Yale in Hollywood Fest 2020 | December 4, 2020 Program | Comedy & Musical Shorts
Comedy & Musical Shorts Program
“Coffee Shop Names” (8 mins) Directed by Deepak Sethi, Produced by Valerie Steinberg
Based on a true story, this sharp take on the complexities of Indian-American representation reflects on the choices of identity in everyday lived experience.
“Grow Old with Me” (6 mins 46 secs) Directed by J.J. McDowell, Exec Produced by Peter A. Lees
A threatening medical diagnosis prompts a devoted couple to dramatize their golden years.
This prescient documentary tackles the Taiwanese art scene, encompassing themes of immigration, indigenious culture, and diverse standards of beauty.
“Blocks” (11 mins 05 secs) Directed by Bridget Moloney, Produced by Valerie Steinberg
Featured at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival, this darkly whimsical film examines the expectations versus realities of contemporary motherhood.
“Saturday Grace” (7 mins 4 secs) Directed and Produced by Patrice D Bowman
An astute re-envisioning of the faith-based drama depicts two burdened women who find fellowship through dance.
By Hannah Ruth Earl
Available Dec 3, 2020 at 12 am until Dec 5 at 11:59 pm
Register to get the free ticket / password for the screening!
Live Q&A with Comedy & Musical Shorts Filmmakers on Dec 5 Friday at 5 pm Pacific Time & 8 pm Eastern Time
Q&A with with Comedy & Musical Shorts Filmmakers, moderated by Hannah Ruth Earl
Yale in Hollywood Fest 2020 | December 4, 2020 Program | Dramatic Shorts
Dramatic Shorts Program
“Kismet” (12 mins 46 secs) Directed by Mike Smith, Exec Produced by Eugenia Kaye
This haunting thriller utilizes dueling narrative plotlines to investigate a kidnapping.
“Yearning for Santorini” (16 mins 09 secs) Directed by Melissa Johnson
On the eve of her eighteenth birthday, an ambitious daughter seeks connection with her birth mother in a coming-of-age story that spans generations.
“The Summer of Snakes” (15 mins 06 secs) Directed by Lara Panah-Izadi
Inspired by the life of renowned artist Niki de Saint Phalle, this film stylistically considers the healing from childhood trauma. Note: due to adult content, viewer discretion is strongly advised.
“On the Whistle” (20 mins) Directed TJ Noel-Sullivan
Combining elements of the sports movie and the teen drama, this film offers a memorable take on diverse authority figures.
By Hannah Ruth Earl
Available Dec 3, 2020 at 12 am until Dec 5 at 11:59 pm
Register to get the free ticket / password for the screening!
Live Q&A with Dramatic Shorts Filmmakers on Dec 5 Friday at 6 pm Pacific Time & 8 pm Eastern Time
Q&A with with Dramatic Shorts Filmmakers, moderated by Hannah Ruth Earl