Limpia - Directed by Jesahel Newton-Bernal, USA, 10:35, World Premiere
Convinced she is haunted by bad luck, Valentina gets a Limpia in an attempt to get rid of it. Nonetheless, she continues seeing her misfortune unfold as she explores the meaning of a fulfilling life.
Congratulations - Directed by Emma Rose Hall-Martin, USA, 10:12, NYC Premiere
On the day of her mother's wedding, 15-year-old Delia grapples with a strange moment that happened the night before with her soon-to-be stepfather. As the wedding setup swirls around Delia in her home, she attempts to find someone to talk to who will tell her how to feel and what to think. But she only finds herself falling deeper into confusion--about what happened and about her own role as a budding sexual being, and what adults around her will assume.
Frankie - Directed by James Kautz, USA, 10:31, Brooklyn Premiere
Frankie, a non-binary trans person, crashes their ex-partner’s men-only 12 step meeting, determined to be heard... no matter the cost.
Getting There - Directed by Tyler Crosby, USA, 24:05, World Premiere
In the hopes to end a vicious cycle of overeating and avoid suffering the same fate as his mother, a young man puts himself through a rigorous workout program.
At The Sea - Directed by Wenxiao Li, USA, 9:31, NYC Premiere
The protagonist Jack wrote a script for shooting. However, his girlfriend became very mad after seeing it. Jack comes to his friend for comfort, but his friend is curious about his script as well. The shooting starts, Jack's life overlaps with his script. He re-takes a reflection on his intimacy. And the story goes to a director which he hates most.
How To Open A Clam - Directed by Lisa Romagnoli, USA, 13:16
A young man (Adam) and his two friends are on a weekend beach trip at Adam’s family house, but the vacation becomes disrupted after a clamming expedition when Adam becomes frustrated by his inability to open a clam, and his growing obsession threatens to destroy friendships.