2026 Official Selection: Short Film – Drama
New to the city, Marci battles a crippling fear while searching for answers from barista Kurt. As time runs out, she must find the courage to reveal the truth.
Screening date & tickets — to be announced
- Director(s): JOHN SCHWERT
- Writer(s): JOHN SCHWERT, CAMERAN BELLAMY
- Producer(s): JOHN SCHWERT, CAMERAN BELLAMY, ERIK MURPHY
- Key Cast: CAMERAN BELLAMY, KYLE RIGGS
- Editor(s): John Schwert
- Cinematographer(s): Erik Murphy
- Sound Designer(s): Ross Wissbaum
- Composer(s): Jason Hausman
Language: English
Runtime: 14m
Country: United States
Los Angeles Premiere
Synopsis: Marci’s arrival to a new city finds her facing a crippling fear that conflicts with her determination to fulfill a promise. She follows a handsome local barista named Kurt to his home and work in search of an answer to her pressing question. Marci’s opportunities, days, and courage dwindle as she holds out for the right moment, the right place, and the right sign. As time runs out, she must confront what brought her to Kurt and reveal the truth to him.
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