The 7th Annual SF3 - SmartFone Flick Fest

SF3 Mini

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24 films in package
Anasazi
A woman hiking to escape the stress in her life is visited by unknown spirits and loses her mind.
Need a Lift?
It’s a day like any other. Kevin zooms down the street in his roaring blue convertible, blasting his favourite funky music from the stereo. With the wind rushing through his hair and the world flashing by, Kevin can’t help but feel like the coolest guy around.
Comeback-21
The story follows a 9 year old girl with her struggle and frustration because of the 2020 pandemic.
The Hand of God
A confession of a different kind
Light and Shadow
A day in the life of Jane Digby, Fine Artist.
Bunby
An isolated woman makes an unexpected companion.
Find You
I'll never stop searching for you, no matter where it takes me.
ASSIMILATE
ASSIMILATE is the embodiment of what it means for groups or individuals to be disregarded by Governments, Faith based Originations and Mainstream Society at large. What is deemed acceptable by the Conservative movement as traditional family values of role purity and portrayed as the only way society should live.
We Brielong Together
Belle and cheddar aren’t regular bries or cheddar cheese That you’d find in the supermarket as you please. They are sassy, yellow and the best of friends, They even share videos with each other on weekends. Yet, today is a different day, as Cheddar makes an assumption, And Belle overreacts amidst the risk of public consumption. A cautionary tale for cheeses of all shapes and curds, That there can be both love and hate from our words.
On The Rise
Short doc on female anglers in southern Oregon.
The Night Shift
'The Night Shift' tells the story of a security guard and the secret of his museum when the last visitors leave.
Day 62
In lockdown, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Especially if you have it at lunch time.
My Wonderful Day at the Beach
There is nothing I love more than spending a sunny day at the beach
58 seconds: soar
A woman's in a wheelchair who refuses to be at the ground.
Song and Dance Man
A musical theatre performer craves the sensation of performing for a live audience whilst in the midst of a dull, restrictive lockdown. With a bit of imagination, music and passion, he transforms his stale household into a dazzling musical extravaganza, fulfilling his creative desires! (Utilising musical exerts from the movie-musical La La Land) *NOTE - all 'Someone In The Crowd / Another Day of Sun' vocal recordings, arrangements and instrumentals are my own creations!
Earth
Climate consciousness, as a collective vision, will only be realised if everyone can engage in this conversation.
Fanny
Love really tests a man.
bee-roll
This short film reflects upon the love of nature and loss of innocence through the eyes of a young girl and her fascination with bees.
Tessa Time
A woman starts her own video channel during lockdown
The Delivery
An ordinary food delivery turns frightening for one man when he meets his strangest customers yet. He is determined to get paid but an increasing fear boils over him as he accepts his fate.
Packet Mix
This is a story of acceptance, grief, loss, packet mix and ultimately the love between a daughter and her Dad...always.
Fly
An introspective look at life as told through the experiences of a young boy.
Brave New World
BRAVE NEW WORLD follows Tanasha, who after leaving an abusive relationship, the Covid-19 pandemic offers an opportunity to reflect on life
Escape From Lockdown
Sydney is stuck in it's longest lockdown yet. We all need to find a way to escape.

These are the SF3 Mini: RISE Finalists. Selected from over 300 entries, these films represent the best mini films (3 minutes or less) made on smartphones from across the world. From South Africa to America, from lockdown in Sydney to the beach in Darwin and a museum in Europe, these films have it all. Sit back, relax and be inspired by the magic of bite size cinema.


1.  Anasazi by Jad Andari

2. Need A Lift by Max Simonson

3. Comeback-21 by David Camero

4. The Hand of God by Xeno Nemos

5. Light & Shadow by SJ van Breda

6. Bunby by Michelle Ny 

7. Find You by Drex Lee

8. ASSIMILATE by Brionne Olsen

9. We Brielong Together by Joshua Belinfante

10. On the Rise by Courtney Coker 

11. The Night Shift by Sally-Ann Dunn & Bartosz Wozniak

12. Day 62 by Steve McGrath

13. My Wonderful Day at the Beach by Thomas Midena

14. 58 Seconds: Soar by JJ Erenberg

15. Song and Dance Man by Blake Douglas

16. Earth by Max RC Schleser

17. Fanny by Reid McGowan

18. bee-roll by Alexandra Guillossou 

19. Tessa Time by Narelle Nash

20. The Delivery by Namroc Doan

21. Packet Mix by Taylor Buoro

22. FLY by Jared Walker

23. Brave New World by Anton Califano

24. Escape from Lockdown by Brienna Collins

There is nothing I love more than spending a sunny day at the beach.


Shot on Google Pixel 5.


Director's Bio


Thomas Midena is a performer & filmmaker based in Darwin. Thomas has completed a Bachelor of Film & TV at Swinburne University, winning awards in acting, writing and directing. In 2018, Thomas developed two short plays as a participant in ATYP's Fresh Ink program, one of which was shortlisted in 2019's NT Literary Awards. In 2019, Thomas created and starred in the short film Dark Utopia, which won Best Film in Darwin International Film Festival's Spark awards. Thomas’ film, You Do You, won “Best Short Film – Narrative” at the Capricornia Awards in 2021.


About making this film


I usually like creating fantasy or sci-fi, but for this film I went low-key and a little autobiographical. I made this film in a single afternoon, with nothing but my phone, a tripod, and a big empty beach. I'm sure what I was doing was quite perplexing to the people who occasionally wandered by with their dogs. I didn't have a script, just the central concept of wanting to communicate how unappealing I find the idea of "a day at the beach". From there I made it up as I went along, looking for inspiration from the landscape. Sure enough, my attempt to make the beach look uncomfortable was a very uncomfortable experience, as the sun, wind and sand were a real nuisance, and I was removing chunks of beach from my tripod and hair for weeks afterwards.

  • Year
    2021
  • Runtime
    2:59
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    Australia
  • Director
    Thomas Midena
  • Screenwriter
    Thomas Midena
  • Producer
    Thomas Midena
  • Filmmaker
    Thomas Midena
  • Cast
    Thomas Midena
  • Cinematographer
    Thomas Midena
  • Editor
    Thomas Midena
  • Production Design
    Thomas Midena
  • Sound Design
    Thomas Midena
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