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2019 PHOENIX FILM FESTIVAL
PHOENIX FILM FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CONTENTS
OFFICERS Alison Frost - Board Chair Lori Alderfer - President Brent Stokes - Vice Chair Diana Sheehan - Treasurer Katie Kenny - Secretary
THE FESTIVAL
DIRECTORS Monica Apodaca James Christian Susanna Kilby Lisa Larson Norma Parraz Mario Romero Jeff Sobotka Ira Wechter
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Reel Friends
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Partnership Recognition
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Festival Staff
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Festival 101
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Opening Night Events
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SCREENING & PROGRAMS 17
Feature-Length Film Competition
24 Short Films
NATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD Chris LaMont, President Leslie Benner, Vice President Greg Bernstein - Stephanie Dowling Linda Herold - Jim Manley Rick McCartney - Sentari Minor Slobodan Popovic - Beth Reynolds PHOENIX FILM FOUNDATION 7000 E Mayo Blvd, Suite 1059 Phoenix, AZ 85054 www.PhxFilm.com PHOENIX FILM FESTIVAL 2019 OFFICIAL PROGRAM Rick McCartney – Publisher Jason Carney – Editorial Director Benjamin Little – Graphic Designer Kyley Warren – Asst. Editorial Director
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Showcase Features
49 Arizona Films 52 Retro Showcase 56 Consular Diplomacy Showcase 58 Unified by Film 56 Recent Retro 63 Int’l Horror and Sci-Fi Film Festival 64 IHSFF Showcase Features 68 Horror Features 69 Sci-Fi Features 70 Horror Shorts 71
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2019 PHOENIX FILM FESTIVAL STAFF ADMINISTRATION
Apryl Guthrie
Tanner Stechnij
Sam Kirkland
Cassandra Nicholson
Jason Carney
Guest Relations Coordinator
Leigh Ann Dolan
Guest Relations Coordinator
Michael Hardesty
Guest Relations Coordinator
Aaron Kes
Guest Relations Coordinator
Monte Yazzie
Merchandise Coordinator
Executive Director Managing Director
Development Director IFP Phoenix Program Director IHSFF Festival Director
AUCTION Brenda Berliner
Kelli Yeakey
Pamela Wilson
Monte Yazzie
Phoenix Film Foundation At-A-Glance
Ben Cahlamer
Mission Statement
Sue Wilson
Merchandise Coordinator
IHSFF PROGRAMMING
EDUCATION
Danny Marianino
IHSFF Program Director
Aaron Kes
IHSFF Horror Program Director
Bob Marquis
IHSFF Sci-Fi Program Director
Carol Gibson
Kids’ Day Director
Ernie Quiroz
Latino Directed Films Programmer
Brandon Kinchen
Student Education Director
African-American Directed Films Programmer
Deborah Bello
Auction Director
IFP Program Director
Student Film Programmer
Michael Stackpole
MARKETING Lauren Hansen
Native American Films Programmer LGBTQ Programmer
TECHNICAL Dan Gluck
Technical Director
THEATRE OPERATIONS Vanessa Hodges
Theatre Operations Auditorium Director
Linda Nguyen
Joe Gruberman
Marketing Director
Theatre Operations Lobby Director
Martin Freetage
Festival Art Director
Hunter Brockman
Sean Oliver
David Miller
Promotions Manager
Tyler Riggs
Marketing Outreach Manager
Seminar Director
Student Education Coordinator Film Challenge Director
Linda Nguyen Rich Fowler
Theatre Operations Lobby Manager
Ray Schillaci
Film Presentation Manager
Michael Alvarez
Filmmaker Fusion Director
Amy Betts
Art Designer
Theatre Operations Coordinator
EVENTS
Lisa Marie Lara
Cristina Celaya
Samantha Wicker
Art Designer
Leslie Criger
Art Designer
Jillian Mason
Art Designer
Cassandra Nicholson
PFF Social Media Manager
Andrew Wright
IHSFF Social Media Director
Events Director
Entertainment Director Events Coordinator Events Coordinator Events Coordinator
Alex Patrick Merrill Brittany Rislund Lauren Pitts
Matthew Robinson Robin Miner
Promotions Coordinator
FILMMAKER RELATIONS Katie McLarty
PFF PROGRAMMING
Jessica Parks
PFF Features Program Director
Randy Robinson
PFF World Cinema Features Program Director
Filmmaker Relations Director Filmmaker Relations Manager Short Filmmaker Relations Director
Samantha Kade
Short Filmmaker Relations Manager
GUEST RELATIONS
Greg Hall
Slobodan Popovic Deb Hildebrandt
PFF Short Film Program Director
James Lee
PFF Showcase Film Programmer
Dana Lane
Jeff Mitchell
Guest Relations Director
PFF Showcase Film Consultant
Tessa Carney
Dan Gluck
Guest Relations Manager
Arizona Film Program Director
Chris Cox
Stan Bain
Guest Relations Coordinator
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The Phoenix Film Foundation is a 501c3 Non-profit Organization whose mission is to support and develop the artistic appreciation, educational opportunities and growth of independent film within Arizona. The Foundation’s primary functions through its programs are to promote the exhibition of independent films and conduct educational programs that teach the art of independent filmmaking.
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VOLUNTEER Kim Rodhouse
Volunteer Director
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Volunteer Coordinator
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PHOENIX FILM FESTIVAL 101 Hello super cool attendee! Whether you’re a film aficionado, a pop culture nerd, or one of the trailblazing creatives responsible for helping to make this event so special, we formally welcome you to the 2019 Phoenix Film Festival. In case there was ever any doubt, we’ll clear the air right now and inform you that if you love movies and you’re hoping to catch a lot of really good ones, this is absolutely the festival for you. So, take a deep breath, inhale the nearly-intoxicating scent of buttered popcorn, and hold on tight to your tickets. Here we go….. IT’S A MARATHON, NOT A SPRINT. With eleven days of film festival, we encourage you to pace yourself. Our lineup is comprised of favored festival films from this past season, beloved classics, fresh shorts and creative pieces developed from some of Arizona’s very own filmmakers – so trust us, you’ll have every opportunity to channel your inner-film nerd and expand your creative horizons over these next few days. Need some help trying to understand the categories? Check out pages 17, 23, 27, 31, 49, 52, 56, 58 and 63. Those pages will help get you zoned in on what types of movie you’ll be interested in. You’ve got eleven days, so be bold and see a little bit of everything.
80 PAGES OF ADVICE Consider this quirky little program to be your most valued and treasured possession at this year’s festival, as it’s jam-packed with informative tidbits, synopses of featured, buzzworthy flicks, and even our official film screening schedule, which can be found on pages 40 to 46. This book is a novelty item and it’s an integral part of ensuring that you get the most out of your festival-going experience. You can also find specific film location information in our handy index on pages 77 and 78. Additionally, the individual film pages give fantastic insight into what a specific film is about and who made it. We’ve even included a photo still from each movie for all of you cinematography-buffs. While you’re flipping through the pages of this program, be sure to also take a look at our sponsors and show them some love. We wouldn’t be able to put on this festival – and to continue expanding it and making it better every year – without them and their continued support.
PASSES AND TICKETS ARE THE KEY TO THE CINEMA Our Festival Ticket Center is just the ticket for movie fun. We are located a few doors east of the Harkins Scottsdale 101 Theatre with a big banner over the door - you can’t miss it! The Ticket Center is your go-to for purchasing any tickets or passes, as well as picking up any tickets or passes purchased online. It’s important to know that even if you have a pass, you still need a physical ticket to see a film --- and the Ticket Center is your place to go! Our Ticket Center is staffed with a handful of friendly volunteers who are here to make sure you have the best Festival experience possible. While they’re obviously very cool, talented and stylish – among many other things – please remember that they are not magicians. We encourage you to get your tickets early before your top picks sell out. Once tickets are gone, they’re gone! And with our lineup this year, a pass to one of our feature films is arguably the hottest ticket in the Valley. Want to get more bang for your buck? Pro tip: Buy a pass. You can save a bit of money and catch more of the great films playing at the festival.
EVERYBODY LINE UP. SINGLE FILE PLEASE. If there was ever a line that actually felt worth it to wait in, it’s undoubtedly the ticket line at the Phoenix Film Festival. No, seriously. Beyond getting the build-up of excitement for all of
the films and events that lie ahead at this year’s festival while waiting in line, you’ll find that there’s also a remarkable sense of comradery among our attendees. Whether you’re an amateur to our festival or you’ve visited enough times to lose count, you’ll fit right in with our audiences. And hey, you might even find a movie buddy along the way. So, chat up your fellow line members and get the scoop on the best films they’ve seen so far this year, or the ones they’re ready to rush to the theater to see this summer. We have 3 different lines based on the type of pass or ticket you have. • Line 1 is for VIP/Filmmakers/Press/Golden Ticket. If you have one of those passes, your group will be seated first. • Line 2 is for Festival passholders. You seat next. • Line 3 is for Super Flex Pass/Flex Pass/Single Ticket holders. If you want to be seated earlier, you can upgrade at any point onsite at the Festival Ticket Center!
AND YOU THOUGHT IT WAS JUST MOVIES. So, you’ve been watching movie after movie, and now you feel like you need a break? Well first, that sounds like a pretty good problem to have. And second, lucky for you, we’ve got more than just movies going for us. Head on over to the biggest film party in Arizona, with the Arizona Republic Party Pavilion during Opening Weekend. There you’ll find music, bars, parties, and even free filmmaker panels. Don’t forget to check out our silent auction where you can bid on cool stuff while helping out this awesome non-profit!
WHAT’S WITH ALL OF THESE FILMMAKERS? Sure, you could be perfectly content watching a great film festival movie. But what if we told you there would also be filmmakers there talking about how the movie was made? Of course, you’d be ridiculously excited. Ridiculously! Maybe the only thing that filmmakers actually love more than making movies is… well, talking about them. You can hear them do just that immediately following many festival screenings. Don’t be shy; feel free to ask your questions about their films. Don’t worry, they’re friendly. And also, sometimes really funny. And they’re just excited to share their art with you!
HOW COOL ARE OUR VOLUNTEERS? If volunteering is cool, then consider PFF volunteers the Idris Elbas of film festivals. We’re putting it out there. Our volunteers are truly the coolest. They’re helpful, they’re energetic and they’re arguably one of our favorite things about the festival. We might be biased, but they’re also super fashionable and stylish in their PFF volunteer shirts. If you have any questions, please reach out to them and they’ll gladly get you answers or point you in the right direction. Also, give them a hearty thanks for volunteering their time to this great non-profit organization. Well, that should do it. This should get you on your way to enjoying the 2019 Phoenix Film Festival. Have a great time and thanks for being a part of Arizona’s largest film festival.
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2019 Visionary Award — Rick McCartney Rick McCartney has been a central business leader in Phoenix for the past 23 years. As President and CEO of InMedia Company, he is responsible for developing and producing many brands and businesses, including local, regional and national publications, media products and startup technologies. He hails from Los Angeles, where he worked at William Morris Agency - starting in the mailroom - and later moved on to The Walt Disney Company and Hollywood Pictures. He has worked to empower Arizona’s film industry working with the Arizona Film & Digital Media office, and has been an advocate for legislation to provide incentives and other opportunities to build a robust film industry in Arizona.
