Just when you think everything is going your way, life has a funny way of reminding you who is in charge. The term “close knit family” takes on a whole new meaning in this collection of shorts that all have one thing in common: the lasting effect of our loved ones and their untimely arrivals or departures. Director Maureen Bradley (What Remains Human) will attend the screening to introduce her film.

What Remains Human, Dir. Maureen Bradley, Canada, video, 24 min EAST COAST PREMIERE. The out of left-field news of their estranged fathers death, suddenly draws four siblings together as they try to work through their memories of their dad, their relationships with each other and deal with his remains.

Man Seeking Man, Dir. Matti Harju, Finland, video, 12 min, EAST COAST PREMIERE. A knock on the door gratifies Seppo’s quest to seek what he’s always wanted, or does it? In Finnish with English subtitles

Anniversary, Dir. Shammi Samano, USA, video, 14 min, EAST COAST PREMIERE
Daddy's little girl can't quit fighting with her own girlfriend but she is able to save the day on her parents anniversary.

Cairo Calling, Dir. Xiodan He & Joseph Antaki, Canada, video, 9 min, FLORIDA PREMIERE. The cry of the homeland is heard clear and up-close when Ahmed's Egyptian mother unexpectedly turns up in Canada.

The Fiance (La Fidanzata) , Dir. Petra Volpe, Switzerland, video, 11 min. SOUTH FLORIDA PREMIERE. The romantic and erotic evening that Lolo has prepared takes an unexpected turn when his Italian Nonna (grandmother) comes over to make dinner and meet her grandson's fiancé. In Italian and German with English subtitles.

Layover, Dir. Ashlee Page, Australia, video, 7 min. EAST COAST PREMIERE
A flight attendants plans for some sexy downtime with her girlfriend go awry when an elderly relative turns up on her doorstep

Mockingbird, Dir. Joe Tunmer, United Kingdom, 35mm, 14 min. EAST COAST PREMIERE. A young girl attends the funeral of her father, but don’t be sad, the countless memories of the magic and love he created live on infinitely in this beautifully cinematic film from England

Total running time: 91 min

Regal South Beach
3:00 pm Screening
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