Short Film Program # 17 – Life; On The Rocks

God and Vodka - 'God and Vodka' is the story of a writer's final attempt to capture the words and memories, both touching and comedic, of a relationship that ended all too soon. Evelyn and Ben grew up in a small Maryland town and have shared a quirky on-again, off-again relationship ever since their childhood years. They found interesting company in one another, most often in the belfry of her father's church. It was there, and throughout their sleepy railroad town, where they forged a bond both expected to last a lifetime. Through the power of Evelyn's written words, she pieces together the millions of moments they shared, while creating an entirely new scene - perhaps their last - that will bring them together for one more day.  Directed by: Daniel Stine

Playfish - When Claire Marie Winters grows up, she will be a successful corporate law attorney, admired by her coworkers, and always one step ahead of everyone else, or at least that’s what she has planned for her future …

“Playfish” is an experimental short exploring the conflict that exists between our childhood aspirations and the reality of our futures. As children, we often become captivated by what the future will hold, but no matter how carefully we plan out our dreams, at some point, the need to change our path may become obvious. This narrative examines that precise moment of realization, the moment we are aware we are heading in the wrong direction, the moment that alters our life course. Directed by: Jillian Suleski

Aftershock - Aftershock is the story of a man who loses his family in the 2008 Sichuan
Earthquake. Subsequently, he becomes an illegal immigrant in New York City
working for a cruel boss. With nothing but bitter memories and hardship, he
struggles to make a human connection.   Directed by: George Billard

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