He is a member of several boards including one•n•ten, Children’s Museum of Phoenix, Local First Arizona, Phoenix Film Foundation Advisory Board and the Governors’ Workforce Council, among others, and is a member of Greater Phoenix Leadership. He is involved with New Pathways for Youth as a mentor to two youth and works with many children’s and educational organizations to form strong career pathways and opportunities for underprivileged children and their families. Rick is an advocate for revised education policy, foster care policy and economic development opportunities in Arizona. His son, Camron attends University of Arizona, where he too, has already demonstrated a talent for entrepreneurship. He enjoys
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Closing Night Film: The Farewell Run Time: 100 minutes Screening Time: Sunday, April 14 at 7:00pm Directed by: Lulu Wang Cast: Awkwafina, Tzi Ma, Diana Lin, Zhao Shuzhen, Lu Hong, Jiang Yongbo Synopsis: After learning their beloved matriarch has terminal lung cancer, a family opts not to tell her about the diagnosis, instead scheduling an impromptu wedding-reunion back in China. Headstrong and emotional writer, Billi, rebels against her parents’ directive to stay in New York and joins the family as they awkwardly attempt to rekindle old bonds, throw together a wedding that only grandma is actually looking forward to, and surreptitiously say their goodbyes. A heartfelt celebration of both the way we perform family and the way
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Boom Run Time: 85 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 12:55 pm Saturday, April 6 at 7:15 pm • Sunday, April 7 at 10:10 am Directed by: Jordan Albertsen Cast: The Sonics, Mike McCready, Mark Arm, Nancy Wilson, Chris Ballew. Synopsis: “Boom” tells the untold story of one of rock ‘n’ roll’s wildest and most influential bands, The Sonics. For the first time ever, all five original members of the band tell the true story of how it all went down, beginning to end. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friend Brent Stokes
Cruel Hearts Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 11:10am Saturday, April 6 at 5:25pm • Sunday, April 7 at 10:10am Directed by: Paul Osborne Cast: Patrick Day, Alev Aydin, Bonnie Root, Melora Hardin, Eddie Jemison, Marion Kerr, Dawn Brodey Synopsis: A young man discovers the woman he’s been seeing is married to a notorious crime boss. Worried that this gangster will soon discover the affair and seek revenge, the young man decides to confess his transgression and beg for forgiveness. The ploy works, and the pair form a very unusual, and ultimately dangerous, friendship. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Becky and Michael Hardesty
General Magic Run Time: 95 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 12 at 9:00 am Friday, April 5 at 6:55pm • Saturday, April 6 at 9:10am Sunday, April 7 at 2:25pm Directed by: Sarah Kerruish and Matt Maude Cast: Marc Porat, Megan Smith, Tony Fadell, Andy Hertzfeld, Darin Adler, Joanna Hoffman, Kevin Lynch Synopsis: The side of Silicon Valley you never see, “General Magic” is a tale of how great vision and epic failure can change the world. From the first smartphones to social media, e-commerce and even the emoji, the ideas that now dominate our day-to-day lives were born at General Magic. This is the story of one of history’s most talented teams. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friend Hepcats Technologies
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Hudson Run Time: 75 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 11:05am Saturday, April 6 at 3:30pm • Sunday, April 7 at 4:30pm Directed by: Sean Cunningham Cast: David Neal Levin, Gregory Lay, Mary Catherine Greenawalt and Richard Masur Synopsis: After the death of his mother, recluse Hudson is surprised by a visit from his estranged but charming cousin, Ryan. The pair agree to spread their loved one’s ashes, but the odd couple’s simple road trip becomes a dysfunctional adventure when they meet a free-spirit, Sunrise. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Michael and Pamela Gordon
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Off the Rails Run Time: 95 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 5:25pm Saturday, April 6 at 9:00am • Sunday, April 7 at 2:25pm Directed by: Damian Fitzsimmons
The Grounds Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 7:35 pm Saturday, April 6 at 11:10 am • Sunday, April 7 at 2:30 pm
Cast: James Robert Wood, Vance Vlasek, David Gallegos, Otmara Marrero, Courtney Dlugos, Kelly Aishling Gray, Steven D. Mairano
Directed by: Peter O’Melia
Synopsis: It’s the early 1970s in Florida, not long after the “summer of love”: social growth, political awareness and unrest. Best friends Chris, Liam and Manny float happily through the youth-fueled counterculture. As lovable as they are inept, the three friends decide to open their own bar without any knowledge or experience, and the good times mix with sheer folly.
Synopsis: Alcoholic Calvin cons his way into a job tending the grounds of a hillside mansion owned by the reclusive Jack. On the night Calvin stumbles into a bathroom to see Jack with a gun to his head, an unlikely friendship is born.
Cast: Michael Welch,Trevor Morgan, Ashley Hinshaw, Allison Paige
Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friend Susanna Kilby
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The Wrong Todd Run Time: 90 minutes
The Weight of Water Run Time: 80 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 5:00pm Saturday, April 6 at 3:35pm • Sunday, April 7 at 10:25am
Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 3:20pm Saturday, April 6 at 7:35pm • Sunday, April 7 at 12:20pm Directed by: Rob Schulbaum Cast: Jesse Rosen, Anna Rizzo, Sean Carmichael, Derek K. Moore, Erin Rose
Directed by: Michael Brown
Synopsis: Todd faces losing everything after his evil twin from a parallel universe arrives to steal his girlfriend.
Cast: Erik Weihenmayer, Lonnie Bedwell, Harlan Taney, Robert Raker
Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Susan and Robert Greenberger
Synopsis: “The Weight of Water” is the story of a blind adventurer taking on an improbable challenge, solo kayaking the Grand Canyon. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Sharon and Ken Hettick
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This World Alone Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 1:15pm Saturday, April 6 at 11:20am • Sunday, April 7 at 4:40pm
Vanilla
Directed by: Jordan Noel
Run Time: 90 minutes
Cast: Belle Adams, Lau’rie Roach, Carrie Walrond Hood, Sophie Edwards, Brandon O’Dell
Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 2:55pm Saturday, April 6 at 1:10pm • Sunday, April 7 at 4:40pm
Synopsis: Following a cataclysmic event, which left the Earth without technology, Sam — a book-obsessed, teenage girl — lives in seclusion with her two mother figures. After an accident, she’s pushed out of her protective world and forced to put her makeshift parents’ opposing worldviews to the test as she faces the physical and emotional challenges of a world reclaimed by nature.
Directed by: Will Dennis
Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Yvette & Bernie Goldstein
Cast: Will Dennis, Kelsea Bauman-Murphy, Kathryn Grody, Eddie Alfano, Taylor Hess, Johnny Sibilly, Aparna Nancherla Synopsis: A freewheeling comedian determined to save her family business persuades an uptight entrepreneur to go on a long first date - a road trip to New Orleans. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friend Luc Leemans
Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin
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Run Time: 70 minutes
Run Time: 95 min
Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 9:20 am Saturday, April 6 at 5:30 pm • Sunday, April 7 at 12:35 pm
Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 9:00am Saturday, April 6 at 3:15pm • Sunday, April 7 at 12:15pm Friday, April 12 at 3:30pm • Saturday, April 13 at 1:30pm Sunday, April 14 at 10:10am
Directed by: Arwen Curry Cast: Ursula K. Le Guin, Margaret Atwood, Neil Gaiman, David Mitchell, Michael Chabon and more
Directed by: Tony Dean Smith
Synopsis: Decades before Hogwarts, Ursula K. Le Guin invited young readers to wizard school in her classic “Earthsea” fantasy series, and dazzled the science fiction world with masterworks like “The Left Hand of Darkness” and “The Dispossessed”. Produced with her participation over 10 years, the film is a breathtaking journey through the groundbreaking writer’s career and worlds, both real and fantastic.
Cast: Adrian Glynn McMorran, Magda Apanowicz, John Cassini, Frank Cassini, Aleks Paunovic, Bill Marchant
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Synopsis: “Volition” is a mind-bending, sci-fi thriller about a man afflicted with clairvoyance who tries to change his fate when a series of events leads to a vision of his own imminent murder. But as he sets out to avoid his certain death, he comes to see that his presentient condition is not quite what it seems.
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LIVE ACTION SHORTS A Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 5:30 pm Saturday, April 6 at 3:20 pm Sunday, April 7 at 10:05 am Monday, April 8 at 10:15 am
A Boy’s Fear
The Parable of the Disappearing Recliner
Directed by: Elisabeth Gray Synopsis: When Frank picks up his recliner from his ex-wife Donna, they learn what’s left of their marriage...and what must be left behind.
A Boy’s Fear
Directed by: Samson Alli Synopsis: A young boy must face a very personal fear.
Jameson
Directed by: John Humber Synopsis: A man’s peaceful life is disrupted when three dangerous travelers lay siege to his secluded cabin in the woods.
A Cohort of Guests Scrap
Directed by: Leena Pendharkar Synopsis: After getting fired, a young single mother, Beth, finds herself living in her car and struggles to hide her homelessness from her estranged brother Ben.
Just a Question
Directed by: Roy Eisenstein Synopsis: A homeless man asks a simple question and simply solves it himself.
Directed by: Todd Sandler Synopsis: A group of friends enjoy a casual summer dinner party until they are shockingly interrupted by an uninvited guest.
Eclipse
Directed by: Jason Ruscio Synopsis: Loss and fear as seen through the war-torn eyes of a young boy, captured in stark black and white without a word of dialogue.
LIVE ACTION SHORTS B Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 7:10 pm Saturday, April 6 at 9:20 am Sunday, April 7 at 12:25 pm Monday, April 8 at 12:30 pm
Peggy
Directed by: Justin O’Neal Miller Synopsis: Everything seems to work out perfectly for Peggy, but she is put to the test when she throws a birthday party for her eight-year-old son.
Soliloqy
Directed by: Marion Kerr Synopsis: After being surrounded by guests at the wedding of his mother to his own uncle, Hamlet finally has a moment to himself... herself...themselves.
Suncatcher
Directed by: Parker Croft Synopsis: For months Kira has been living out of her car in Venice, California. Today that changes.
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Never Land
Every Other Weekend
Disappearing Inka
A Cilivlized Life
Never Land
Directed by: Josh Victor Rothstein Synopsis: “Every Other Weekend” is a day-in-the-life story about the volatile relationship between a strong willed 10 year old girl and her misguided alcoholic mother. Directed by: Victoria Keon-Cohen Synopsis: In Utah 1870, two girls pursue their independence as survival endures over morality.
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Directed by: Nathan Cole Synopsis: Inka is leaving her world and reappearing in unusual locations. With the help of her brother she must figure out why, before she disappears forever. Directed by: Brett Smith Synopsis: “Never Land” is the story of an inner-city foster boy who has nothing but his imagination. His only escape comes from his nightly dreams to Neverland.
ANIMATED SHORTS Run Time: 75 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 1:15 pm • Saturday, April 6 at 5:20 pm Sunday, April 7 at 10:15 am • Tuesday, April 9 at 12:25 pm
Lullaby Theories: Babies & Babies & Babies
Directed by: Clara Lehmann, Jonathan Lacocque Synopsis: What could we learn if we discovered a parallel universe--a sister Earth? In this episode of Lullaby Theories, we discuss the muchdebated inflation theory.
Toasted
Directed by: Chad Janusch Synopsis: A drunk considers other options with the help of an unlikely friend.
L’Homme et le Poisson
Directed by: Lewis Leon Synopsis: Set against the backdrop of a vast, frozen tundra; a grizzled fisherman gets his comeuppance from a vindictive, yet familiar fish.
The Blues Crab
Directed by: Ari Rubenstein Synopsis: An old gnarled crab tells his story of loss and sorrow, hoping to save a couple young crabs from the life of blues he’s led.
The Seasons of Saguaro Sam
The Seasons of Saguaro Sam Directed by: Brian O’Connor Synopsis: A time lapse of Arizona’s seasons, or lack thereof, that features a saguaro cactus.
Novalis
Directed by: Chris Powell Synopsis: A lonely, lost orphan tries to find shelter in a desolate German village, where he finds a robot creature called Novalis.
