Watch From Here to Awesome Festival Showcase: Short Films

Name: From Here to Awesome Festival Showcase: Short Films
Genre: Drama
Released: 2008-07-14

2008
1 Season

From Here to Awesome Festival Showcase: Short Films from IndieFlix is an anthology of short films that highlights the emerging talent in the independent film industry. Spanning across different genres and styles, this curated selection of short films showcases the filmmakers' creativity, diversity, and distinct perspectives.

The showcase is comprised of six short films, each one unique in its own way. The first film, titled "A FEW THINGS ABOUT MYSELF" is a documentary-style film that explores the filmmaker's identity and their experiences as a non-binary person. It is a personal and intimate film that delves into the complexity of gender identity and the struggles of fitting into society's expectations.

The second film, "REZERVAT" is a tense and claustrophobic horror film set inside an elevator. Shot almost entirely in one take, the film explores the fear and paranoia of a woman trapped in a confined space with a stranger. The tension builds up gradually, and the film ends on a chilling and unexpected note.

The third film, "THE DISAPPEARED" is a poignant drama that deals with the aftermath of a tragedy. The film follows a father's search for his missing daughter, and the emotional toll it takes on him and his family. It's a powerful and emotional film that explores themes of loss, grief, and hope.

The fourth film, "THE FAMILY CIRCLE" is a heartwarming comedy about a dysfunctional family who reunites after years of being apart. The film is filled with witty dialogue, hilarious situations, and endearing characters. It's a film about the importance of family, forgiveness, and learning to let go of the past.

The fifth film, "THE TREEHOUSE" is a beautiful and whimsical fantasy film that tells the story of a young girl's adventure in a magical treehouse. The film is filled with stunning visuals, charming characters, and a sense of wonder and joy. It's a film that celebrates imagination, creativity, and the innocence of childhood.

The sixth and final film, "WORN" is a thought-provoking drama that deals with themes of memory, loss, and identity. The film follows a man who tries to reconnect with his estranged father by visiting his childhood home. The house is full of memories and artifacts that trigger a flood of emotions and revelations. It's a film that explores the complexities of family relationships and the search for self-identity.

Overall, From Here to Awesome Festival Showcase: Short Films from IndieFlix is a diverse and engaging anthology of short films. Each film offers a unique and distinct experience, showcasing the filmmakers' talent, creativity, and passion. It's a must-see for anyone who loves independent cinema and wants to discover new voices in the film industry.

From Here to Awesome Festival Showcase: Short Films is a series that ran for 1 seasons (10 episodes) between July 14, 2008 and on IndieFlix

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10. Soledad Is Gone Forever

July 14, 2008

SOLEDAD IS GONE FOREVER, part of the Cannes Film Market- Short Film Corner films in 2007, is a spellbinding, visually stunning, psychological drama that explores the long-term psychological impact of political persecution. Based on real accounts, this film presents an intimate portrait of a young immigrant photographer living in San Francisco, Soledad Gonzales, who learns her father's remains have been found in a mass grave in Chile. Soledad's recurring visions of chilling childhood images shatter her life, making her discover that these are real memories that have been repressed for twenty years.

9. Ring of Blood

July 14, 2008

A mercenary hired by the Asian mafia to steal a diamond ring worth millions of dollars decides to go against them and keep it for himself along with the exchange money, bringing a bloodshed to everyone who gets close to it. Starring Davis Choh as the unruled mercenary and Viktor Murakami as the villain. It's only a matter of time to see who finally gets that precious ring.

8. Rectify

July 14, 2008

A man sits down for a meaningful conversation with his wife in an effort to rectify a past mistake, but some mistakes cannot be undone.Our hero has just lost his mind. He is not ready to accept his current reality and the fact that the love of his life may be gone forever. Instead he sits down for a meaningful conversation in an effort to rectify his past mistakes, but some mistakes cannot be undone.

7. Memoirs of the Elderly

July 14, 2008

A young man meets an old elder at the park, who recollects crazy memories from his past involving unicorns and dinosaurs.

6. Louder Than Words

July 14, 2008

A young man tries to poison a bunny rabbit for eating from his perfect little garden. As a result, he discovers that for every action there's an equal and opposite reaction, when his home becomes infested with maggots, and flies are ruining his meals and his peace. To win back control of his home he must defeat the tiny enemy invaders in an epic fly battle.

5. I F*cking Hate You

July 14, 2008

Sabi Pictures presents the breakout performances of John T. Woods and Marion Kerr in this compelling and raw glimpse into a young man?s charmingly ill-conceived scheme to redeem himself in the eyes of his ex-girlfriend. As sincere and heartfelt as it is hilarious, Ain?'t It Cool News has hailed it as ?"Brilliant"? while Rogue Cinema praised the film as ?"...a beautiful little movie...funny and touching..."?. Zak Forsman'?s directorial debut is an assured, emotionally-charged work with highly authentic performances and gorgeous compositions.

4. Game Over

July 14, 2008

Our hero finds himself going through the five stages of coming to terms with loss, while his housemate couldn't be more excited by the situation, and is looking for new and exciting ways to dispose of the recently dead.

3. Fragments

July 14, 2008

Fragments is an abstract thriller about a man so intensely terrorized by guilt that he is driven mad, and all memory of the incident is erased from his mind. The film examines the pieces of this memory that come back to him as he stumbles upon evidence of the incident in his home. These pieces are at first bizarre and unsettling, as they are presented to the man in a fractured form, but as he sifts through them the picture eventually comes together, and he is able to see what in his past drove him to insanity.

2. America's Phoneless

July 14, 2008

The world is a cruel place for those without a cell phone. Meet Cliff, a quiet, unassuming man whose world is about to be turned upside down, all on account of being out of touch with society.

1. AI

July 14, 2008

The traces left by the era of the samurai are still with us today. From this rich history of this ancient warrior culture comes a tale of honor, vengeance and redemption with a dark, sense of meaningless fatality. It is the origin story of a cursed vigilante, Ai, hell-bent on avenging those responsible for her clan's demise.Inspired by the great tradition of samurai cinema, Ai is an exploration of the era of the samurai and explores the themes of dormant fury for those who have lost loved ones and is driven to the point of madness with revenge.

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Where to Watch From Here to Awesome Festival Showcase: Short Films

From Here to Awesome Festival Showcase: Short Films is available for streaming on the IndieFlix website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch From Here to Awesome Festival Showcase: Short Films on demand at Amazon.