PAPER PLANES (17 min) A woman with agoraphobia and the airbnb guest across the hall strike up a correspondence that becomes something more for the holidays. Directors: Michael Glover Smith, Alyssa Thordarson
WORLD PREMIERE! Audience Q&As with filmmaker Michael Glover Smith, filmmaker and star Alyssa Thordarson and star Shaina Schrooten after both screenings!
THE BEST CHEF IN THE WORLD (20 min) The French Laundry, run by legendary chef Thomas Keller, has often been recognized as the best restaurant in the world, but few know the story of its original founder, Sally Schmitt.
Director: Ben Proudfoot
BALL PEOPLE (13 min) Each year, hundreds of people apply to join the Ball Crew at the US Open tennis tournament. Through a surprisingly rigorous tryout process, only a few dozen are ultimately selected.
Director: Scott Lazar
MINYAN DUTY (14 min) Hoping to say Kaddish after their mother’s death, Leah and Ariel find themselves one person short of making a Minyan—the quorum of ten Jewish adults required for evening prayer service.
Director: Ivan Kander
Screenings
SATURDAY, APRIL 15 at 6:00pm
SUNDAY, APRIL 16 at 2:00pm
About this Short Block
“Spotlight” is an exclusive showcase of highly-curated short films, carefully selected from a prestigious national festivals. Each film is a true gem, featuring exceptional storytelling, breathtaking cinematography, and outstanding performances from talented actors. These shorts cover a wide range of genres, from drama to comedy, documentary to narrative with themes that will captivate and inspire audiences.
