Short Films Big Stories

Short Films Big Stories Showcase

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10 films in package
Beautiful
A story about love and resilience.
Between Strangers
The 6:26am train and there sits the man in the cowboy boots... Everyday for 15 years. And they never said a word.
The Mermaid's Journey
An immigrant mother and daughter's day takes a drastic turn when they are pulled over.
Sheila and Joe
A love that defies barriers
Four Women
This film follows four women after they learn of an act of police violence.
Muscle Memory
Tariq dedicates a tap dance to his late father that triggers childhood memories.
Chemistry
A mixed-race actress auditions to play a white woman's daughter
Sincerely, Erik
A lonely bookseller navigates New York City's Pandemic isolation as best as he can.
Late
What does it mean to forgive and never forget?
Old Hen
A hidden life, an intimate friendship, a new beginning.

The Woodstock Film Festival is excited to announce the launch of SHORT FILMS, BIG STORIES, featuring new works from up-and-coming filmmakers that capture our inner monologues, embrace our identities, and interpret our current time. Commentary from the filmmakers is included within the program.


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Please note: Each film has an introduction from the filmmaker programmed to play before the film's showing. We recommend watching the program straight through, as fast forwarding or skipping may impact your viewing experience.


Audience awards ballots will be sent out before the conclusion of the short film program, and the winner will be announced on the 22nd.

An immigrant mother and daughter's perfect day at the beach takes a drastic turn when they are pulled over for a broken tail light.

  • Year
    2019
  • Runtime
    11:31
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
  • Premiere
    East Coast
  • Director
    Alexandra Torterotot
  • Screenwriter
    Sly Garmendia
  • Producer
    Julie Begey Seureau, Alexandra Torterotot, Sly Garmendia
  • Cast
    Andrea Suarez Paz, Ava Englenton, Brian Pollock
  • Cinematographer
    Anna Franquesa Solano
  • Editor
    Federica Gianni
  • Production Design
    Begoña Berges
  • Composer
    Loring Coleman, Philippe Ravasson
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