In 1968, Inês a homossexual 18 year old girl, seeks her emancipation through the student movement when she is forbidden from attending law school.

Beneath the Light is about a silk scarf flowing and dancing through her magical world while she attempts to flee from evil spirits represented as dark clouds. The film is animated under camera with acrylic paint on canvas and the figures are choreographed to a dramatic Mozart piece.

We enter the inner thoughts of Aaliyah Petra, a young black dancer fighting to withstand the immense pressure of being her family's and community's "Moneybaby." Aaliyah battles through the overwhelming pressure to succeed, and comes to discover her own resilience and the true meaning of Black Excellence.

A wounded romantic hunts for the author of a mysterious, “perfect” playlist he believes was made by his soulmate. But only because a medically licensed witch told him so.

Synopsis: Ed didn’t just get dumped, per se—but he did encounter a “relationship upheaval.” And that break-up didn’t leave him with crippling depression, necessarily—he’s just not “emotionally thriving.” His hunt for a cure leads him to the office of The Ketamine Oracle: an alternative therapist-slash-modern-day-myth who just might be addicted to some substances herself.

Her drug-fueled visions reveal two things: that a) Ed fell for his ex-boyfriend Joseph when he heard the “perfect playlist” Joseph played on their first date, and b) that said ex-boyfriend did not, in fact, make said playlist. Instantly reinvigorated, Ed launches a search for the true author of the playlist, and the soul mate that awaits him.

Threatened with a takeover of his land, a retired farmer plans to give his son the title to his land. But when his easy-money loving son gets entangled in a bitcoin scam, he must learn to think beyond the confines of tradition.

Inspired by some of the stories I have heard from female flying trapeze artists working in traditional circus, She Flies Asunder showcases the dichotomy between the strong, powerful women who fly on the trapeze and the toxic environment that is created within the team.

A deaf boy falls in love with a blind girl. Now he must find a way to communicate as he discovers the world that surrounds her.

A middle-aged mother navigates life’s challenges, coming to a powerful realization: the noise that told her she wasn't good enough was wrong, fueling her through an exercise in finding her voice - a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of self-belief.

Academy Award-nominee Abigail Breslin presents:
As Easy As Closing Your Eyes.

The story of a grieving mother who battles her addiction to a black-market drug that gives her life-like dreams about the son she lost.

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Turning Blue is a film about the final hours of the life of 75-year-old Clara. Her nurse, Val must break the news to her daughter Violet that Clara's feet are turning blue, a sign that she is transitioning towards death.  Based on a true story.

A birthday party preparation is thrown into chaos by an awful event.

A Jewish couple flee 1940's Russia.

In the docu-short One Story at a Time, Celeste Lecesne candidly shares how he not only escaped the confines of homophobia but combatted it by finding the courage to share his truth with the world. In a seemingly fateful chain of events, an off-broadway solo-show becomes an Academy Award-winning film that ultimately inspires The Trevor Project, the largest suicide prevention lifeline for LGBTQIA+ youth. Now, 25 years later, countless lives have been saved, and Celeste stays the course, inspiring the next generation to have the bravery to claim their truth and continue to change the world, one story at a time.

Logline: ORANGE tells the recovery story of Lucas, a young firefighter who lost the ability to speak in a pyrotechnic accident.

Synopsis: While supervising fireworks, a young firefighter living in New York City suffers an accident that severely damages his jaw and costs him the ability to speak. He is sent to the south of France for treatment from a retired physiotherapist. Together, they explore alternative ways for the young man to express himself.

ORANGE is a 17-minute proof of concept short film inspired by the true life experiences of the fifth person in the world to undergo a successful facial graft in 2009 and is a testament to the healing power of creativity, family and brotherhood.

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Every February 2nd, the day of Candlemas, the LGBT community of Naples and nearby cities makes a pilgrimage to the Montevergine Abbey, to pay their respects to the Virgin Mary, locally called Mamma Schiavona (The slave mother). In the chapel where her icon resides, the femminielli, neither male nor female, are led by the songs of the performer and shaman, Marcello Colasurdo.

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ITA:

Ogni 2 febbraio, il giorno della Candelora, la comunità LGBT campana compie un pellegrinaggio all’abbazia di Montevergine per omaggiare la Madonna, confidenzialmente detta Mamma Schiavona. Nella cappella che ne conserva l'icona, si riuniscono i femminielli, definibili per negazione né maschi né femmine, guidati dai canti di Marcello Colasurdo, artista e sciamano.

