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Accidental Athlete [short film]
Synopsis
In Accidental Athlete, Paulette Jones Morant recounts her athletic journey at the University of Virginia in the 1970s. This doc short is a recent entry in the Black Fire series co-created by filmmaker Kevin Jerome Everson and historian Claudrena N. Harold with students and alumni of the University of Virginia. Using re-enactment, first person accounts, and contemporary modes of performance, the series creatively mixes elements of the past and present to celebrate those who worked for racial equality at the university.
This film screens as part of the Shorts 4: Documentary – In Motion program.
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Synopsis
An Iranian immigrant enlists his son’s help to negotiate with his landlord with both disastrous and humorous results. Anchored by strong performances and some dizzying camerawork, Baba reflects the urgency and annoyance of helping a reckless family member.
This film screens as part of the Shorts 5: Drama – Breaking Points program.
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The Breakthrough [short film]
Synopsis
A surprise interruption during a fruitless therapy session brings a married couple closer than they thought possible. Starring Ben Sinclair of High Maintenance and Greta Lee of Russian Doll and The Morning Show, this dark comedic short revolves around relatable relationship troubles recognizable to anyone with a long-term partner.
This film screens as part of the Shorts 6: Comedy – Awkward Laughs program.
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Variations on a Theme [short film]
Synopsis
A couple starts literally splitting into multiple versions of themselves in this low-fi sci-fi comedy. As the house fills with variant versions of themselves, the couple puzzle over what to do.
This film screens as part of the Shorts 6: Comedy – Awkward Laughs program.
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