Shorts for the whole family featuring animation, live action, and documentaries. 71 min. This program is suitable for all ages. Free online Q&amp;A with filmmakers from this program will stream live on&nbsp;Saturday, July 25 at 1:00 PM ET and will be available on-demand afterward. Click <a href="https://watch.eventive.org/indyshortsfilmfestival20/play/5eda7b9ce248810029806bec" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(29, 28, 29);">HERE</a> to register for and to view the Q&amp;A.

Deep into a forest, a gathering of wild animals start a nocturnal opera, conducted by a squirrel. Programming descriptions are generated by participants and are edited for length and clarity, and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Heartland Film. Film Contact Luce Grosjeanfestival@miyu.fr

Maestro

Deep into a forest, a gathering of wild animals start a nocturnal opera, conducted by a squirrel.

Set in Florida, a 12-year-old Puerto Rican girl’s perspective changes when she brings a popular dessert dish, Arroz con Leche, to a Thanksgiving event at her school and no one eats it. In English, Spanish&nbsp;with English subtitles. Programming descriptions are generated by participants and are edited for length and clarity, and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Heartland Film. Film Contact Matthew Herbertzherbertzfilm@gmail.com

¡Come! (Eat)

Set in Florida, a 12-year-old Puerto Rican girl’s perspective changes when she brings a popular dessert dish, Arroz con Leche, to a thanksgiving event at her school and no one eats it.

A couple of mushrooms have a fun day out! Student Film: USC, Los Angeles, CA Programming descriptions are generated by participants and are edited for length and clarity, and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Heartland Film. Film Contact Erika Gomiegomi13@gmail.com

Kinoko

A couple of mushrooms have a fun day out!

To date the girl of his dreams, a germaphobe must win over the most important loved one in her life…her dog. But he'll soon learn that man's best friend can become man's worst enemy! A heartfelt comedy short for animal lovers of all ages. Programming descriptions are generated by participants and are edited for length and clarity, and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Heartland Film. Film ContactLachlan Ryanlachlanmryan@gmail.com

Dog Date Afternoon

To date the girl of his dreams, a germaphobe must win over the most important loved one in her life… her dog. But he'll soon learn that man's best friend can become man's worst enemy!

Simon's Cat goes missing after an unpleasant bath time experience. Will he find his way back home? Programming descriptions are generated by participants and are edited for length and clarity, and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Heartland Film. Film ContactSimon's Catcontact@simonscat.com

Missing Cat

A four-part colour special from the award winning animators at Simon's Cat.

Inspired by true events, while visiting a home for children, a little girl meets Joseph, a boy whose only dream is to have a yellow umbrella. This unexpected encounter awakens his memories of the past. Programming descriptions are generated by participants and are edited for length and clarity, and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Heartland Film. Film ContactHelena Hilarioumbrella@stratostorm.com

Umbrella

A simple yellow Umbrella holds a lifelong story.

AJ Andrews is a professional softball player known for making spectacular diving catches in the outfield. In 2016 she was the first woman to be awarded a Rawlings Gold Glove, an award given to the best fielders in Major League Baseball for decades. Knocking Down the Fences tells the story of AJ's career after this win - her ambition, her unbelievable work ethic, and all the additional barriers she faces as a woman trying to make it as a professional athlete. Student Film: University of California, Berkeley Programming descriptions are generated by participants and are edited for length and clarity, and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Heartland Film. Film ContactMeg Shutzermshutzer@gmail.com

Knocking Down the Fences

A portrait of AJ Andrews, the first woman to win a Rawlings Gold Glove, and her struggle to make it as one of the best professional softball players in the world.

When a sailor receives an autumn leaf from a small girl, it reminds him of his home. How long he has not been there? He runs to meet his old parents, not knowing what he will find there. Student Film: University of Tomas Bata in Zlin, Czech Republic Programming descriptions are generated by participants and are edited for length and clarity, and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Heartland Film. Film ContactLuce Grosjeanfestival@miyu.fr

Lístek (Leaf)

When a sailor receives an autumn leaf from a small girl, it reminds him of his home. How long he has not been there? He runs to meet his old parents, not knowing what he will find there.

Mutton Bustin’ champion and future spy, seven-year-old Marlie McDonald is a symbol of resilience and vigor. Marlie was born with an aggressive brain tumor and spent her first few years in hospitals. Today, fearless Marlie is in long-term survival care and insists on riding sheep in her free time. Programming descriptions are generated by participants and are edited for length and clarity, and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Heartland Film. Film Contact:Mehrdad Sarlakmehrdad.sarlak@gmail.com

Just Hold On

A portrait of a girl holding onto things (especially sheep).

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