On his first day in rehab, a young gay songwriter struggling with meth addiction reveals a shocking truth: he's a prophet destined to save NYC from Judgment Day.

Deep in the forest, a witch searches for her lost frog. She trips and falls, sending a rogue magic blast from her wand. The blast hits a little rock, which shakes before coming to life! Gasping for air, Rock is terrified of her own existence. A frog appears behind Rock, explaining that she has become “alive”. Seeing her distress, Frog offers to be Rock’s first friend. Frog carries Rock off into the forest for their first adventure, narrowly escaping Witch.

Frog teaches Rock how to walk, shows her the world, and teaches her about different sounds. Frog even takes her cliff jumping, though Rock nearly sinks and drowns. Luckily, Frog catches her and they sunbathe on a lillypad. Enjoying the warmth of the sun, Rock begins to appreciate life. Frog offers Rock a tasty mushroom, which unfortunately causes Rock to have some terrifying visions.

The sun sets as the two end their big day, and Rock is still shaken up from the mushroom. Frog tells her to watch the sunset, and explains that tomorrow is a new day. Rock realizes that they will have to do everything again and again, and feels overwhelmed. Suddenly, Witch appears and Frog quickly leaps into a log. Rock drops to her knees and begs Witch to turn her back into a normal rock. Witch agrees, only under the condition that Rock will hand over Frog. Witch points her wand at Frog, ready to kill her. Bracing herself, Rock launches herself at Witch, snatching her wand and snapping it in half! Witch screams and explodes out of existence. Frog hops over to Rock, worriedly telling her she can’t be a rock anymore. Rock smiles and hugs Frog, saying “maybe I’m not a rock, I think I’m a friend.”

This medieval action short film takes you into a ruthless game...

In our near future, the powerful AI system
“Max” plays an integral part of society.
Humans get a brain implant at birth, with a
personal assistant to guide them through
life. This assistant makes sure that everyone
stays content with what they have, and what
they get - and most importantly - that
everyone stays in their place.
It keeps order, but not everyone can be
contained. John is a trouble minded office
worker that can’t escape the feeling that
something is wrong with his life situation.
The claustrophobic sensation of never being
able to be alone - not even in your own
thoughts - drives him to the point of a
mental breakdown. But, fortunately, Max is
there to help..

Fereshte a girl who dreamed of singing but her dreams ended when the Taliban came but....

Logline:
A 15-year-old Rapa-Nui boy finds in an ancient holler the strength to confront his father's harshness and pursue his calling from the voices of the sea.

Synopis:
Marahoro is a of 15-year-old Rapa Nui young boy who has a rough time balancing his father’s wishes for him to become a Rapa Nui folk artist and his own calling from the voices of the sea. The spirited young boy will find in an ancient Rapa Nui holler the strength to challenge his father’s harshness, showing him that his son can find his own place in the world and honor his culture in his own way.

With dialogues spoken both in Spanish and Rapa Nui, the film explores the clashes between tradition and modernity through a father and son relationship, while depicting the richness and color of everyday life in remote Easter Island.

"Mia San Mia" is an emotional film that provides insight into the challenges faced by children with special needs and their parents behind closed doors. The main story follows the life of one family and their struggle with their child's illness. Mia, a six-year-old girl, has been diagnosed with 100% disability, and her parents face an uncertain future on a daily basis. The film portrays their courage and unwavering perspective on life as they confront financial problems, isolation, and constant concern for their child's health.

The film explores the nuances of modern gay dating and highlights the diverse experiences within our community. It's about encouraging deeper connections and understanding that romance can be more fulfilling when it’s not rushed.

Ramon Riera is taking a well-deserved bath when his cell phone suddenly rings. On the other side of the line is Clara, a girl who insistently tries to sell him a life insurance.

Kader was a 12-year-old girl who dreamed of becoming a teacher. She excelled in school and loved spending time on the swing in their yard, dreaming about her future. One day, her sister died during childbirth. Desperate, Kader’s father decided to marry Kader off to her late sister’s husband. Kader was devastated. She wanted to study and become a teacher, not get married. Despite her protests, nothing changed. Feeling helpless and hopeless, Kader went to her beloved swing one last time. Overwhelmed by despair, she hanged herself there. Kader’s tragic death highlighted the devastating impact of forced child marriage and family pressure, leaving a profound lesson for her community.