The Run

(Drama / United States / Digital Beta / 30 minutes)

A degenerate gambler, fleeing Las Vegas and a series of debts, sets out on a midnight drive for “better days” in San Diego. On the way there, however, he becomes plagued by a hunch that one last time at the blackjack tables might be worth going back.

Director / Producer: Gene Zaremski

Writers: Gene Zaremski and H. Lee Barnes

Contact: Yoss422@AOL.COM

Save Me

(Suspense / Thriller / United States / Beta SP / 18 minutes)

“Save Me” is the story of human rights worker Rita Lambert who, upon her return to the U.S. from her post in a Central American country, finds herself the target of mysterious phone calls and threats. As Rita’s fear grows in this psychological thriller, she tries desperately to convince those around her that she’s in very real danger.

Director / Writer: Jennifer Getzinger

Producers: Melanie Miller and Diane Becker

Contact: JGetzinger@gmail.com

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Ad Agency: Solid Films / Client: Dr. Tattoff

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Director: Joseph H. Biancaniello

Thirsty

(Drama / United States / Beta SP / 10 minutes)

A man overshadowed by his deceased mother’s legacy begins the process of letting go of the past, no matter where it may be buried.

Director: Bo Mehrad

Producers: Amanda Doss, Caitlin Cassaro, and Bo Mehrad

Writer: Caitlin Mia Cassaro

Contact: adoss@uglybetty.com

Zekuu

(Drama / Japan / Digital Beta / 27 minutes)

A coming of age story of two sorrowful and confused Japanese women who find solace in each others’ company. Tatsuki, the main character, decides to eradicate her sorrow with the help of her friend Shinobu, an accomplished tattoo artist. Both of the women undergo a spiritual metamorphosis through the expression of the art of “Shisei” (Tattoo).

Director / Writer: Katsura Murata

Producers: Kakuichi Murata and Katsura Murata

Contact: katsuramurata@hotmail.com

Anonymous

(Action / Adventure / United States / Beta SP / 9 minutes)

A young American soldier is lost in World War II France. Fighting for survival, he finds himself face to face with the enemy, and is forced to deal with the human aspect of war.

Director / Writer: Max Pachman

Producers: Mark Mavrothalasitis and Malcolm Gray

Contact: m-pachman@northwestern.edu

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Ad Agency: The Works, Sydney / Client: MTV Australia

MTV celebrates an Aussie icon.

Director: Michael Wong