Festival
The Short Films of SXSW 2018's Feature Filmmakers
We recognize seven S/W alums with features at SXSW 2018, and look back on their previous shorts
Drama
Gabriel Amaral
Lugar Algum (No Place)
When Nego discovers that the cacau farm he lives and works on is going to be sold, he must face not only the loss of his home and job, but also the daily contact he has with the land he cherishes so much.
Documentary
Laurie Hill
Photograph of Jesus
The humorous requests received at a photographic archive are the fodder for this splendid animation.
Comedy
Yuan Hu
Sticks of Fury
There are few things more important than linkin’ gyal, but when an opportunity arises to put some youngers in their place, Tobz knows what time it is.
Don't Ever Change
The reunion between a woman and her estranged daughter is interrupted by a man with an unusual request.
Good People
Overwhelmed by guilt after an affair, Emma returns home to her family hoping to reconnect with her husband.
Dark Comedy
Jesse Shamata
A Simple F*cking Gesture
While stuck in traffic, emotions escalate for a husband and wife when another driver doesn’t give them a "thank you wave" after they cut in.
Interview
Interview with Aneil Karia (BEAT)
Director Aneil Karia joins us to talk about the inspiration and production of his award-winning short 'BEAT' and give us an insight into what he's working on next.
Documentary
Douwe Dijkstra
Supporting Film
From the perspectives of a dozen diverse viewers, this 12 minute documentary short explores the peculiar ritual of watching film. How is the medium experienced by people with sensory impairments, strong religious beliefs, or lovesickness? A story about moving images and their audience.
Drama
Charlie Polinger
A Place to Stay
Kansas City, 1959. When Andy's boyfriend leaves him, he drives across the state to confront him and discovers his lover's double life.
