2. One More Photo
1. In The Still Of The Night
Director, Writer, Producer//Aristides Mantilla
Producer// Paola Mantilla
Country of Origin // Mexico
Synopsis //On a Day of the Dead night, Jesús, a 10-year-old Mexican kid, longs to meet his paternal grandfather, Rubén, whom he never met. Convinced that Rubén will visit him that night, Jesus waits anxiously by the altar, but he falls asleep. To his surprise, he is awakened by the figure of his grandfather, who takes him on an emotional night journey where they get to know each other. Jesus finally met his paternal grandfather and Rubén was able to send a last message to his son Mateo, asking for forgiveness. By communicating the message the next morning, Jesus finally convinces his parents of the reality of his encounter with Rubén, confirming the existence of visits from the afterlife on the Day of the Dead, leading them to believe in the colorful Mexican tradition of Day of the Dead and to find reconciliation and healing in the family.
2. FOXBODY
2. Happy Birthday, Dorif
Director// T.J. Williams
Writers// Cara McFarlane, Alec Schulman
Producers// Mary Lou Belli, Alec Schulman, Cara McFarlane, Marilyn Majich
Country of origin// United States
Synopsis // Greg, a struggling pianist, brings his nurse coworker to his grandmother Doris’ 70th birthday party, hoping she’ll accept in-home care while he leaves on tour. When he panics and pretends they’re dating, the lie sparks a poignant confrontation about grief, independence, and letting go.
