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FUNNY BONES
Comedy Horror and Science-Fiction Shorts
(Various Countries, 93 min)
ALPACA
(US, 16 min, 2025)
Carlos, a wannabe influencer, has just returned from shooting content in Peru — but when he discovers a mysterious alpaca doll hidden in his suitcase, things quickly spiral out of control as escalating paranormal events wreak havoc.
Director: Sylvia Caminer
BROTHERS OF THE APOCALYPSE
(US, 5 min, 2025)
Weeks have passed since a viral outbreak turned your average person into a rage filled monster hungry for human flesh. Now Emmitt, a Marine Corps veteran, and his brother Matt, a college football athlete, must fight every day to survive as the world descends into chaos. With supplies running low our heroes find themselves in an abandoned home where they discover what will unite them as brothers.
Director: Luke Tatro
CHAIR
(US, 6 min, 2025)
Carl just wanted to sit down. The chair had other plans.
Director: Chris McInroy
CLOWN SONG
(US/UK/Canada, 7 min, 2025)
"Cuz I’m a famous freakin’ clown, and I do just what I please."
Director - Brady Dowad
DAY OF THE DAD
(US, 10 min, 2025)
A dad struggles to keep his daughter asleep while taking a walk during the zombie apocalypse.
Director: James III
FIREFLIES IN THE DUSK
(US, 18 min, 2025)
A fantastical romance across time and space. When Charlotte's mother Edith forces her to marry the catty and acerbic Cecil, Charlotte time travels from the Victorian era into the modern time to be with her beloved pen pal, Zachary. Unfortunately, Charlotte's plan goes awry when Cecil follows her through the time portal.
Director: Jonathan Hammond
MORT
(US, 13 min, 2025)
A meticulous actuary's all-nighter spirals into absurdity when an unexpected visitor claiming to be Death, forces him to reevaluate his life choices as the clock ticks down.
Directors: Larry Ziegelman and Terry Ziegelman
OBEY!
(US, 11 min, 2025)
After the tragic death of her viral dog, Max, a pet influencer is confronted by a vengeful spirit demanding an apology for a life of exploitation.
Director: Jordan Wippell
RIFT
(US, 8 min, 2025)
A couple's relationship and sanity are tested when a mysterious maintenance issue takes hold of their lives.
Director: Daniel Sadler
Overall Program Viewer’s Guide: Offscreen animal violence.
DAY OF THE DAD
(US, 10 min, 2025)
A dad struggles to keep his daughter asleep while taking a walk during the zombie apocalypse.
Director: James III
Director Biography
JAMES III is a director, writer, and actor, best known for co-creating/co-starring in ASTRONOMY CLUB: THE SKETCH SHOW produced by Kenya Barris and Dan Powell. James' recent credits include rewrites of the GOOD BURGER sequel, writer/voice actor on the BIG MOUTH spin-off, HUMAN RESOURCES, and co-writer/co-star of the short film MAHOGANY DRIVE which premiered at Slamdance ‘23. James’ other writing credits include features in development at Tyler Perry Studios and Marginal Media, and comics for Dynamite, Mad Cave, and Archie including BOB PHANTOM, which Screenrant called “genius.” James is also the founder of the media production and comic book publishing company, Rule of III, Inc. As an actor, he's had guest appearances on A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW, ABBOTT ELEMENTARY, I THINK YOU SHOULD LEAVE, and BLACK MIRROR.
- Year2025
- Runtime10 minutes
- CountryUnited States
- PremiereNorth Carolina Premiere
- DirectorJames III
- ScreenwriterJames III
- ProducerJames III, Ryan Joseph Murphy
- Co-ProducerSophia Cacciola, Patrick Molloy, Michael J. Epstein
- CastJames III, Katharine Lerner
- EditorMichael J. Epstein
FUNNY BONES
Comedy Horror and Science-Fiction Shorts
(Various Countries, 93 min)
ALPACA
(US, 16 min, 2025)
Carlos, a wannabe influencer, has just returned from shooting content in Peru — but when he discovers a mysterious alpaca doll hidden in his suitcase, things quickly spiral out of control as escalating paranormal events wreak havoc.
Director: Sylvia Caminer
BROTHERS OF THE APOCALYPSE
(US, 5 min, 2025)
Weeks have passed since a viral outbreak turned your average person into a rage filled monster hungry for human flesh. Now Emmitt, a Marine Corps veteran, and his brother Matt, a college football athlete, must fight every day to survive as the world descends into chaos. With supplies running low our heroes find themselves in an abandoned home where they discover what will unite them as brothers.
Director: Luke Tatro
CHAIR
(US, 6 min, 2025)
Carl just wanted to sit down. The chair had other plans.
Director: Chris McInroy
CLOWN SONG
(US/UK/Canada, 7 min, 2025)
"Cuz I’m a famous freakin’ clown, and I do just what I please."
Director - Brady Dowad
DAY OF THE DAD
(US, 10 min, 2025)
A dad struggles to keep his daughter asleep while taking a walk during the zombie apocalypse.
Director: James III
FIREFLIES IN THE DUSK
(US, 18 min, 2025)
A fantastical romance across time and space. When Charlotte's mother Edith forces her to marry the catty and acerbic Cecil, Charlotte time travels from the Victorian era into the modern time to be with her beloved pen pal, Zachary. Unfortunately, Charlotte's plan goes awry when Cecil follows her through the time portal.
Director: Jonathan Hammond
MORT
(US, 13 min, 2025)
A meticulous actuary's all-nighter spirals into absurdity when an unexpected visitor claiming to be Death, forces him to reevaluate his life choices as the clock ticks down.
Directors: Larry Ziegelman and Terry Ziegelman
OBEY!
(US, 11 min, 2025)
After the tragic death of her viral dog, Max, a pet influencer is confronted by a vengeful spirit demanding an apology for a life of exploitation.
Director: Jordan Wippell
RIFT
(US, 8 min, 2025)
A couple's relationship and sanity are tested when a mysterious maintenance issue takes hold of their lives.
Director: Daniel Sadler
Overall Program Viewer’s Guide: Offscreen animal violence.
DAY OF THE DAD
(US, 10 min, 2025)
A dad struggles to keep his daughter asleep while taking a walk during the zombie apocalypse.
Director: James III
Director Biography
JAMES III is a director, writer, and actor, best known for co-creating/co-starring in ASTRONOMY CLUB: THE SKETCH SHOW produced by Kenya Barris and Dan Powell. James' recent credits include rewrites of the GOOD BURGER sequel, writer/voice actor on the BIG MOUTH spin-off, HUMAN RESOURCES, and co-writer/co-star of the short film MAHOGANY DRIVE which premiered at Slamdance ‘23. James’ other writing credits include features in development at Tyler Perry Studios and Marginal Media, and comics for Dynamite, Mad Cave, and Archie including BOB PHANTOM, which Screenrant called “genius.” James is also the founder of the media production and comic book publishing company, Rule of III, Inc. As an actor, he's had guest appearances on A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW, ABBOTT ELEMENTARY, I THINK YOU SHOULD LEAVE, and BLACK MIRROR.
- Year2025
- Runtime10 minutes
- CountryUnited States
- PremiereNorth Carolina Premiere
- DirectorJames III
- ScreenwriterJames III
- ProducerJames III, Ryan Joseph Murphy
- Co-ProducerSophia Cacciola, Patrick Molloy, Michael J. Epstein
- CastJames III, Katharine Lerner
- EditorMichael J. Epstein