Dramatic Shorts: Talk to Me
Synopsis
From unforgettable chance encounters to complex lifelong relationships, these powerful films from visionary auteurs explore the depth of human connections, the transcendent nature of shared language, and the ways life’s twists and turns can strengthen — or challenge — those bonds. Featuring works by Adebukola Bodunrin, Don Josephus Raphael Eblahan, Tara Shehata, Rúnar Rúnarsson, and Alkis Papastathopoulos.
In We Are Not Alone (Canada, United States), a young Nigerian immigrant enlists the help of a stranger to communicate with an extraterrestrial vessel approaching Earth that promises to take her away from a lonely world. A man who lives in the forest may be the cause of a series of disasters plaguing a small village in Vox Humana (Philippines, United States, Singapore). Alone with You (Lewahdena) (Egypt) explores the weight of cultural expectations on an Egyptian couple in their thirties. A lonely man struggles to hide his alcohol addiction during an important reunion with an estranged loved one in O (Iceland, Sweden). And in Honeymoon (Greece, France, Cyprus), a road trip is troubled by transphobic violence against two best friends, and the fluctuating emotions between them.
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Animated Shorts: Major Developments
VariousBelgium, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Israel, Singapore, Switzerland, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States
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We Are Not Alone [short film]
Synopsis
A young Nigerian immigrant enlists the help of a stranger to communicate with an extraterrestrial vessel approaching Earth that may hold the promise of taking her away from a lonely world. With stunningly creative visuals, this beautiful sci-fi drama displays a deeply compassionate understanding of the unfulfilled promises and unexpected connections of the immigrant experience.
This film screens as part of the Dramatic Shorts: Talk To Me program.
Film Credits
- Mariel Neto
- Ezra Claytan Daniels
- Adebukola Bodunrin
- Adam Bial
- Tobi Omodehinde, Katie Malia
- Jeremiah Chiu, Marta Sofia Honer
- Adebukola Bodunrin
- https://www.adebukolabodunrin.com/we-are-not-alone
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Vox Humana [short film]
Synopsis
Speculation surrounds a man who lives in the forest. Some believe that he may be the cause of several recent natural disasters. A zoologist arrives to speak to him in hopes of reaching an understanding.
This film screens as part of the Dramatic Shorts: Talk To Me program.
Film Credits
- Hannah Schierbeek, Alemberg Ang, Tan Si En
- Don Josephus Raphael Eblahan
- Brandon Bunner
- Vincent Prochoroff
- Sasa Cabalquinto, Ymeiliza Tabora, Bruce Venida
- Maria BC
- Farhiya Ahmed
- Prima Materia Pictures, Daluyong Studios
- https://squareeyesfilm.com/shorts/vox-humana/
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You can’t get what you want but you can get me [short film]
Samira Elagoz, Z WalshNetherlands, Finland, Germany, United States
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Documentary Shorts: Near and Far
Synopsis
Using diverse methods of observation, animation, and essay, the filmmakers in this program showcase the flexibility of documentary form. Each zeroes in on a unique point of view, eliciting intimate first-person portraits about the broad spectrum of human experience and emotion. Featuring works by Haley Watson, Saurav Ghimire, Leo Berkeley, Samira Elagoz, Z Walsh, Ellie Land, and Assia Boundaoui.
Mary McGee shares stories from her life as the first American woman to race motorcycles in Motorcycle Mary (United States). In Songs of Love and Hate (Nepal, Belgium), the heartbroken host of a love advice radio show traverses the mountains, haunted by testimonies from his audience. Dark Matter (Australia) follows Leo Berkeley, a chronically ill Melbourne filmmaker, as he observes inner city apartment living and grapples with the nature of his existence. The first year of a love story between two long-haired trans men unfolds via messages and pics in You can’t get what you want but you can get me (Netherlands, Finland, Germany, United States). Plunge (United Kingdom) depicts a journey of mental health within the vast reaches of the ocean, where one woman finds peace in both her body and mind. In Estranged Letters (United States), Maryam Taghavi discusses her ideas and background as she prepares to open a solo exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago.
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Motorcycle Mary [short film]
Synopsis
Mary McGee’s bold life as America’s first woman motorcycle racer is told firsthand in this joyful documentary short. Watson’s restrained portrait allows Mary’s humor, grace, and determination to shine as she recounts major moments in her career.
This film screens as part of the Documentary Shorts: Near and Far program.
Film Credits
- Rachel Greenwald, Haley Watson
- Cody Wilson
- Haley Watson
- Mary McGee
- Katya Richardson
- Lewis Hamilton, Ben Proudfoot
- Breakwater Studios
- https://breakwaterstudios.com/
212 W Van Buren St., Suite 400