The Indies: An Animated Short
Pour 585
Directed by: Patrick Smith Synopsis: A timid character with a wine glass for a head grows larger than his numbered peers while participating in a prosaic cycle of pouring.
Directed by: DJ Tony Dake, Chaz Bottoms Synopsis: Funded through Kickstarter, “The Indies: An Animated Short” looks to challenge how audiences view good vs. evil in this Hip-Hop Western.
Bristled
Red Tape
Directed by: Tsuneo Goda Synopsis: A story about two friends living on Yummy Island. Whenever Mogu is cooking, Perol just pops up and eats the yummy meal.
Directed by: David St. Clair Synopsis: In a digital dystopia, a man is mislabeled as an animal and faces dire consequences.
Directed by: Scott Farrell Synopsis: After countless blind dates, Bernard swears that his next date will be the one. But could her flaw be too much for him to overcome?
Mogu and Perol
COLLEGE SHORTS Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 1:20 pm • Saturday, April 6 at 11:15 am Sunday, April 7 at 6:55 pm • Wednesday, April 10 at 10:15 am
Lemonade
Directed by: Keegan Carlson Synopsis: A peculiar man finds himself amongst a duo eager to make some fresh lemonade.
Esta Es Tu Cuba | This is Your Cuba
Directed by: Brian Robau Synopsis: “Esta Es Tu Cuba” follows Anton, a young boy who is thrust into adulthood as the Cuban revolution tears his family apart.
Homecoming
Directed by: Jennifer Blair Synopsis: When a college sophomore returns home to share some important news with his parents, things don’t go exactly as he had expected… until they do.
The Incident
Directed by: Meedo Taha Synopsis: What happened at the bus-stop? The truth lies between a veiled Muslim woman, a migrant Syrian worker, and a gaggle of passengers to the mosque.
How to Live Your Life Correctly
Directed by: Xindi Lou Synopsis: A troubled, neurotic teenager pins all hope for an existential breakthrough on the love of her rebellious hospital roommate.
Snowball
Directed by: Paul Rivet Synopsis: Andre Willis, a black actor tired of typecasting and stereotypical roles, decides to audition for a lucrative television remake of Glengarry Glen Ross in whiteface.
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DOCUMENTARY SHORTS A Run Time: 95 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 3:25 pm Saturday, April 6 at 9:10 am • Sunday, April 7 at 2:25 pm Wednesday, April 10 at 12:30 pm
Jim’s Camelot
Directed by: Evan Falbaum Synopsis: Jim Bishop reflects on his life’s work, a massive castle he built by himself in the mountains of Colorado.
The Battle for Ranked Choice Voting
Directed by: Julie Mallozzi Synopsis: Facing a divisive political climate, Americans are changing the way they vote. Mainers lead the way, fighting entrenched interests to enact a powerful electoral reform.
Kenny
Directed by: Lukas Korver Synopsis: Kenny was among the first of the players in the NFL to begin kneeling in protest of racism, inequality, and social injustice. He continues that protest today.
Kenny
Dust Rising
Directed by: Lauren Schwartzman Synopsis: An eye-opening journey with dust from the microscopic to the global scale, to discover how dust can be both life-giving and deadly at the same time.
Forgotten
Directed by: Daniel Soares Synopsis: Jai Alai used to be one of America’s greatest sport. Today, it’s almost dead. “Forgotten” is about performing your art even if nobody is watching.
DOCUMENTARY SHORTS B Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 9:05 am Saturday, April 6 at 1:25 pm • Sunday, April 7 at 4:20 pm Thursday, April 11 at 10:15 am
Live from the Astroturf, Alice Cooper
Directed by: Steven Gaddis Synopsis: A life-long Alice Cooper super fan convinces the original lineup of his favorite band to reunite at his record store 40 years after they parted ways.
Out of the Shadows
Directed by: Adrienne von Wolffersdorff Synopsis: A theatre class at California State University, Long Beach, creates a play to tell the stories of undocumented immigrants from the community.
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Out of the Shadows
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WORLD CINEMA FILMS
Curtiz Run Time: 95 min Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 11:15 am Saturday, April 6 at 5:10 pm • Sunday, April 7 at 6:40 pm Directed by: Tamas Yvan Topolánszky Cast: Ferenc Lengyel, Evelin Dobos, Declan Hannigan, Nikolett Barabás, Scott Alexander Young, József Gyabronka, Andrew Hefler, Lili Bordán Synopsis: As America prepares to enter WW2, Hungarian film director Michael Curtiz grapples with political intervention and a dysfunctional relationship with his estranged daughter, amid the troubled production of “Casablanca” in 1942.
Families like Yours Run Time: 55 Min Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 9:15 am Saturday, April 6 at 3:35 pm Sunday, April 7 at 12:25 pm Directed by: Rodolfo Eduardo Moro Families Cast: Denis O’Hare, Hugo Redwood, Jessica Hawke, Liam Luque Duffy, Chris Crespo, Ian Switzer, Will Umali Behrens, Patrick Sean Duffy Synopsis: Follow six families as they attempt to balance work and school, rush kids to sports practice, and deal with diaper duty. From all across the nation and in all different stages of family life, these families represent a cross-section of the modern American family, the only difference is that they are LGBT families.
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Doing Money Run Time: 90 min Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 9:10 am Saturday, April 6 at 1:30 pm • Sunday, April 7 at 4:25 pm Directed by: Lynsey Miller Cast: Anca Dumitra, Allen Leech, Cosmina Stratan, Voica Oltean, Alina Ioana Serban, Dragos Bucur, Karen Hassan, Sergiu Costache, Alec Secareanu, Tom Glynn-Carney Synopsis: A young Romanian woman is snatched in broad daylight from a London street, trafficked to Ireland and used as a sex slave in a series of ‘pop-up’ brothels. Her shocking true story offers a tense and thought-provoking thriller exposing how, in modern Britain, slavery can hide in plain sight.
Finding Alice Run Time: 80 min Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 5:35 pm Saturday, April 6 at 1:20 pm Sunday, April 7 at 10:00 am Directed by: Pablo Fernandez Cast: Emma Melkersson, John La Briola Synopsis: Erin lives on the streets but cheats her way into a job at a nursing home. She ends up stealing cash and going on the run, kidnapping one of the patients in the process. But Erin’s frantic escape gradually turns into an inspirational and revealing road trip due to the unconventional relationship which develops between her and her kidnap victim.
The River Within Run Time: 110 minutes
Modified Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 3:30pm Saturday, April 6 at 11:25am • Sunday, April 7 at 10:20am Directed by: Aube Giroux Cast: Dr. Jane Goodall, Rachel Parent, Andrew Kimbrell, George Naylor Synopsis: In the award-winning documentary, “Modified,” the filmmaker and her mother embark on a personal and poignant investigative journey to find out why genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are not labeled on food products in the United States and Canada, despite being labeled in 64 countries around the world.
Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 12:50 pm Saturday, April 6 at 7:20 pm Sunday, April 7 at 12:00 pm Directed by: Ivan Botha Cast: Donnalee Roberts, Simoné Nortmann, Chanelle de JagerKey, Ilse Klink, Carla Classen Synopsis: In “The River Within” we meet five women who are all drowning in the rough waters of their own realities. For individual reasons, these women end up together on ‘Adventure Therapy’ on the Orange River for a river-rafting trip. During this adventure, their raft is swept away and their guide is lost in the terrifying water. The women are left to their own devices to survive in the wilderness, unaware of the fact that their own realities and life experiences have already prepared them for the challenges ahead. But will that be enough? “The River Within” is an adventure film about selfdiscovery, self-acceptance, forgiveness and healing.
What Men Long For Run Time: 100 min Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 7:20 pm Saturday, April 6 at 11:05 am • Sunday, April 7 at 6:30 pm Directed by: Rudolf Havlík Cast: Anna Polivkova, Jiri Langmajer, Tana Pauhofova, Matej Hadek Synopsis: The charismatic and self-confident man, Karel Král, is an editor-in-chief of men’s magazine. Although a chauvinistic type, he is very popular with women. However, he struggles in his personal life. He frequently argues with his ex-wife over their 17 year-old daughter, who despises his new way of life. Then the consequences of his behavior catch up with him. He loses his job, and the editor-in-chief position is given to a young and beautiful woman. But his bad luck does not end there. After another fight with his ex-wife and daughter, and a woman driver crashing into his car, Karel and his best friend Čestmír have an evening of binge drinking. During the wild night, he expresses a wish to be a woman. When he wakes up the next morning he discovers that his wish has been granted...
Wolves Unleashed Against All Odds Run Time: 90 min Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 1:25 pm Saturday, April 6 at 9:20 am • Sunday, April 7 at 2:20 pm Directed by: Andrew Simpson Cast: Andrew Simpson, Sally Jo Sousa Synopsis: “Wolves Unleashed - Against All Odds,” is the next film in the award-winning series which follows worldrenowned animal trainer, Andrew Simpson. This time his journey takes him to China, where he and his team are given the difficult task of raising and training wild Mongolian wolves, for the Chinese blockbuster film “Wolf Totem.” PHXFILM.COM
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WORLD CINEMA SHORTS The Loss
The Loss (Spain)
Directed by: Machu Latorre Synopsis: A grieving widower copes with loss as he does laundry for the first time and faces life’s universal mystery … a missing sock.
Over the Wall (Israel)
Run Time: 85 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 11:05 am Saturday, April 6 at 3:25 pm Sunday, April 7 at 2:35 pm Tuesday, April 9 at 10:15 am
Melodi (Singapore)
Directed by: Michael Kam Synopsis: An awkward, lonely boy is infatuated with his new neighbor, a young caregiver. In his own way, he reaches out to her.
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Generations (Denmark)
Directed by: Sune Sorensen Synopsis: In a final attempt to reconnect, Alex takes his father on a road trip. Two stubborn men, a small car, a lifetime of unresolved issues.
Love Pool (UK)
Directed by: Asim Chaudhry Synopsis: After leaving a dinner party with his friends, a single man has an encounter with a mystery woman that changes his view of love forever.
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Directed by: Roy Zafrani Synopsis: A coincidental meeting between an Israeli boy and a Palestinian boy leads them to discover that reality is different than what they have been told.
A Wreck in Paradise (France)
Directed by: François Zaïdi Synopsis: A drunken man who crashed his car finds himself a strange Faustian bar with a stranger sets of rules, but he might get the girl...
SHOWCASE FEATURE FILMS
Showcase films are advancea screenings of films that will eventually make it to tHeaters. Many of them feature well-known actors ancl directors. Others are small independent films that Have already won awards on tlie festival circuit.
An Innocent Kiss
Beneath Us
Run Time: 110 minutes
Run Time: 90 Minutes
Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 3:20 pm Tuesday, April 9 at 4:55 pm
Screening Times: Thursday, April 11 at 7:30 pm Friday, April 12 at 1:10pm • Saturday, April 13 at 3:55 pm
Directed by: Jason Shirley
Directed by: Max Pachman
Cast: Burt Reynolds, Michael Abbott Jr., R. Keith Harris, Whitney Goin
Cast: Lynn Collins, Rigo Sanchez, James Tupper, Josue Aguirre, Roberto Sanchez, Thomas Chavira, Edy Ganem, Nicholas Gonzalez
Synopsis: When beer drinking Randy Barnes returns home after 8 years, he brings enough trouble for his brother, his brother’s wife and kids, their eccentric neighbor and even Crazy Cobb Robbins, the retired prowrestler that ended Randy’s wrestling career with his famous cry-baby clutch.
