Two god-like entities must train star children to guide humanity to the next stage of evolution before a catastrophic event destroys Earth, but their methods differ and time is running out. <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/eventive-static/2f5673a50d4f51543125679be7805f08.jpg" width="182"> Director Bio/Statement:While she started her career as a Los Angeles based entertainment journalist, Cathy SitaRam has committed her life to directing.&nbsp;Born in Trinidad and Tobago, and raised in the US Virgin Islands, Cathy graduated from the University of Maryland with a distinction as a President’s Scholar studying Radio, Film and Theater.

Gods of the Universe: Rise of the Star Child

Two god-like entities must train star children to guide humanity to the next stage of evolution before a catastrophic event destroys Earth, but their methods differ, and time is running out.

Brought together serendipitously in a moment of mischief, Grace and Mido form an unlikely relationship when they make an enchanted discovery in their residential care home. But as they grapple with their inevitable mortality, they resort to radical methods of preserving their youthful past in an attempt to obtain the ultimate gift of immortality. AWARDS:﻿BAFTA British Short Film Nominee 2024Best Film - S.O.U.L Fest - 2023,Audience Award - Encounters Film Festival - 2023,Jury Award - The British Short Film Awards - 2023,Best British Director - The British Short Film Awards - 2023,Best Editing - The British Short Film Awards - 2023 <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/eventive-static/4aa180586b0f53647c14a9891a6afa88.jpg" width="151">Director Bio/Statement:Yasmin Afifi is an award-winning writer/director based in London and recent graduate of the National Film and Television School, UK. Yasmin’s work revolves around themes of identity and unravelling the complexities of humanity in nuanced and unique ways, using the medium of comedy, magical realism, and absurdism to explore taboo and dark subject matters.

Jellyfish and Lobster

Brought together serendipitously in a moment of mischief, two elderly care home residents form an unlikely relationship when they make an enchanted discovery.

Hidden away under the school bleachers, three very different friends find renewed connection as they await a pregnancy test results and celebrate their choices. AWARDS:Best Audience Award - Black Women Cinema Week - 2023Best Ensemble Cast - Diversity At Cannes Showcase - 2023Best Music Placement Award - Simi Fest - 2023Best Ensemble Cast - Bridgeport Film Festival - 2023Best Writing Nominee - Diversity At Cannes - 2023Best U.S. Short Film Nominee - Cindependent 2023Best Drama Nominee - Cinedpendent 2023Best Cinematorgraphy Nominee - Simi Fest 2023Best Cast Nominee - Simi Fest 2023 <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/eventive-static/0add94b51aac40da96a1db2092d074be.jpg" width="138"> Director Bio/Statement:Kameishia Wooten, a visionary Writer and Director based in Los Angeles, has passionately crafted and directed seven short films, bearing a distinct focus on storytelling that is not only thought-provoking and inclusive but also carries a powerful uplifting and social message. Her most recent creation, "Choices," was selected for the inaugural WIF/Google Shorts Lab. This cinematic gem is currently making waves on the film festival circuit, having been honored as an Official Selection at this year's Oscar qualifying Hollyshorts Film Festival and Chicago International Children’s Film Festival. Kameishia was recently bestowed with the prestigious WIF Directing Fellowship, a commendable accolade supported by Netflix, and proudly participated as a Directing Fellow for the highly competitive 2022 Ryan Murphy's Half Initiative program.Kameishia personal brand as a storyteller encapsulates complex character-driven narratives, moments of inspiration, humor, drama, and a touch of adventure. These elements resonate profoundly with her personal journey as a multi-generational African American woman with southern roots.

Choices

Three very different friends find renewed connection as they await pregnancy results at their Los Angeles High School.

When college friends come to visit a cabin in rural Georgia and one of the women in the group goes missing, Ada, the property groundskeeper, becomes increasingly concerned for her own safety. AWARDS:Davey Foundation Short Film Grant for Emerging Filmmakers - 2021 <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/eventive-static/e15acf3a5e657534c8baf113933836d8.jpg" width="248"> Directors' Bio/Statement:Gia-Rayne’s short ‘Pens and Pencils,’ was acquired by HBO. She made her TV directing debut on ‘Chicago PD,’ in 2023. Joshua’s been in the industry and making movies since 2011. He’s a commercial director too, clients include WB and Amazon.

Cairn

When college friends come to visit a cabin in rural Georgia and one of the women in the group goes missing, Ada, the property groundskeeper, becomes increasingly concerned for her own safety.

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