Shorts Program 2
MAIN MAN
Directed By: John de Menil
Erwin is an international celebrity, Abe had a one hit wonder, they’ve both peaked, they’re both lost.
SUSANA
Directed By: Gerardo Coello Escalante, Amandine Thomas
A middle-aged American woman finds herself alone in Mexico City. When she encounters a group of young American tourists, she jumps at the opportunity for a little adventure.
TOO GOOD
Directed By: Meron Alon
In Too Good, a man who’s just died ( Lil Rel Howery) finds himself at the gates of heaven, where God (Jean Smart) asks him a series of pointed questions about his behavior on Earth. She’s trying to decide if he’s “good enough” to get in.
THE GIRL
Directed By: Mandy Kowalski
A young girl and mother travel a long way to their new home, only to discover the neighborhood is a bit rougher than they expected.
SAVERIO
Directed By: Ellen Ancui
In this “coming of aging” dramedy, Mae, an ambitious, Korean American influencer, finds an elderly, Mexican man abandoned in her car, and must choose between her own ambition and an unsupportive healthcare system, and unwittingly journeys toward a new destination.
THE RIDE
Directed By: Slava Denisov
A ’76 Plymouth Volare reflects on its journey, witnessing decades of human life and capturing moments of freedom, temptation, and redemption as it changes hands from one owner to the next.
ALOHA MEANS I LOVE YOU
Directed By: Katy Dore
Clara and Bertie have been friends for nearly 60 years, but when Clara wants to add a new man into the mix, Bertie’s devotion to her friend is tested.
Stick around after the credits for a special Q&A with the filmmakers and be sure to vote for the Audience Award!