Synopsis: Every day immigrants line the parking lots of hardware stores and climb into cars with strangers they’ve never met, all for the promise of paid work. In “BENEATH US,” a group of undocumented workers are lured into the home of Liz Rhodes with the promise of their biggest payday, only to discover the terrifying fate she has in store for them. PHXFILM.COM
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All Creatures Here Below Run Time: 95 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 6 at 11:05 am Monday, April 8 at 2:50 pm Directed by: Collin Schiffli Cast: David Dastmalchian, Karen Gillan, David Koechner, Jennifer Morrison, Richard Cabral, John Doe Synopsis: Gensan and Ruby struggle in the face of poverty, which is made worse when Gensan loses his job. Forced to break the law to make ends meet, he sets out on the run with Ruby across the country hoping to finally find their freedom.
Midnight Traveler Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 11:10 am Saturday, April 6 at 5:30 pm Directed by: Hassan Fazili Cast: Nargis Fazili, Zahra Fazili, Fatima Hussaini, Hassan Fazili Synopsis: Midnight Traveler is a gripping vérité story made by a family on the run. Their unique access and artistic vision provide an intimate portrait of a loving family and the myriad fellow travelers they meet on their odyssey. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Myron and Jane Picoult
The Proposal Ophelia
Run Time: 83 minutes
Run Time: 115 minutes
Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 10:45 am Thursday, April 11 at 5:05 pm
Screening Time: Saturday, April 6 at 7:25pm
Directed by: Jill Magid
Directed by: Claire McCarthy
Cast: Documentary
Cast: Daisy Ridley, George MacKay, Naomi Watts and Clive Owen
Synopsis: “The Proposal” follows conceptual artist Jill Magid as she develops a radical project to explore artistic legacy. At its heart is the work of the Pritzker Prize-winning Mexican architect, Luis Barragán, which is aggressively “protected” and kept from the public by its copyright holders. By cultivating relationships with Barragán’s family, admirers, institutions and the rights holders—including extensive correspondence with the director of the Barragan Foundation—Magid consequently constructs a thoughtful love story between the director, herself, and the architect. Ultimately, “The Proposal” is a startling, provocative work that forces the viewer into reckoning with how an artist’s story is told, and who is permitted to do the telling.
Synopsis: Set in medieval Denmark but spoken in a sharp, contemporary voice, OPHELIA boldly shifts the perspective of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy, placing the drama’s complex young female character at center stage. A wild and motherless child, Ophelia is taken into Elsinore Castle under the wing of Queen Gertrude, becoming her most trusted lady-in-waiting. Soon Ophelia captures the attention of Gertrude’s son, the handsome Prince Hamlet, and as she learns the ways of power, an undeniable love between the couple blossoms in secret. But when the murder of Hamlet’s father drives the Prince into a downward spiral of vengeance, Ophelia struggles to protect a dangerous secret. As war brews, lust and betrayal are tearing Elsinore Castle apart from within. Ophelia must decide between her true love and her own life. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Joyce and Neil Goldstein
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Prosecuting Evil PFF 2020 Screening
Favor Run Time: 105 minutes Screening Time: Tuesday, April 9 at 2:40pm Directed by: Paul Osborne Cast: Blayne Weaver, Patrick Day, Jeffrey Combs Synopsis: Kips’ perfect life if put in jeopardy when the waitress with whom he’s having a casual fling is accidentally killed in their motel room. Desperate, he turns to childhood friend and loser, Marvin, to help get rid of the body. Winner of Best Screenplay at the 2013 Phoenix Film Festival. As the Phoenix Film Festival heads towards year 20 next year, we’ll be screening past Phoenix Film Festival titles throughout the year. We kick off this series right here at the 2019 Phoenix Film Festival.
Run Time: 85 minutes Screening Times: Sunday, April 7 at 4:50 pm Wednesday, April 10 at 7:05 pm Directed by: Barry Avrich Cast: Ben Ferencz, Alan Dershowitz, Justice Rosalie Abella, General Wesley Clark Synopsis: Barry Avrich’s gripping new documentary tells the fascinating story of Ben Ferencz—the last surviving Nuremberg prosecutor and lifelong advocate of “law not war.” After witnessing Nazi concentration camps shortly after liberation, Ferencz became lead prosecutor in the Einsatzgruppen case at Nuremberg, which has been called the biggest murder trial in history. He was 27 years old and it was his first trial. All 22 Nazi officials tried for murdering over a million people were convicted. Ferencz went on to advocate for restitution for Jewish victims of the Holocaust and later for the establishment of the International Criminal Court. His fight for justice for victims of atrocity crimes continues today. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Jon & Jennifer Bohnert
Spell Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Monday, April 8 at 4:55 pm Saturday, April 13 at 6:20 pm Directed by: Brendan Walter Cast: Barak Hardley, Jackie Tohn, Magnus Jonsson and Birna Run Synopsis: Following the unexpected death of his fiancé, an American illustrator embarks on a soul-searching journey across the isolated Icelandic countryside, only to become drawn into a supernatural world of ancient runes and secrets — unless it’s all in his head.
Vita and Virginia Run Time: 110 minutes Screening Time: Monday, April 8 at 7:10pm Directed by: Chanya Button Cast: Gemma Arterton, Elizabeth Debicki, Isabella Rossellini, Synopsis: The fascinating true story about the love affair between socialite and popular author Vita Sackville-West and literary icon Virginia Woolf. PHXFILM.COM
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SHOWCASE FEATURE FILM
Little Woods Run Time: 105 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5, 9:00 am Tuesday, April 9, 5:05 pm Directed by: Nia DaCosta Cast: Lily James, Tessa Thompson, Luke Kirby Synopsis: A modern Western that tells the story of two sisters, Ollie (Thompson) and Deb (James), who are driven to work outside the law to better their lives. For years, Ollie has illicitly helped the struggling residents of her North Dakota oil boomtown access Canadian health care and medication. When the authorities catch on, she plans to abandon her crusade, only to be dragged in even deeper after a desperate plea for help from her sister. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friend Ruth Wachs
Wild Rose
The White Crow Run Time: 130 minutes Screening Time: Saturday, April 13 at 6:30 pm Directed by: Ralph Fiennes Cast: Oleg Ivenko, Adele Exarchopoulos, Ralph Fiennes Synopsis: Ralph Fiennes’ “The White Crow” was inspired by the book, “Rudolf Nureyev: The Life,” by Julie Kavanaugh. The drama charts the iconic dancer’s famed defection from the Soviet Union to the West in 1961, despite KGB efforts to stop him. Fiennes directs from a script by David Hare (The Hours). Acclaimed dancer Oleg Ivenko stars as Nureyev, alongside Adèle Exarchopoulos as Clara Saint, and Fiennes as Russian ballet coach Alexander Pushkin. Also featured are balletworld enfant terrible Sergei Polunin, Chulpan Khamatova, Olivier Rabourdin, Raphaël Personnaz and Louis Hofmann. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friend Schilling Fine Homes
Run Time: 100 minutes
Wildland
Screening Time: Wednesday, April 10 at 7:10 pm
Run Time: 80 minutes
Directed by: Tom Harper
Screening Times: Saturday, April 6 at 5:25 pm Tuesday, April 9 at 7:05 pm
Cast: Julie Walters, Jessie Buckley, Sophie Okonedo Synopsis: A musician from Glasgow dreams of becoming a Nashville star. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friend Carolyn Wemp
Directed by: Kahlil Hudson and Alex Jablonski Synopsis: It’s a sweeping yet deeply personal account of a single wildland firefighting crew as they struggle, for the first time, with fear, loyalty, dreams, and their own demons. The film goes beyond the surface and into the intimate lives of these men. What emerges is a rich story of working-class men – their exterior world, their interior lives and the fire that lies between. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friend Tony Machado PHXFILM.COM
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SHOWCASE FEATURE FILM
Disneynature’s Penguins Run Time: 80 minutes Screening Time: Saturday, April 6 at 1:05 pm Directed by: Alastair Fothergill, Jeff Wilson Producer: Roy Conti Synopsis: Disneynature’s all-new feature film “Penguins” is a coming-ofage story about an Adélie penguin named Steve who joins millions of fellow males in the icy Antarctic spring on a quest to build a suitable nest, find a life partner and start a family. None of it comes easily for him, especially considering he’s targeted by everything from killer whales to leopard seals, who unapologetically threaten his happily ever after. From the filmmaking team behind “Bears” and “Chimpanzee,” Disneynature’s “Penguins” opens in theaters nationwide in time for Earth Day 2019. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Brian and Leslie Benner
Mike Wallace is Here Run Time: 100 minutes Screening Times: Thursday, April 11 at 5:00pm Saturday, April 13 at 11:25am Directed by: Avi Belkin Synopsis: “Mike Wallace is Here” offers an unflinching look at the legendary reporter, who interrogated the 20th century’s biggest figures in his over fifty years on air, and his aggressive reporting style and showmanship that redefined what America came to expect from broadcasters. Unearthing decades of never-before-seen footage from the “60 Minutes” vault, the film explores what drove and plagued Wallace, whose storied career was entwined with the evolution of journalism itself. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Wallace Davidson & Betty Lasker
Speed of Life Run Time: 75 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 6, 5:35 pm Sunday, April 7, 12:05 pm • Monday, April 8, 4:50 pm Directed by: Liz Manashil Cast: Ann Dowd, Allison Tolman, Jeff Perry, Vella Lovell, Ray Santiago Synopsis: “Speed of Life” follows a woman who has a chance to reflect on her life when a wormhole opens up following the news of David Bowie’s death.
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Surprise Me! Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Thursday, April 11 at 7:15 pm Friday, April 12 at 6:00 pm Directed by: Nancy Goodman Cast: Fiona Gubelmann, Jonathan Bennett, Sean Faris, Nicole Sullivan Synopsis: Genie is a surprise party-planner who hates surprises. When she’s hired by a Hollywood producer to throw a surprise wedding for his bride-to-be, Genie must get her down the aisle without suspecting a thing. In the midst of planning, Genie’s own life and relationships spin out of control. In the end, what’s real in life for all of us screams...SURPRISE!
Loro
While I Breathe, I Hope Run Time: 95 minutes
Run Time: 110 minutes
Screening Time: Saturday, April 6 at 7:20 pm
Screening Time: Sunday, April 14 at 4:25pm
Directed by: Emily Harrold
Directed by: Paolo Sorrentino
Synopsis: What does it means to be young, black, and a Democrat in the American South? While I Breathe, I Hope follows South Carolina politician Bakari Sellers as he runs to become the first African American candidate elected statewide in over a century. The film begins by following Sellers as he makes his 2014 bid for Lieutenant Governor, through the Charleston Shootings, and during the removal of the Confederate flag in 2015. Through his experiences, this timely film offers audiences a window into the legacy of race in politics in the United States today.
Cast: Toni Servillo Elena Sofia Riccfi, Riccardo Scamarcio Synopsis: A wheeler-dealer weasels his way into the inner circle of Silvio Berlusconi, a wealthy and controversial Italian politician. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Mike Simonyi and Lori Catron
Tell it to the Bees Run Time: 110 minutes Screening Time: Friday, April 11 at 7:10pm Directed by: Annabel Jankel Cast: Anna Paquin, Holliday Grainger, Emun Elliott, Steven Robertson, Lauren Lyle, Gregor Selkirk and Kate Dickie Synopsis: Dr. Jean Markham (Anna Paquin) returns to the town she left as a teenager to take over her late father’s medical practice. When a school-yard scuffle lands Charlie (Gregor Selkirk) in her surgery, she invites him to visit the hives in her garden and tell his secrets to the bees, as she once did. The new friendship between the boy and the bee keeper brings his mother Lydia (Holliday Grainger) into Jean’s world. In the sanctuary of the doctor’s house the two women find themselves drawn to one another in a way that Jean recognizes and fears, and Lydia could never have expected. But, in 1950’s small-town Britain, their new secret can’t stay hidden forever. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friend An Anonymous Donor PHXFILM.COM
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SHOWCASE FEATURE FILM
Collisions Run Time: 85 min Screening Times: Thursday, April 11, 3:00 pm Saturday, April 13, 8:05 pm Directed by: Richard Levein Cast: Izabella Alvarez, Jesse Garcia, Ana de le Reguera, Jason Garcia Synopsis: Twelve-year-old Itan’s promising life in San Francisco is turned upside down when she comes home from school, with her younger brother, to find her apartment ransacked and her mother missing. Suddenly, she must rely on her estranged uncle, a big rig truck driver. Itan manipulates him into taking them across the country in his truck, trying to find her mother and stop her deportation.
