First Take Short Series
2024 approx 2 hr
Join us as we celebrate the work of local filmmakers with another installment of the First Take Shorts series. Our diverse lineup will feature some of the best independently produced works by local filmmakers, who range from students to seasoned professionals.
Followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers. Ambler and County screenings will feature different shorts – catch them both! Free for Members.
OFFICIAL SELECTIONS
Adjournment
13 min - dir. Samantha Kennedy
May is a perfectionist who is in a position where she is only focused on her education and chess. Recently she has given up on chess, but an unexpected visitor from the past opens her mind by showing her his. She becomes thrown off balance from her perfectionistic ways until he shows her another sign, which helps her understand his message.
We’re All Going To The Whale
6 min - dir. Daniel Krantman
A group of friends travels to Atlantic city to see a beached whale and study how people interact with it.
Canvas
10 min - dir. Logan McCurry, Mitchell Workman
Jackson, a Vietnam War Veteran, uses his art to work through his trauma and PTSD.
True Colors
3 min - dir. Alexa Cristoaica
A chameleon is put in jeopardy by his inability to blend in with his surroundings. Fortunately for him, one's flaw might not necessarily be their downfall.
Tomorrow & Forever
17 min - dir. Justin O’Neill
Two estranged siblings reunite at their childhood beach house after their parents pass away.
Appa Tales: Stories From My Grandfather
6 min - dir. Noah Shin
A grandfather recounts stories from his childhood when he was growing up during and after the Korean War.
The Politics of Girl Eat Girl Friendships
7 min - dir. Lysia Mogford, Joshua Afiriyie
As they wait for the result of a pregnancy test, two roommates navigate the complex and competitive nature of growing up femme presenting people and how it affects their friendship.
“the one that got away”
4 min - dir. Jes Vasquez
Jacqueline will never forget the moment she met Billy, and found her other half. Now, her best friend is adulting and Jacqueline is faced with a choice.
Millie’s Care Free Day
9 min - dir. Michael Licisyn
Weighed down and despondent from crushing depression, Millie tries to escape the daily grind by deciding today will be different. However, she must first confront her trauma before it consumes her.
Sixes & Sevens
14 min - dir. Ryan Hammaker
A life favorably lived with a mind that omits the path of history, greatness, and achievement.
OFFICIAL SELECTIONSDirector Various
Country USA
Language English
