ortega Professor Marlowe decides to risk everything and go after the Ningyo (a mythical Japanese creature), on his own terms in the hopes of bringing to light what could be one of the greatest contributions to science and the understanding of the world. Icarus (20 mins, USA) Tom Teller When a comm satellite around Mars is damaged, Emilia Riley embarks on a seemingly harmless repair excursion. A shuttle malfunction cuts connectivity to the ground and Chris, her son, makes the knee jerk decision to go after her. FTL (16 mins, Canada) Adam Stern While testing the first faster-than-light spacecraft, a lone astronaut travels farther than he imagined possible. Gear (8 mins, USA) Joe Ksander A young girl flees the city with the help of her only ally -- an old broken down construction robot. Green Light (16 mins, South Korea) Seongmin Kim With the ecosystem destroyed after a nuclear war, Mari, a survivor, does all she can to rebuild. When she stumbles upon a robot soldier in an abandoned city, everything changes. |
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6526 Yount St. SCREENING BLOCK 13 SPECIAL PRESENTATION 6:30pm - Jessup Cellars Wine Pairing Join us as Jessup Cellars presents four wines selected especially for this screening event, each paired with short films for your viewing and tasting pleasure. Highly recommended. *Must be 21 or over to attend. Yoga for Salvador (15 mins, USA) Stefan Hajek A prodigal sister returns home to her home in the San Juan Islands, desiring to sell an old family heirloom,but first, she must win the artwork by defeating her free-spirited sister in the way they have since they were children - a yoga battle. Spice Sisters (15 mins, Australia) Sheila Jayadev Determined to break the monotony of her life in suburbia, a former Bollywood star sets her sights on winning a place on a popular reality cooking show. Heath Takes a Trip (24mins, USA) Ted James When a famous writer suffers a breakdown, a willing stranger takes him on a road trip. North & Nowhere (12 mins, USA) Scott Ballard A girl, a gun and a last chance. |
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6481 Washington St. SCREENING BLOCK 14 7:30pm - World Cinema 2 World Cinema We are proud to present our second selection of World Cinema films to delight and entertain. Brilliant stories from across the globe, true World Class Short Films. The Last 2 Days (25 min, Bulgaria) Dimitris Georgiev This story follow the last two days of a wealthy Bulgarian family. The Cherry Tree (27 min, France) Matthieu Boivineau Through the four seasons, a majestic cherry tree changes, along with this family. Like a poem about passing time and an ode to nature, a reflection on our changing identities ... Dem Dem! (26 mins, Senegal) Pape Bouname Lopy When Matar, a Senegalese fisherman reels in a Belgian passport he decides to put it to good use. Motel (15 mins, New Zealand) Lauren Porteous A lonely rural motelier befriends one of her guests. For one night, the lives of someone who can't move, and another who can't stop, intersect. |