Breakthroughs Film Festival

Shorts Program: From The Outside

Expired June 29, 2020 3:45 AM
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5 films + livestream in package
BFF 2020 Festival Trailer
Bite and Smile
A satirical look into society's expectations of women, set against the gloriously comedic backdrop of a commercial audition.
I Am Mackenzie
Caught amidst toxic masculinity, a sequin dress and a teenage crush, a teen skater growing up in rural Texas learns more about herself after an impulsively rushing towards love.
Tight, No Pain
Three women share their intimate experiences living with Vaginismus and the effect it has on their self-esteem, body image and romantic relationships.
A Celebration
In an attempt to fit in with her new Canadian classmates, 8-year-old Ada​ tries to convince her newly-immigrated mother to celebrate Thanksgiving by cooking a turkey.
BFF 2020: From The Outside - Filmmaker Q&A
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A satirical look into society's expectations of women, set against the gloriously comedic backdrop of a 'Bite and Smile' commercial audition.


A graduate from New York City’s Circle in the Square Theatre School, Elise Bauman is most widely known for her role in the popular Shaftesbury Film’s web series turned feature film Carmilla. Elise has recently begun directing and producing, with three music videos and a short film under her belt.


Director in Attendance for Q&A






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  • Runtime
    1 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    Canada
  • Director
    Elise Bauman
  • Screenwriter
    Elise Bauman, Leah Doz
  • Producer
    Elise Bauman, Leah Doz
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