Category: 2021 Official Selections

2021 Official Selection: Short Film – Horror

Detective Frank Ramirez is in it up to his neck. First he loses his partner in a nightmare bust gone wrong, and now he has to explain to Internal Affairs otherworldly events that occurred and how Joseph Crist died… and why they all might be next. This tale explores what we choose to see versus what the reality actually is.

Director(s): Renetta G. Amador
Writer(s): Cliff Smith
Producer(s): Renetta G. Amador, Liz Golko, Julia Franklin, Cliff Smith
Key Cast: James Michael Tyler, Hana Mae Lee, Rhett Lindsey, Josh Lopes

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2021 Official Selection: Feature Film – Drama

Jamie works as a wood processor where stripping the environment means stripping your soul.

Director(s): Taylor Olson
Writer(s): Taylor Olson
Producer(s): Melani Wood
Key Cast: Taylor Olson, Amy Groening, Sam Vigneault, Ursula Calder

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2021 Official Selection: Feature Film – Documentary

Countdown to Year Zero hones in on an unprecedented global disaster that is rapidly unfolding. If we don’t take meaningful action on climate change now we may soon reach a point of no return. This film offers a specific solution to reverse climate change that centers around the daily choices everyone makes. Be inspired by world renowned social media influencers, activists and celebrities! Learn what others are doing and how, together, we have the power to heal our planet.

Director(s): Jane Velez-Mitchell
Videographer/Editor: Jeff Adams
Producer(s): Jane Velez-Mitchell
Key Cast: James Cromwell, Alicia Silverstone, Jane Velez-Mitchell, Jane Goodall, Moby, Capt Paul Franklin Watson, Earthling Ed, Edita Birnkrant

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2021 Official Selection: Short Film – Drama

A story that sheds light on the issue of domestic violence as it follows a young couple who deal with the tragedy of losing their child and each find different ways to cope.

Director(s): Danielle Stritmatter
Writer(s): Danielle Stritmatter
Producer(s): Danielle Stritmatter, Jill Awbrey
Cast: Danielle Stritmatter, Anthony Stanley, Laura Eletel, Ashlee McLemore

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2021 Official Selection: Feature Film – Drama

In a global pandemic, chronically ill Beth is forced to confront her personal demons in quarantine… that process is interrupted and enriched when she answers a random video call from a mysterious man and an unlikely romance opens up a new cosmic world as they find their footing utilizing astral projection amid growing uncertainties.

Director(s): Kathryne Isabelle Easton
Writer(s): Kathryne Isabelle Easton
Producer(s): Kathryne Isabelle Easton, Matt Fore
Cast: Kathryne Isabelle Easton, Anthony Goes, Maiya Reaves, Jack Herholdt

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2021 Official Selection: Short Film – Drama

A couple struggles to survive in a post-apocalyptic world.

Director(s): Stephen Ohl
Writer(s): Stephen Ohl
Producer(s): Stephen Ohl
Cast: Stephen Ohl, Anne Newton

World Premiere!

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2021 Official Selection: Short Film – Comedy

Plagued by his desperately funny act-outs when nervous, sweet-hearted Jeff finds himself as a total fool on a much anticipated day.

Director(s): Michaela Myers
Writer(s): Jon Ebeling
Producer(s): Michaela Myers, Jon Ebeling
Cast: Jon Ebeling, Kirstin Leigh, Michaela Myers

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2021 Official Selection: Short Film – Comedy

Peggy opens her door to find Lou, her cat she gave away 12 years ago, looking for answers.

Director(s): Karina Wolfe
Writer(s): Karina Wolfe
Producer(s): Karina Wolfe, Andrew Fairbank, Micheala Myers
Cast: Karina Wolfe, William Knight

World Premiere!

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2021 Official Selection: Short Film – Drama

Collin is a 9 year old boy living a typical American childhood until his life is forever changed by an increasingly common act of violence against a family member. His story further adds to the national dialogue on racial profiling and discrimination.

Director(s): Ryan Alan Petti
Writer(s): Ryan Alan Petti
Producer(s): Ryan Alan Petti, Tania Faruque
Cast: Elohim NycaLove, Amani Atkinson, Nicole Gutteriez

Los Angeles Premiere!

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2021 Official Selection: Short Film – Arthouse/Experimental

Increasingly disturbing flashbacks haunt a grieving girl who struggles to navigate her own pain in a desperate attempt to free herself from the trauma that has taken over her life.

Director(s): Vitória Vasconcellos
Writer(s): Vitória Vasconcellos
Producer(s): Vitória Vasconcellos, Erik He, Billy Gould, Hannah Kreiswirth, Vasilisa Beloken
Cast: Vitória Vasconcellos, Jenna Herz, Santiago Gavidia

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