Original Sin Run Time: 75 minutes Screening Time(s): Tuesday, April 9 at 12:35 pm Friday, April 12 at 1:25 pm Directed by: Jean Lee Cast: Maia Nikiphoroff, César Di Bello, Alejandro Torres Menchaca Synopsis: A sexually frustrated housewife, her uptight husband, and a freewheeling artist form an unlikely love triangle with explosive results.
Red Joan Run Time: 110 minutes Screening Time: Sunday, April 14 at 1:45pm Directed by: Trevor Nunn Cast: Judi Dench, Tom Hughes, Sophie Cookson, Stephen Campbell Moore
Sprinter
Synopsis: Joan Stanley (Judi Dench) is a widow living out a quiet retirement in the suburbs when, shockingly, the British Secret Service places her under arrest. The charge: providing classified scientific information—including details on the building of the atomic bomb—to the Soviet government for decades. As she is interrogated, Joan relives the dramatic events that shaped her life and beliefs: her student days at Cambridge, where she excelled at physics while challenging deep-seated sexism; her tumultuous love affair with a dashing political radical (Tom Hughes); and the devastation of World War II, which inspired her to risk everything in pursuit of peace. Based on a sensational true story, Red Joan vividly brings to life the conflicts—between patriotism and idealism, love and duty, courage and betrayal—of a woman who spent a lifetime being underestimated while quietly changing the course of history. Sophie Cookson costars.
Run Time: 115 minutes
Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Daniel and Stephanie Davee
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Screening Times: Monday, April 8 at 10:20 am Wednesday, April 10 at 4:40 pm Directed by: Storm Saulter Cast: David Alan Grier, Lorraine Toussaint, Bryshere Y. Gray Synopsis: A Jamaican teen, burdened by an unstable father and an unruly older brother, hopes a meteoric rise in track-and-field can reunite him with his mother, who has lived illegally in the U.S. for over a decade. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Bob & Sheila Roe
SCREENING SCHEDULE THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 2019 Harkins Cine Capri Theatre 7:30pm - Opening Night Film : Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile
FRIDAY, APRIL 5, 2019 ASU Theatre
Desert Diamond Theatre
The Pain Center Theatre
KJZZ Theatre
Shapiro Theatre
Arizona Republic Theatre
Fox Networks Theatre
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THEATRE 2
THEATRE 3
THEATRE 4
THEATRE 5
THEATRE 6
THEATRE 7
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High School Educational Outreach 5 hours 2:00pm
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9:15am
9:10am
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Worlds of Ursula K Le Guin 70 Min 10:30am
Little Woods 105 min 10:45am
Families Like Yours 55 Min 10:10am
Doing Money 90 Min 10:40am
Documentary Shorts B 95 Min 10:40am
Volition 95 Min 10:35am
11:05am
11:10am
10:45am
11:15am
11:05am
11:10am
Hudson 75 Min 12:20pm
Midnight Traveler 90 Min 12:40pm
The Proposal 90 Min 12:15pm
Curtiz 95 Min 12:50pm
World Cinema Shorts 85 Min 12:30pm
Cruel Hearts 90 Min 12:40pm
12:55pm
1:20pm
12:50pm
1:25pm
1:15pm
1:15pm
Boom 85 Min 2:20pm
College Shorts 90 Min 2:50pm
The River Within 110 Min 2:40pm
Wolves Unleashed 90 Min 2:55pm
Animated Shorts 75 Min 2:30pm
This World Alone 90 Min 2:45pm
2:55pm
3:25pm
3:15pm
3:30pm
3:20pm
3:20pm
Vanilla 90 Min 4:25pm
Documentary Shorts A 90 Min 4:55pm
Latino American Directed Shorts 85 Min 4:40pm
Modified 90 Min 5:00pm
An Innocent Kiss 110 Min 5:10pm
The Wrong Todd 90 Min 4:50pm
3:30pm
5:00pm
5:30pm
5:20pm
5:35pm
5:35pm
5:25pm
College Filmmaker Panels 3 hours 6:30pm
The Weight of Water 80 Min 6:20pm
Live Action Shorts A 90 Min 7:00pm
Inner City Rats 75 Min 6:35pm
Finding Alice 80 Min 6:55pm
Lost Holiday 80 Min 6:55pm
Off the Rails 95 Min 7:00pm
7:30pm
6:55pm
7:40pm
7:10pm
7:20pm
7:50pm
7:35pm
Friday Night Event To Be Announced
General Magic 95 Min 8:30pm
The Hole in the Ground 90 Min 9:10pm
Live Action Shorts B 90 Min 8:40pm
What Men Long For 100 Min 9:00pm
Live from the Astroturf, Alice Cooper 60 Min 8:50pm
The Grounds 80 Min 8:55pm
9:10pm
9:15pm
9:35pm
9:20pm
Horror Shorts A 85 Min 10:35pm
Body at Brighton Rock 90 Min 10:45pm
Assassinaut 85 Min 11:00pm
Sci-Fi Shorts A 90 Min 10:50pm
Lost Holiday Run Time: 75 min Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 5:35 pm Wednesday, April 10 at 5:05 pm Directed by: Michael and Thomas Matthews Cast: Kate Lyn Sheil, Thomas Matthews, Keith Poulson, William Jackson Harper, Ismenia Mendes, Tone Tank, Joshua Leonard, and Isiah Whitlock Jr.
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19TH ANNUAL PHOENIX FILM FESTIVAL APRIL 4 – 14, 2019
Synopsis: Margaret and Henry are back home in Washington DC for the holidays. At a Christmas party of old high school friends, Margaret discovers that her ex-boyfriend is now engaged. With her holiday mood ruined, Margaret and Henry ditch the party to go score some drugs. What starts as a night of debauchery evolves into a selfindulgent quest when the two friends become convinced that they are the only ones who can solve the kidnapping of a neighborhood socialite. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friend Lizabeth White
SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 2019
ASU Theatre
Desert Diamond Theatre
The Pain Center Theatre
KJZZ Theatre
Shapiro Theatre
Arizona Republic Theatre
Fox Networks Theatre
Harkins Theatre
THEATRE 1
THEATRE 2
9:00am
9:10am
THEATRE 3
THEATRE 4
THEATRE 5
THEATRE 6
THEATRE 7
CINE CAPRI
9:20am
9:15am
9:20am
9:10am
9:00am
Off the Rails 95 Min 10:35am
General Magic 95 Min 10:45am
Live Actions Shorts B 90 Min 10:50am
Inner City Rats 75 Min 10:30am
Wolves Unleashed 90 Min 10:50am
Doc Shorts A 95 Min 10:45pm
Mountain Rest 95 Min 10:35am
11:10am
11:20am
11:25am
11:05am
11:25am
11:15am
11:05am
The Grounds 80 Min 12:30pm
This World Alone 90 Min 12:50pm
African American Directed Shorts 85 Min 12:50pm
What Men Long For 100 Min 12:45pm
Modified 90 Min 12:55pm
College Shorts 90 Min 12:45pm
All Creatures Here Below 95 Min 12:40pm
1:05pm
1:25pm
1:30pm
1:20pm
1:30pm
1:20pm
1:10pm
Disneynature’s Penguins 80 Min 2:25pm
Doc Shorts B 95 Min 3:00pm
The Charlie Movie 90 Min 3:00pm
Finding Alice 80 Min 2:40pm
Doing Money 90 Min 3:00pm
The Bastard’s Fig Tree 105 min 3:05pm
Vanilla 90 Min 2:40pm
3:20pm
3:30pm
3:35pm
3:15pm
3:35pm
3:25pm
3:15pm
Live Action Shorts A 90 Min 4:50pm
Hudson 75 Min 4:45pm
The Weight of Water 80 Min 4:55pm
Life Without Basketball 100 Min 4:55pm
Families Like Yours 55 Min 4:30pm
World Cinema Shorts 85 Min 4:50pm
Volition 95 Min 4:50pm
5:25pm
5:20pm
5:30pm
5:35pm
5:10pm
5:30pm
5:25pm
Cruel Hearts 90 Min 6:55pm
Animated Shorts 75 Min 6:35pm
Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin 70 Min 6:40pm
Speed of Life 75 Min 6:50pm
Curtiz 95 Min 6:45pm
Midnight Traveler 90 Min 7:00pm
Wildland 80 Min 6:45pm
7:25pm
7:15pm
7:20pm
7:50pm
7:20pm
7:35pm
7:40pm
7:30pm
Ophelia 115 Min 9:20pm
Boom 85 Min 8:40pm
While I Breathe, I Hope 95 Min 8:55pm
Native American Directed Shorts 60 Min 8:50pm
The River Within 100 Min 9:00pm
The Wrong Todd 90 Min 9:05pm
Nightmare Cinema 120 Min 9:40pm
Brian Banks 100 Min 9:10pm
9:50pm
9:30pm
9:40pm
9:35pm
Horror Shorts B 90 Min 11:20pm
Sci-Fi Shorts B 90 Min 11:00pm
Automata 95 Min 11:15pm
IHSFF Showcase Film To Be Announced
Brian Banks Run Time: 100 minutes Screening Time: Saturday, April 6 at 7:30pm Directed by: Tom Shadyac Cast: Greg Kinnear, Aldis Hodge, Sherri Shepherd, Melanie Liburd, Xosha Roquemore, and Tiffany Dupont.
