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12:00 - 2:00PM
Introduction - Ron Tibbett, Founder and Director
Time Step - Written and Directed by Richard Kuller
A tap-dance teacher gets into a row with the mother of an unruly kid and loses his job. Wandering the streets, he happens into an old converted ballroom and is offered a job as the janitor by the tap-dancing owner. This film is a narrative short about rhythm, odd balls, possibilities, and the joy of tap dancing.
Sneak Preview - The Magnolia has arranged for the initial screening of a brand new documentary before its "official" world premier. The film follows the extraordinary year in the life of small Southern town as it is torn apart trying to decide whether or not to let a Wal-Mart Super Store in.
Elvis Doesn't Sing Anymore - Written and Directed by Nick Simpson
Mandy is a young girl who is bored with her life, living in a drab suburb of Sheffield, England. While Mandy is out walking in the park one day, she meets a man who tells her he's Elvis Presley. Having given up singing, they build a relationship together robbing banks, and gain instant notoriety. The police, highly embarrassed by the publicity, eventually capture Elvis. Mandy, who's lost her faith in God, needs a miracle and asks for one...
Standards - Written and Directed by Dan Boord and Luis Valdovino
Within Standards we encounter Paellas in Spain, a pot of chili in Kremmling, Colorado, a hog-calling contest in Ohio, guided tours of the first atomic bomb test site, a wedding in Argentina, and internet rumors of blood sucking animals which seem to be terrorizing Mexico and Puerto Rico and Wal-Marts everywhere. This experimental documentary is a travelogue of portions of the United States, Europe and Latin America at the end of the Twentieth Century.
The Eulogy - Written and Directed by John Kozak
This film chronicles long buried jealousies that rise to the surface when a family unites for the eulogy of a departed parent.
A Whole New Day - Written and Directed by William Garcia
This film explores the possibility of a tragic day in the life of a man (James Gandolfini of The Sopranos) that may or may not have ever taken place.
Nice Shot - Written and Directed by D. Mason Bendewald
Sondre Zinx is a passionate film director, casting his latest "masterpiece" in a New York City loft. He is searching for an actor who can follow his direction "...to a tee. Someone with balls." Dusty Riggs just might have that special something Sondre is looking for, but how far is Dusty willing to go to get his big break?
The Big Yellow Balloon - Written and Directed by Kent Moorehead
A story about growing old is beautifully told in this age-old tale.
Roswell - Written, Photographed and Directed by Bill Brown
Why would a UFO crash in desolate Roswell, New Mexico and not, say, Malibu? That question bugged filmmaker Bill Brown, who traveled there and spent six months exploring that question, plus why any of us are where we are and what we're doing here.
Chromium Hook - Produced by Ace Allgood and Written and Directed by James Stranger
A young couple, parked at Passion Point, ignore the urgent news bulletin broadcast through the car radio. The local DJ warns them that a one-armed lunatic has just escaped from the insane asylum. Rustling leaves and metallic scrapings alert them to the immediate danger they're in. She screams. He starts the car. Tires squeal. A loud thud and a blood-curdling howl introduce us to the story of what really happened on Halloween night in a meeting place below the Spinard Institute, a center for the treatment of psychological disorders, in the lovely town of Nimrod.
Throw Me A Line - Written and Directed by Lee Eypper
What happens when two girls, a guy, and a white wine spritzer come together? Will Mia stop talking? Will Sherry resume dating? Is Bob a stand-up kind of guy? And does any bartender truly know how to mix a chocolate martini? It can get pretty complicated when you try to throw someone a line...
The Promise - Written by Patricia Chica and Annie Poitras and Directed by Patricia Chica
The Promise is an urban and romantic comedy set in Montreal that recounts 24 hours in the life of Victoria, an aspiring young singer. Thirteen years ago, as two 12-year-olds, Victoria and Jimmy, her first adolescent boyfriend, pledged to meet on Dec. 31, 1999 on Mount Royal to celebrate Victoria's 25th birthday and the beginning of the new millennium. Will they keep their promise?
The Girl's Room - Written by Amanda L. Beall and Directed by Irene Turner
The Girl's Room is an ensemble drama about Grace, a classic Southern belle obsessed with her impending graduation from college and upcoming wedding, and Casey, Grace's nonconformist roommate, who hates everything she stands for. When Casey accidentally puts Grace's plan in danger, she decides to get even...
9:45 - 10:15PM
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