Indy Shorts Film Festival

Sports

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5 films in package
We Clap for Airballs
We Clap for Airballs is a layered documentary—visually, expressively, and thematically—where the basketball court is a safe space for queer and trans BIPOC people to feel seen and valued by one another. With Swish, healing happens on the blacktop.
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Through The Storm
Through the Storm follows the 2023 season of the Red Lake Nation (Ojibwe) high school football team. Despite dwindling interest and a two-decade-long losing record, a determined coach and group of young athletes fight to keep their football program alive.
Let Them Play
With the help of his coach, a young baseball player works through and reflects on the effects of bullying by previous coaches and peers. Told from the perspectives of coach, parent, and player, Let Them Play explores the intricate and affirming aspects of positive coaching that can support children both on and off the field.
The Smart Diver
An intimate dive into the life of Eleanor Smart, from conquering heights and personal demons to training new talents of tomorrow, as she makes an indelible mark in the world on her terms.
In The Paint
Justin Fatica coaches a boys' basketball team, impacting the players lives both on and off the court. "In The Paint" shows how a broken world filled with division, racism, and fatherlessness can be restored to fullness and life through mentorship, brotherhood, encouragement, and loving others.
This virtual screening is eligible for Indy Shorts Audience Choice Awards voting! 5=excellent, 1=not for me The voting period has closed. Winners will be announced on Monday, July 24!
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Celebrate the world of sports across these powerful documentaries.

With the help of his coach, a young baseball player works through and reflects on the effects of bullying by previous coaches and peers. Told from the perspectives of coach, parent, and player, Let Them Play explores the intricate and affirming aspects of positive coaching that can support children both on and off the field.


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  • Year
    2024
  • Runtime
    15 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
  • Premiere
    Midwest Premiere
  • Genre
    Documentary Short
  • Subtitle Language
    English
  • Content Warning
    None of the Above
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  • Director
    Palmer Morse
  • Screenwriter
    Palmer Morse
  • Producer
    Jesse Scolaro, Parker Williams
  • Executive Producer
    Dave Stevens, Stephanie Sharis
  • Cast
    Ken Bradley, Adrian Garcia, Vanessa Garcia
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