Synopsis: The inspirational true story of Brian Banks (Aldis Hodge), an All-American high school football star committed to USC who finds his life upended when he is wrongly convicted of a crime he didn’t commit. Despite lack of evidence, Banks is railroaded through a broken justice system and sentenced to a decade of prison and probation. Years later, with the support of Justin Brooks (Greg Kinnear) and the California Innocence Project, Banks fights to reclaim his life and fulfill his dreams of playing in the NFL. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friend Mary Elizabeth Boyle PHXFILM.COM
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SCREENING SCHEDULE SUNDAY, APRIL 6, 2019 ASU Theatre
Desert Diamond Theatre
The Pain Center Theatre
KJZZ Theatre
Shapiro Theatre
Arizona Republic Theatre
Fox Networks Theatre
THEATRE 1
THEATRE 2
THEATRE 3
THEATRE 4
THEATRE 5
THEATRE 6
THEATRE 7
10:15am
10:10am
10:25am
10:20am
10:00am
10:05am
10:10am
Animated Shorts 75 Min 11:30am
Boom 85 Min 11:35am
The Weight of Water 80 Min 11:45am
Modified 90 Min 11:50am
Finding Alice 80 Min 11:20am
Live Action Shorts A 90 Min 11:35am
Cruel Hearts 90 Min 11:40am
12:25pm
12:05pm
12:35pm
12:25pm
12:00pm
12:15pm
12:20pm
Live Action Shorts B 90 Min 1:55pm
Speed of Life 75 Min 1:20pm
Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin 70 Min 1:45pm
Families Like Yours 55 Min 1:20pm
The River Within 100 Min 1:40pm
Volition 95 Min 1:50pm
The Wrong Todd 90 Min 1:50pm
2:35pm
2:25pm
2:25pm
2:00pm
2:20pm
2:30pm
2:25pm
World Cinema Shorts 85 Min 4:00pm
General Magic 95 Min 4:00pm
Doc Shorts A 90 Min 3:55pm
Geek, And You Shall Find 85 Min 3:25pm
Wolves Unleased 90 Min 3:50pm
The Grounds 80 Min 3:50pm
Off the Rails 95 Min 4:00pm
4:50pm
4:40pm
4:35pm
4:20pm
4:25pm
4:30pm
4:40pm
Prosecuting Evil 85 Min 6:15pm
Vanilla 90 Min 6:10pm
Native American Directed Shorts 60 Min 5:35pm
Doc Shorts B 95 Min 5:55pm
Doing Money 90 Min 5:55pm
Hudson 75 Min 5:45pm
This World Alone 90 Min 6:10pm
7:00pm
6:50pm
6:45pm
6:30pm
6:40pm
6:35pm
6:55pm
Teen Spirit 95 Min 8:35pm
I Trapped the Devil 85 Min 8:15pm
The Charlie Movie 90 Min 8:15pm
What Men Long For 100 Min 8:10pm
Curtiz 95 Min 8:15pm
Back Fork 100 Min 8:15pm
College Shorts 90 Min 8:25pm
MONDAY, APRIL 8, 2019
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Desert Diamond Theatre
Shapiro Theatre
Arizona Republic Theatre
Fox Networks Theatre
THEATRE 1
THEATRE 2
THEATRE 6
THEATRE 7
10:15am
10:20am
Live Action Shorts A 90 Min – 11:45am
Sprinter 115 Min – 12:15pm
12:30pm
12:35pm
Live Action Shorts B 90 Min – 2:00pm
Duck Soup 70 Min – 1:45pm
2:30pm
2:50pm
Jan Palach 125 Min – 4:35pm
All Creatures Here Below 95 Min – 4:25pm
4:55pm
5:00pm
5:05pm
4:50pm
Spell 90 Min – 6:25pm
Secret Ingredient 105 Min – 6:45pm
Life Without Basketball 100 Min – 6:45pm
Speed of Life 75 Min – 6:05pm
7:10pm
7:15pm
7:20pm
7:05pm
Vita and Virginia 110 Min – 9:00pm
African American Shorts 85 Min – 8:40pm
Survival of the Film Freaks 90 Min – 8:50pm
The Deer Hunter 185 Min – 10:10pm
9:25pm
9:20pm
9:35pm
Killing Margery Keller 125 Min – 11:30pm
Latino American Shorts 85 Min – 10:45pm
The Bastard’s Fig Tree 105 Min – 11:20pm
19TH ANNUAL PHOENIX FILM FESTIVAL APRIL 4 – 14, 2019
TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 2019
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10, 2019
Desert Diamond Theatre
Shapiro Theatre
Arizona Republic Theatre
Fox Networks Theatre
Desert Diamond Theatre
Shapiro Theatre
Arizona Republic Theatre
Fox Networks Theatre
THEATRE 1
THEATRE 2
THEATRE 6
THEATRE 7
THEATRE 1
THEATRE 2
THEATRE 6
THEATRE 7
10:15am
10:20am
10:15am
World Cinema Shorts 85 Min 11:40am
10:20am
Batkid Begins 90 Min 11:50am
College Shorts 90 Min 11:45am
Before Sunset 80 Min 11:40am
12:25pm
12:35pm
Animated Shorts 75 Min 1:40pm
Original Sin 75 Min 1:50pm
2:45pm
2:40pm
Fireflies 90 Min 4:15pm
Favor 105 Min 4:25pm
4:40pm
5:00pm
5:05pm
4:55pm
The French Connection 105 Min 6:25pm
Rusty Boys 90 Min 6:30pm
Little Woods 105 Min 6:50pm
An Innocent Kiss 110 Min 6:45pm
7:10pm
7:15pm
7:20pm
7:05pm
All is True 100 Min 8:50pm
The Charlie Movie 90 Min 8:45pm
One Cut of the Dead 100 Min 9:00pm
Wildland 80 Min 8:25pm
9:25pm
9:10pm
9:35pm
9:15pm
Eleven Eleven 95 Min 11:00pm
African American Shorts 85 Min 10:35pm
Redcon 1 120 Min 11:35pm
Cry-Baby 85 min 10:40pm
12:30pm
12:35pm
Doc Shorts A 90 Min 2:00pm
Mountain Rest 95 Min 2:10pm
2:45pm
2:50pm
Best of Shorts 90 Min 4:15pm
Back Fork 100 Min 4:30pm
4:45pm
5:00pm
5:05pm
4:40pm
Midnight Cowboy 115 Min 6:40pm
The Fireflies Are Gone 100 Min 6:40pm
Lost Holiday 80 Min 6:25pm
Sprinter 115 Min 6:35pm
7:10pm
7:15pm
7:30pm
7:05pm
Wild Rose 100 Min 8:50pm
Inner City Rats 75 Min 8:30pm
Assassinaut 85 Min 8:55pm
Prosecuting Evil 85 Min 8:30pm
9:20pm
9:10pm
9:40pm
9:15pm
Arizona Shorts A 90 Min 10:50pm
Latino American Shorts 85 Min 10:35pm
IHSFF Showcase Film To Be Announced
Summer Night 95 Min 10:50pm
Teen Spirit Run Time: 92 minutes Screening Time: Sunday, April 7 at 7:00 pm Directed by: Max Minghella Cast: Elle Fanning, Rebecca Hall, Millie Brady Synopsis: Violet is a shy teenager who dreams of escaping her small town and pursuing her passion to sing. With the help of an unlikely mentor, she enters a local singing competition that will test her integrity, talent and ambition. Driven by a pop-fueled soundtrack, “Teen Spirit” is a visceral and stylish spin on the Cinderella story. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friend Baker Brigade
All Is True Run Time: 105 min Screening Time: Tuesday, April 9, 7:10 pm Directed by: Kenneth Branagh Cast: Kenneth Branagh, Lolita Chakrabarti, Jack Colgrave Hirst Synopsis: A look at the final days in the life of renowned playwright William Shakespeare. PHXFILM.COM
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SCREENING SCHEDULE THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019 Desert Diamond Theatre
Shapiro Theatre
Arizona Republic Theatre
Fox Networks Theatre
THEATRE 1
THEATRE 2
THEATRE 6
THEATRE 7
10:15am
10:20am
Doc Shorts B 95 Min – 11:50am
Geek, And You Shall Find 85 Min – 11:45am
12:30pm
12:40pm
Encore Screening
Chronicle 85 Min – 2:05pm
2:45pm
3:00pm
Encore Screening
Collisions 85 Min – 4:25pm
4:55pm
5:00pm
5:05pm
4:40pm
In the Heat of the Night 110 Min – 6:45pm
Mike Wallace is Here 100 Min – 6:40pm
The Proposal 90 Min – 6:35pm
Them That Follow 105 Min – 6:25pm
7:10pm
7:15pm
7:20pm
7:30pm
Tell it to the Bees 110 Min – 9:00pm
Surprise Me! 90 Min – 8:45pm
Body at Brighton Rock 90 Min – 8:50pm
Beneath Us 90 Min – 9:00pm
9:30pm
9:30pm
9:35pm
9:25pm
Arizona Shorts B 85 Min – 10:55pm
Native American Shorts 60 Min – 10:30pm
Automata 95 Min – 11:10pm
Hail Satan? 95 Min – 11:00pm
FRIDAY, APRIL 12, 2019
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ASU Theatre
Desert Diamond Theatre
Shapiro Theatre
Fox Networks Theatre
KJZZ Theatre
Arizona Republic Theatre
THEATRE 1
THEATRE 2
THEATRE 3
THEATRE 4
THEATRE 5
THEATRE 6
9:00am
9:10am
9:05am
9:15am
9:20am
9:00am
General Magic 95 Min – 10:35am
Best of Shorts 90 Min – 10:40am
Encore Screening
Excursion 85 Min – 10:40am
Isabelle 80 Min – 10:40am
Arizona Shorts B 85 Min – 10:25am
11:05am
11:10am
11:10am
11:15am
11:15am
11:05am
Heart, Baby 110 Min – 12:55pm
Stand by Me 90 Min – 12:40pm
Encore Screening
Last Sunrise 105 Min – 12:50pm
Horror Shorts A 90 Min – 12:45pm
Arizona Shorts A 90 Min – 12:35pm
1:10pm
1:25pm
1:20pm
1:25pm
1:20pm
1:15pm
Beneath Us 90 Min – 2:40pm
Original Sin 75 Min – 2:40pm
Encore Screening
Sci-Fi Shorts B 90 Min – 2:55pm
The Chicken Party 105 Min – 3:05pm
Killing Margery Keller 125 Min – 3:20pm
3:15pm
3:35pm
3:30pm
3:30pm
3:40pm
3:55pm
Eleven Eleven 95 Min – 4:50pm
Them That Follow 100 Min – 5:15pm
Encore Screening
Volition 95 Min – 5:05pm
Horror Shorts B 90 Min – 5:10pm
Rusty Boys 90 Min – 5:25pm
5:25pm
5:40pm
5:45pm
5:40pm
5:35pm
6:00pm
Raising Buchanan 105 Min – 7:10pm
Secret Ingredient 105 Min – 7:25pm
Encore Screening
Sci-Fi Shorts A 90 Min – 7:10pm
My Soul to Keep 90 Min – 7:05pm
Surprise Me! 90 Min – 7:30pm
7:45pm
7:55pm
7:50pm
7:50pm
7:40pm
8:00pm
Ode to Joy 100 Min – 9:25pm
The Garden Left Behind 90 Min – 9:25pm
Jan Palach 125 Min – 9:55pm
The Spiral 95 Min – 9:25pm
In Fabric 120 Min – 9:40pm
Connected: The Joe Polish Story 70 Min – 9:10pm
9:55pm
10:30pm
10:00pm
10:05pm
Darlin’ 105 Min – 11:40pm
Survival of the Film Freaks 90 Min – 12:00am
IHSFF Showcase Film To Be Announced
To Tokyo 75 Min – 11:20pm
19TH ANNUAL PHOENIX FILM FESTIVAL APRIL 4 – 14, 2019
SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 2019 ASU Theatre
Desert Diamond Theatre
Shapiro Theatre
Fox Networks Theatre
KJZZ Theatre
Arizona Republic Theatre
The Pain Center Theatre
THEATRE 1
THEATRE 2
THEATRE 3
THEATRE 4
THEATRE 5
THEATRE 6
THEATRE 7
9:00am
9:05am
9:05am
9:15am
9:20am
9:10am
Arizona Student Film Festival 90 Min – 10:30am
An American Tail 80 Min – 11:25am
Encore Screening
The Spiral 95 Min – 10:50am
The Chicken Party 105 min – 11:05am
Geek, And You Shall Find 85 Min – 10:35am
11:05am
11:20am
11:15am
11:25am
11:40am
11:25am
Raising Buchanan 105 Min – 12:50pm
The Fireflies Are Gone 100 Min – 1:00pm
Summer Night 95 Min – 12:50pm
Sci-Fi Shorts A 90 Min – 12:55pm
My Soul to Keep 90 Min – 1:10pm
Mike Wallace is Here 100 Min – 1:05pm
1:25pm
1:35pm
1:30pm
1:30pm
1:45pm
1:40pm
1:45pm
Eleven Eleven 95 Min – 3:00pm
The Garden Left Behind 90 Min – 3:05pm
Hail Satan? 95 Min – 3:05pm
Volition 95 Min – 3:05pm
Horror Shorts B 90 min – 3:15pm
Secret Ingredient 105 Min – 3:25pm
Arizona Shorts B 85 Min – 3:10pm
3:35pm
3:40pm
3:30pm
3:40pm
3:50pm
3:55pm
3:55pm
Arizona Shorts A 90 Min – 5:05pm
Consequences 95 Min – 5:15pm
Heart, Baby! 110 Min – 5:20pm
Last Sunrise 105 Min – 5:25pm
To Tokyo 75 Min – 5:05pm
Connected: The Joe Polish Story 70 Min – 5:05pm
Beneath Us 90 Min – 5:25pm
5:40pm
5:50pm
5:55pm
6:00pm
5:40pm
6:20pm
6:30pm
The Biggest Little Farm 95 Min – 7:15pm
Southern Pride 90 Min – 7:20pm
Fireflies 90 Min – 7:25pm
Sci-Fi Shorts B 90 Min – 7:30pm
Horror Shorts A 90 Min – 7:10pm
Spell 90 Min – 7:50pm
The White Crow 130 Min – 8:40pm
7:35pm
7:55pm
8:05pm
8:05pm
7:45pm
8:30pm
The Tomorrow Man 95 min – 9:10pm
Rusty Boys 90 Min – 9:25pm
Collisions 85 Min – 9:30pm
Excursion 85 Min – 9:30pm
One Cut of the Dead 100 Min – 9:25pm
Killing Margery Keller 125 Min – 10:35pm
9:50pm
10:00pm
10:05pm
10:05pm
Nightmare Cinema 120 Min – 11:50pm
Survival of the Film Freaks 90 Min – 11:30pm
Redcon 1 120 Min – 12:05am
Isabelle 80 Min – 11:25pm
Ode to Joy Run Time: 100 minutes Screening Time: Friday, April 12 at 7:45pm Directed by: Jason Winer Cast: Martin Freeman, Morena Baccarin, Melissa Rauch, Shannon Woodward, Jake Lacy, Jane Curtin
The Tomorrow Man
Synopsis: How does a man who is—literally—paralyzed by happiness find love? Thanks to a condition called cataplexy—a rare disorder that causes him to lose control of his muscles whenever he is overcome by strong emotion, particularly joy—Brooklyn librarian Charlie (Martin Freeman) has learned to carefully edit all delight-triggering people, places, and events out of his life. Family weddings, cute babies, adorable puppies, and, yes, romance are all fraught with peril in Charlie’s carefully managed world. But when the beautiful, spontaneous Francesca (Morena Baccarin) falls for him, the risk-averse Charlie finds himself at a crossroads: suppress his feelings of attraction, or take a chance and let love in? Based on a true story originally featured on This American Life, Ode to Joy is a hilarious and touching look at what happens when we stop being afraid and let ourselves truly live.
