Best of the Fest: Highlights of Social Justice Film Festival 2020

BLOCK 6: Big Ideas, Small Run Times

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These shorts took home some big prizes from Social Justice Film Festival 2020. They range from a variety of topics, from equity in sports to stories of refugees in strange lands.

Canary in a Mine is the transformation story of a young, emotionally charged man, after the tragic loss of his younger brother. Q, the main character, is led to discover his own happiness in coping with his loss after being introduced to a warm hearted woman, Tumani. The two connect after Tumani saves Q from a near fight encounter, causing them to both be intrigued by one another. The story follows Q as he visits his brothers memorial in order to keep his essence alive. Helping Q cope with trauma, Tumani introduces Q to meditation to bring him true happiness.

  • Year
    2019
  • Runtime
    16 minutes
  • Country
    United States
  • Director
    Takaitheartist