Lines (Germany) by Martin Schmidt

An aggressive battle unfolds between red and dark blue. The borderlines between the colors vibrate with tension as they fight for their lives.

Running time: 00:04:09

After Dark (Norway) by Iain Forbes

On his way home one night, Kristian encounters a young woman in desperate need of help. He agrees to accompany her to the train station, but soon begins questioning her story.

Running time: 00:10:07

The Oldest (United States) by Cathlin McCullough

12-year-old Kate longs to escape her lonely reality as the oldest of 5 under the shadow of her father's addiction in this coming-of-age story set in late 80s rural Iowa. 

“The Oldest” focuses on the inner life of a girl forced to grow up too fast, longing to escape her stressful home life and just be a kid. It tells the story of addiction's impact on children, and the lonely world it creates.   It highlights the gulf of difference between the heaviness of home life with an addict and the freedom of just being a kid.

Running time: 00:09:48

The Cascade (Mexico) by Pablo Delgado

A man discovers he's been crying for several months without even noticing. Strangely, his tear ducts have decided to work in an inverse manner, transforming his interiors into a waterfall. The man will have to find a way to stop a cry that he can't even feel.

Running time: 00:20:00

Georgie (United States) by Jennie Butler

An ex-mobster reflects on life, love, and loss after spending 32 years in prison.

Running time: 00:14:20

Confetti (United States) by Amanda Therese Bonaiuto

Separation, fever dreaming, and a deflated celebration.

Running time: 00:04:09

We Who Remain (Norway) by Sindre Mangen Haram

On Christmas morning, brothers Vegard and Martin manage to visit the wrong grave. As they try to correct their mistake, their differing views on death and grief come to the surface, leading to an unexpected confrontation.

Running time: 00:23:06