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This lineup features short films from up-and-coming student filmmakers, full of fresh ideas and creative storytelling. It’s the perfect chance to catch some exciting new talent and see what the next generation of filmmakers is all about.
Screening Schedule
- It’s Alive! PSA Directed by Anvi Dayal
- OUTLAST Directed by Connor Nagel
- Snow Angel Directed by Liam Jeanson
- Car Problems Directed by Drew Hooks
- Los Ayeres de Hoy Directed by Emilia Pérez Rocha Santos
- Nesting Doll Directed by Brian A. Chander
- Woman of the Stars Directed by Rik van Hoorn
- Kabuk Directed by Nepal Arslan
Host Izabella Soto
Izabella Soto is a Visual Arts – Media student at UC San Diego, passionate about exploring storytelling through various mediums. Alongside her studies, she is also an actress. Izabella combines her creative talents with a keen eye for visual expression, striving to make a mark in the world of media and performance.
Host Cleo Coverdale
In this program
It’s Alive! PSA
Directed by Anvi Dayal
A PSA to bring awareness to the harmful chemicals that are in Fast Food
OUTLAST
Directed by Connor Nagel
Along the border of California and Arizona, two outlaws from rival gangs, Justice Clemmons and Debb Doolin, wake up amidst signs of a shootout, the sole survivors of a wagon robbery massacre. Tensions rise as they confront each other and grapple over the loot. Debb ties up Justice, but they ultimately decide to work together to survive the threat of a mysterious beast, The Wendigo, which is revealed to be responsible for the carnage from the night before. As they traverse the harsh terrain, their past grievances and motivations are revealed. Justice admits guilt for betraying Debb and her brother, leading to a deeper understanding between them. However, Justice begins to experience hallucinations, hinting at a darker fate. Taking advantage of a moment of weakness, Justice overpowers Debb and sacrifices himself in a showdown with The Wendigo, using dynamite to vanquish it. Debb, now alone with the money, sets off into an uncertain future, hoping for a fresh start.
Snow Angel
Directed by Liam Jeanson
In a snow-covered graveyard, a man wrought with guilt has a disturbing encounter while mourning the death of his little sister.
Car Problems
Directed by Drew Hooks
A young woman living in her car runs into trouble with the police. She must move her car or lose the only shelter she has.
Los Ayeres de Hoy
Directed by Emilia Pérez Rocha Santos
When a failing high school student is asked to go to his professor’s office hours, he ends up traveling back in time to experience all the hardships Chicanos endured.
Nesting Doll
Directed by Brian A. Chander
A married couple, grieving over the loss of their daughter, seek closure in a young woman her age.
Woman of the Stars
Directed by Rik van Hoorn
An astronaut runs into some technical trouble while completing a mission orbiting Earth.
Kabuk
Directed by Nepal Arslan
A young man fights for inner peace whilst searching for the relic of his late parents.
