I Am Los Angeles

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    Documentary Helki Frantzen & Thomas Torres Cordova

    L.A. Roll

    In the face of a changing Los Angeles, a crew of dance roller skaters reflects on the closure of their beloved hometown roller rink and seeks out a new space despite adversity and setbacks.

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    Comedy Ian Samuels

    Myrna the Monster

    A heartbroken alien dreamer from the moon transitions into young adult life in Los Angeles like any other 20-something.

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    Drama Guy Lichtenstein

    Am Sand (Break Point)

    Late at night, Alex (17) and his father Erich (50) are having a game at a tennis court, during which Alex tries to bring up his father's failing business and unintentionally hits a nerve. Erich reacts with aggression.

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    The Future of Animation | SOTW Awards 2013

    SOTW Awards 2013 Animation winners discuss the future of the animation industry—their experiences and their thoughts on how shorts are leading the charge for innovation.

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    Documentary Chad Howitt

    Welcome to The Last Bookstore

    Meet Josh Spencer, the inspirational force behind "The Last Bookstore", who has faith that a huge brick and mortar bookstore can survive in the heart of Los Angeles.

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    Documentary Vincent DeLuca

    Mile 19

    Some people run for exercise and others for competition, but Johnnie Jameson runs to heal. A story about one man's legacy as he attempts to run in his record 30th race in the Los Angeles Marathon.

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    Drama Grant Hyun
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    Koreatown

    At a discreet host bar in Los Angeles, Kyeong uses his talent and charm to create the illusion of love for the women who hire him. When a new client pays him for “2nd round," Kyeong discovers too late that behind her kindly demeanor lies a disturbing request.

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    Drama Dinh Thai

    Monday

    Kwan is an Asian-American hustler in contemporary Los Angeles. You need something, Kwan can get it for you, whether that’s drugs or a spare laptop. As we follow Kwan through his deals he demonstrates the critical skills needed to survive when living in a city where cultures and class intermix.

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    The Future of Live-Action | SOTW Awards 2013

    Short of the Week is about more than just highlighting the best in bite-sized narratives—it’s also about fostering a dialogue amongst the innovative creators telling earth-shattering stories in new and interesting ways. And, what better time to do that than the week of the 2013 Short of Week Awards? All week, we'll be having roundtable interviews with the award winners to learn more about their creative process as well as the broader storytelling landscape where short films are proving to be the leaders in the industry.

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