Run Time: 95 minutes
Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friend Elizabeth Stewart
Screening Time: Saturday, April 13 at 7:35pm Directed by: Noble Jones Cast: John Lithgow, Blythe Danner Synopsis: Ed Hemsler spends his life preparing for a disaster that may never come. Ronnie Meisner spends her life shopping for things she may never use. In a small town somewhere in America, these two people will try to find love while trying not to get lost in each other’s stuff. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Ira and Myrna Wechter PHXFILM.COM
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SCREENING SCHEDULE SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 2019 ASU Theatre
Desert Diamond Theatre
Shapiro Theatre
Fox Networks Theatre
KJZZ Theatre
Arizona Republic Theatre
Harkins Theatre
THEATRE 2
THEATRE 3
THEATRE 4
THEATRE 5
THEATRE 6
THEATRE 7
CINE CAPRI
10:00am
9:45am
10:30am
10:10am
9:50am
The Fireflies Are Gone 100 Min 11:40am
Encore Screening
To Tokyo 75 Min 11:45am
Volition 95 Min 11:45am
Fantastic Mr. Fox 90 min 11:20am
12:15pm
12:00pm
12:20pm
12:10pm
12:05pm
11:20am
Best of Shorts 90 Min 1:45pm
The Invisible Man 75 min 1:15pm
The Chicken Party 105 Min 2:05pm
Excursion 85 Min 1:35pm
Fireflies 90 Min 1:35pm
Heart, Baby! 110 Min 1:10pm
2:30pm
2:15pm
2:40pm
2:20pm
2:15pm
1:45pm
Southern Pride 90 Min 4:00pm
IHSFF Showcase Film To Be Announced
My Soul to Keep 90 Min 4:10pm
The Spiral 95 Min 3:55pm
Jan Palach 125 Min 4:20pm
Red Joan 105 Min 3:30pm
4:40pm
4:25pm
4:45pm
4:35pm
4:45pm
4:20pm
Consequences 95 Min 6:15pm
Loro 105 Min 6:05pm
Isabelle 80 Min 6:05pm
Last Sunrise 105 Min 6:20pm
Them That Follow 100 Min 6:25pm
Raising Buchanan 105 Min 6:05m 7:00pm The Farewell 100 Min 8:40pm
Them That Follow Runtime: 105 minutes Screening Times: Thursday, April 11 at 4:40 pm Friday, April 12 at 3:35 pm Sunday, April 14 at 4:45 pm Director: Britt Poulton, Dan Madison Savage Cast: Olivia Colman, Kaitlyn Dever, Alice Englert, Jim Gaffigan, Walton Goggins and Thomas Mann
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Synopsis: In the rugged wilderness of Appalachia, the members of an isolated community of Pentecostal snake handlers, led by Pastor Lemuel (Walton Goggins), risk their lives to attest themselves before God. Lemuel’s daughter, Mara (Alice Englert), prepares for her upcoming wedding to the young believer her father has singled out for her under the watchful eye of Hope (Olivia Colman), while scrambling to hide a secret that has the potential to drive her father’s church to ruin. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friend Patrick Brogan
19TH ANNUAL PHOENIX FILM FESTIVAL APRIL 4 – 14, 2019
SHOWCASE FEATURE FILM
Back Fork Run Time: 100 minutes Screening Times: Sunday, April 7 at 6:35 pm Wednesday, April 10 at 2:50 pm Directed by: Josh Stewart Cast: A.J. Cook, Josh Stewart, Agnes Bruckner Synopsis: When the strain of tragedy was too much for a young couple in Appalachia, prescription pills became the best medicine to ease the pain.
Mountain Rest
Connected: The Joe Polish Story Run Time: 70 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 12 at 8:00pm Saturday, April 13 at 3:55pm Directed by: Nick Nanton Cast: Joe Polish, Sir Richard Branson, Tony Robbins and Ariana Huffington Synopsis: Connected is the breakout biopic documentary from 7-time Emmy Award winner Nick Nanton that follows Joe Polish: business man, marketing guru, and worldwide ‘connecter.’ Delving into his hardships from growing up and succumbing to the powers of addiction to ultimate success, Joe is a man with a positive attitude who was determined to not only get clean, but become a powerful force in business. Through a failed carpet cleaning business, a growing rolodex and a lot of life lessons, Joe became the positive energy who founded ‘The Genius Network,’ an exclusive place where industry titans from the corners of the globe come together to cultivate their next big ideas. Figures including Sir Richard Branson, Tony Robbins and Ariana Huffington attribute many of their own successes to Joe, and also appear in the film.
Run Time: 95 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 6 at 9:00 am Wednesday, April 10 at 12:35 pm Directed by: Alex O Eaton Cast: Natalia Dyer, Shawn Hatosy, Frances Conroy and Kate Lyn Sheil Synopsis: After years without contact, Ethel (Frances Conroy), an aging actress, invites her estranged daughter and granddaughter, Frankie (Kate Lyn Sheil) and Clara (Natalia Dyer), home for the weekend to attend an extravagant party. At 16, Clara has never met any extended family and her grandmother’s eccentric nature is infectious. Clara is drawn deeper into her grandmothers’ fantasies and disillusionments, causing the rift in Clara’s relationship with her mother to widen. Meanwhile, Frankie is left to battle her own demons and face a love she left behind. These tensions culminate as Ethel’s ulterior motive for the weekend’s festivities force everyone to reconsider the roles they play in each other’s lives, and the worth of family as a whole.
Summer Night Run Time: 95 minutes Screening Times: Wednesday, April 10 at 9:15 pm Saturday, April 13 at 11:15 am Directed by: Joseph Cross Cast: Ellar Coltrane, Ian Nelson, Analeigh Tipton, Callan McAuliffe, Ella Hunt, Hayden Szeto Synopsis: In a small town, a young, tight-knit group of friends fall in and out of love over the course of one intoxicating, music-filled summer night. PHXFILM.COM
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SHOWCASE FEATURE FILM
Geek, And You Shall Find Run Time: 95 minutes
The Biggest Little Farm
Screening Times: Sunday, April 7 at 2:00 pm Thursday, April 11 at 10:20 am • Saturday, April 13 at 9:10 am
Run Time: 95 minutes
Directed by: Brad Faye
Screening Time: Saturday, April 13 at 5:40 pm
Cast: Neal Adams, Kevin Eastman, Stan Lee, George R.R. Martin, Roy Thomas
Directed by: John Chester Cast: John Chester, Molly Chester Synopsis: Two dreamers and a dog embark on an odyssey to bring harmony to their lives and to the land. As their plan to create perfect harmony takes a series of wild turns, they will have to reach a far greater understanding of the intricacies and wisdom of nature, and of life itself.
Hail Satan? Run Time: 95 minutes Screening Times: Thursday, April 11 at 9:25pm Saturday, April 13 at 1:30pm Directed by: Penny Lane Synopsis: With unprecedented access, “Hail Satan?” traces the rise of The Satanic Temple – only six years old and already one of the most controversial religious movements in American history. The Temple and its enigmatic leader, Lucien Greaves, are calling for a Satanic revolution to save the nation’s soul. But are they for real?
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Synopsis: Through interviews with creators including Stan Lee and George R.R. Martin, as well as fans who have been impacted by their work, three filmmakers attempt to unravel why we care so much about fictional characters, and how doing so could be the best thing that’s ever happened to us. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friend Len Berger
Life Without Basketball Run Time: 100 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 6 at 3:15 pm Monday, April 8 at 5:05 pm Directed by: Tim Odonnell and Jon Mercer Cast: Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir Synopsis: Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir broke records and barriers on her way to become the first Division I athlete to play basketball while wearing a hijab. When a controversial ruling ends her chances of playing professionally, she reexamines her faith and identity as a Muslim American.
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Eleven Eleven Run Time: 95 minutes Screening Times: Tuesday, April 9 at 9:25 pm Friday, April 12 at 3:15 pm • Saturday, April 13 at 1:25 pm Directed by: Chris Redish Cast: Charles Baker, Krista Allen, Jennifer Pfalzgraff, Christina Rose, Dominic Bogart, Jeff Steed, Mallory Adams Synopsis: 16 years ago, Tim had a one-night stand with an alien in Sedona, but kept that liaison secret from his wife and daughter. When the sexy alien returns to Earth to re-ignite their passion, and to get to know Tim’s family, Tim’s cozy life starts to unwind. Starring Charles Baker (Skinny Pete on Breaking Bad), and Krista Allen (Party Mom).
Killing Margery Keller Run Time: 125 minutes Screening Times: Monday, April 8 at 9:25 pm Friday, April 12 at 1:15 pm • Saturday, April 13 at 8:30 pm Directed by: Gordon Green Cast: Michael Hanelin, Ashlieya Mariano, Sarah Harvey, Sean Dillingham, Alexander Green, Daniel Weisgerber, Jeremy Behie Synopsis: Carl Reynolds hates his monotonous job as a body disposal specialist for the mob, so much so that it’s been impacting his love life with his beautiful wife, Anita. One day a mysterious woman, Margery Keller, winds up in the trunk of his car -- alive. He’s been left a simple message: Kill her.
