Spring Season / 1st Quarterly Qualifier

SDSFF Narrative Short Films: Drama

Expired March 30, 2026 1:00 AM
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A collection of narrative short films (in the Drama genre) in contention for official selection, nomination as Quarterfinalist for both genre and technical categories. One will win the Quarter Final and be named BEST DRAMA SHORT FILM of the 1st Quarter of 2026! Audience Choice balloting is open. Your vote counts!

Raj, a socially withdrawn software engineer, spends his days in routine and playing chess alone, avoiding the first move both on the board and in life. When he discovers a mysterious bracelet left beside his chessboard, it leads to an unexpected exchange of letters with an unknown girl who seems to have made the first move for him. As their conversations unfold move by move, Raj begins to question the doubts that have long held him back and must decide whether he is finally ready to step beyond the board and make a move of his own.

  • Runtime
    19:58
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
  • Genre
    Drama
  • Social Media
  • Director
    SaiRaj Bharath Yalamanchili
  • Screenwriter
    SaiRaj Bharath Yalamanchili
  • Producer
    SaiRaj Bharath Yalamanchili
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