Mashed Potatoes by Suha Araj. 2024, US, 13 min.
While prepping for a Friendgiving in tech potluck, an Arab couple argues over the merits of a well quoted journalist after the 9/11 attacks.
Our Wonderful Future by Jonah Aaron Goldstein. 2024, US, 9 min.
It is July 14th, 1945: The United States of America just tested its first nuclear bomb. It was said the test could've destroyed the world. It is July 14th, now. It is said that any escalation of war between two major powers will lead to the inevitable: TOTAL NUCLEAR ANNIHILATION. It's not if, it's when.
Adidas Owns the Reality by Keil Orion Troisi & Igor Vamos. 2024, US, 22 min.
Prankster activists perform an elaborate hoax to improve conditions for garment workers in the Adidas supply chain. Staging a shocking runway show at Berlin Fashion Week, they use humor and mischief to make the world pay attention to labor and environmental abuses that the massive sportswear brand is trying to hide.
Grandma & Isabella by Hannah Engelson. 2025, US, 12 min.
A poetic, observational documentary centered on Livina who is raising her great-granddaughter Isabella in Rockaway, New York.
The Waves Within Us by Muhammad Ali Haider. 2024, US, 6 min.
On a quiet beach in Rockaway, a hopeless teenager struggles with his future and self-worth while playing football with his older brother, who offers wisdom on life and perseverance.
Free screening! Filmmakers in-person.
