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We’re Gonna Come Back

Duet is an animated short film that explores the persistence of love, the transcendence of music, and the heartache of losing a loved one. The story centers on a cat who is adopted by an elderly woman. The two connect as the woman teaches the cat to play piano. After the woman passes away, her daughter and grandson bring the cat home, where the cat has difficulty adjusting to the new environment and family. As the cat and grandson play a duet on the keyboard, the process of healing begins.

Duet

An anxious Catherine is unable to communicate with her five year old daughter. Can she discover a new way to connect to her at a busy casino party?

Spin

A struggling high school jazz band teacher must save his job by winning the state jazz competition

Skipping A Beat

Recently diagnosed with ADHD, a symphony conductor uses the career shutdown of the 2020 pandemic to dive into her mental health. She looks for ways to face the challenges and advocate for the gifts of being neurodiverse.

Shiny Objects - The Conductor With ADHD

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Celebrating its 20th Anniversary, virtual online access March 28-April 3, the internationally recognized Garden State Film Festival celebrates the independent film genre by bringing a carefully curated and enriching selection of original works to a diverse audience locally and around the world.

Here's what's coming up soon. Can't make it? No sweat. Many live streams will be available for on-demand viewing as well.