Raising Buchanan Run Time: 105 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 12 at 5:25 pm Saturday, April 13 at 11:05 am • Sunday, April 14 at 4:20 pm Directed by: Bruce Dellis Cast: René Auberjonois, Amanda Melby, Cathy Shim, Robert Ben Garant, Terence Bernie Hines and M. Emmet Walsh. Additional Arizona cast includes Jennifer Pfalzgraff, Shannon Whirry, Steve Briscoe, Kane Black, Laura Durant and Zoë Yeoman. Synopsis: In suburban Phoenix, 40-year-old Ruth Kiesling is not exactly “living the dream.” She’s a donut shop employee with anger issues. Ever the opportunist and desperate for money, she “steals” the body of President James Buchanan hoping to ransom him for a nice windfall –– but she’s surprised to discover that no one seems particularly interested in getting him back.
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ARIZONA SHORTS A Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Wednesday, April 10 at 9:20 pm Friday, April 12 at 11:05 am Saturday, April 13 at 3:35 pm
Lovers
Directed by: Nell Teare Synopsis: Race, love and law enforcement intertwine as a serial killer stalks Los Angeles.
Schwagged
Directed by: Adolpho Navarro Synopsis: A man imagines being an action hero to save the girl of his dreams, but a plot twist fuels an interesting situation for all.
Cosplay vs the World
Directed by: Katie Owens, Vic Rincon Synopsis: Cosplay is a diverse world. In this first episode of our series, we explore why cosplayers do what they do and their numerous talents.
Sweetheart
Directed by: Chris Wilembrecht Synopsis: After a less than romantic Valentine’s Day, an eerie driver drops Jenny off at home. She realizes she may not be alone after all.
Sweetheart
Tender Matches
Directed by: Cassandra Nicholson Synopsis: When Emily and Tessa try online dating, they must first face awful exes, crippling self-doubt and oddballs along the way to finding their “perfect match.”
Glitter
Directed by: Jeff Fields and Kannon Synopsis: Add a little sparkle to your life.
CONSORTIUM: a prologue
Directed by: Sheila Patterson Synopsis: Lexine wakes up from her own brutal murder into a nightmarish void, where a mysterious woman offers her a chance for the revenge she craves.
Levi
Directed by: Craig Dean Devine Synopsis: New friends, old habits.
Directions to Albuquerque
Directed by: Angela Houston Synopsis: Two women learn to trust each other again after they find their lost daughter of 15 years.
Improbable
Directed by: Ryan Glauser Synopsis: In the face of intolerance, two strangers in a diner are given a chance to risk it all just for a taste of true happiness.
ARIZONA SHORTS B Run Time: 85 minutes Screening Times: Thursday, April 11 at 9:30 pm Friday, April 12 at 9:00 am Saturday, April 13 at 1:45 pm
Imaginary Bullets
Directed by: Sean Oliver Synopsis: Two children are among the first to discover a shocking phenomenon. As the world spirals into chaos they discover something that might change everything
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Directed by: Alyssa Eshelman Synopsis: A group of filmmakers are under the wire to complete a project, as they get closer to their goal, suspicious events arise at the studio.
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Heart of Gold
Directed by: Justin Lee Stanley Synopsis: Two men scour the desert in pursuit of an item that has been stolen from one of them. The journey soon takes a dark turn.
Teaching in Arizona
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RETRO SHOWCASE
The Invisible Man (1933) Run Time: 75 minutes Screening Time: Sunday, April 14 at 12:00pm Directed by: James Whale Cast: Claude Rains, Gloria Stuart, William Harrigan Synopsis: While researching a new drug, Dr. Jack Griffin (Claude Rains) stumbles on a potion that can make him invisible. When he reveals his new ability to his old mentor (Henry Travers) and his fiancée (Gloria Stuart), it’s clear that a side effect of the potion is insanity. Jack goes on a violent rampage, and the police struggle to hunt him down, unable to see their target, while his mentor and his former partner (William Harrigan) desperately try to devise a plan to capture him.
Batkid Begins Run Time: 90 minutes
An American Tail Run Time: 80 minutes Screening Time: Saturday, April 13 at 9:05am Directed by: Don Bluth Cast: Dom DeLuise, Christopher Plummer, Erica Yohn Synopsis: Fievel is a young Russian mouse separated from his parents on the way to America, a land they think is without cats. When he arrives alone in the New World, he keeps up hope, searching for his family, making new friends, and running and dodging the cats he thought he’d be rid off.
Screening Time: Tuesday, April 9 at 10:20am Directed by: Dana Nachman Synopsis: On November 15, 2013, the world came together to grant one 5-year-old leukemia patient his wish to be Batman for a day. “Batkid Begins” looks at why and how this phenomenon took place, becoming one of the biggest “good news” stories of all time.
Cry-Baby
Chronicle Run Time: 85 minutes
Run Time: 85 minutes
Screening Time: Thursday, April 11 at 12:40pm
Screening Time: Tuesday, April 9 at 9:15pm
Directed by: Josh Trank
Directed by: John Waters
Synopsis: The shy, lonely and outcast teenager Andrew Detmer is bullied and has no friends at high-school and lives with his abusive and alcoholic father and his terminally ill mother. Andrew buys a camera to film his everyday life. His cousin Matt Garetty drives him to school and invites Andrew to go to a party at night. Nearby they find a tunnel and suddenly acquire telekinetic abilities and Andrew becomes the most powerful. But he easily loses his temper and becomes dangerous while Matt tries to control him. When his mother needs a medicine and Andrew does not have enough money to buy it, his darker side overwhelms him and he becomes a menace.
Cast: Johnny Depp, Ricki Lake, Amy Locane Synopsis: Allison is a “square” good girl who has decided she wants to be bad and falls hard for Cry-Baby Walker, a Greaser (or “Drape” in John Waters parlance). Spoofing Elvis movies and Juvenile Delinquency scare films of the ‘50s, this movie follows the adventures of Cry-Baby who, though he is sent to juvie, is determined to cross class (and taste) boundaries to get Allison back.
Cast: Dane Dehaan, Alex Russell, Michael B. Jordan
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RETRO SHOWCASE
Before Sunset Run Time: 80 minutes Screening Time: Wednesday, April 10 at 10:20am
Duck Soup Run Time: 70 minutes Screening Time: Monday, April 8 at 12:35pm Directed by: Leo McCarey Cast: Groucho Marx, Harpo Marx, Chico Marx, Zeppo Marx, Margaret Dumont Synopsis: The country of Freedonia is in the middle of a financial crisis and on the brink of revolution. In order to gain a bail-out from the wealthy Mrs Teasdale, the government appoints Rufus T Firefly as its president. However, Mr Firefly shuns the pomp and pretentiousness of government; along with the prudence and rationality of it too. Meanwhile, the neighbouring country of Sylvania is plotting to overthrow Freedonia and sends Pinky and Chicolini to spy on Firefly. War seems inevitable.
Directed by: Richard Linklater Cast: Ethan Hawke, Julie Delpy Synopsis: Early thirty-something American Jesse Wallace is in a Paris bookstore, the last stop on a tour to promote his best-selling book, This Time. Although he is vague to reporters about the source material for the book, it is about his chance encounter nine years earlier on June 15-16, 1994 with a Parisienne named Celine, and the memorable and romantic day and evening they spent together in Vienna. At the end of their encounter at the Vienna train station, which is also how the book ends, they, not providing contact information to the other, vowed to meet each other again in exactly six months at that very spot. As the media scrum at the bookstore nears its conclusion, Jesse spots Celine in the crowd, she who only found out about the book when she earlier saw his photograph promoting this public appearance. Much like their previous encounter, Jesse and Celine, who is now an environmental activist, decide to spend time together until he is supposed to catch his flight back to New York,
Fantastic Mr. Fox Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Time: Sunday, April 14 at 9:50am Directed by: Wes Anderson Cast: George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Bill Murray, Jason Schwartzman, Willem Dafoe, Owen Wilson Synopsis: This is the story of Mr. Fox and his wild-ways of hen heckling, turkey taking and cider sipping, nocturnal, instinctive adventures. He has to put his wild days behind him and do what fathers do best: be responsible. He is too rebellious. He is too wild. He is going to try “just one more raid” on the three nastiest, meanest farmers that are Boggis, Bunce and Bean. It is a tale of crossing the line of family responsibilities and midnight adventure and the friendships and awakenings of this country life that is inhabited by Fantastic Mr. Fox and his friends.
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Stand by Me Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Time: Friday, April 12 at 11:10am Directed by: Rob Reiner Cast: Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman, Jerry O’Connell, Kiefer Sutherland Synopsis: It’s the summer of 1959 in Castle Rock, and four 12 year-old boys - Gordie, Chris, Teddy and Vern - are fast friends. After learning of the general location of the body of a local boy who has been missing for several days, they set off into woods to see it. Along the way, they learn about themselves, the meaning of friendship and the need to stand up for what is right.
In the Heat of the Night
Midnight Cowboy
Run Time: 110 min
Run Time: 113 minutes
Screening Time: Thursday, April 11, 4:55 pm
Screening Time(s): Wednesday, April 10 at 4:45 pm
Directed by: Norman Jewison
Directed by: John Schlesinger
Cast: Sidney Poitier, Rod Steiger, Warren Oates
Cast: Dustin Hoffman, Jon Voight, Sylvia Miles
Synopsis: African-American, Philadelphia police detective Virgil Tibbs (Sidney Poitier) is arrested on suspicion of murder by Bill Gillespie (Rod Steiger), the racist police chief of tiny Sparta, Mississippi. After Tibbs proves not only his own innocence but that of another man, he joins forces with Gillespie to track down the real killer. Their investigation takes them through every social level of the town, with Tibbs making enemies as well as unlikely friends as he hunts for the truth.
Synopsis: Texas greenhorn Joe Buck arrives in New York City for the first time. Preening himself as a real “hustler”, he finds that he is the one getting “hustled” until he teams up with down-and-out but resilient outcast, Ratso Rizzo. The initial “country cousin meets city cousin” relationship deepens. In their efforts to bilk a hostile world rebuffing them at every turn, this unlikely pair progress from partners in shady business to comrades. Each has found his first real friend.
The Deer Hunter
The French Connection Run Time: 85 minutes
Run Time: 185 minutes
Screening Time: Tuesday, April 9, 4:40 pm
Screening Time: Monday, April 8 at 7:05 pm
Directed by: William Friedkin
Directed by: Michael Cimino
Cast: Gene Hackman, Roy Scheider, Fernando Rey
Cast: Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken, John Cazale, Meryl Streep
Synopsis: William Friedkin’s gritty police drama portrays two tough New York City cops trying to intercept a huge heroin shipment coming from France. An interesting contrast is established between ‘Popeye’ Doyle, a shorttempered alcoholic bigot who is nevertheless a hardworking and dedicated police officer, and his nemesis Alain Charnier, a suave and urbane gentleman who is nevertheless a criminal and one of the largest drug suppliers of pure heroin to North America. During the surveillance and eventual bust, Friedkin provides one of the most gripping and memorable car chase sequences ever filmed.
Synopsis: Michael, Steven and Nick are young factory workers from Pennsylvania who enlist into the Army to fight in Vietnam. Before they go, Steven marries the pregnant Angela, and their wedding party also serves as the men’s farewell party. After some time and many horrors, the three friends fall in the hands of the Vietcong and are brought to a prison camp in which they are forced to play Russian roulette against each other. Michael makes it possible for them to escape, but they soon get separated again.
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Fireflies Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Tuesday, April 9 at 2:45 pm Saturday, April 13 at 5:55 pm Sunday, April 14 at 12:05 pm Directed by: Bani Khoshnoudi Cast: Arash Marandi, Flor Eduarda Gurrola, Luis Alberti Synopsis: Ramin is a young gay man in his 30s who fled the repression in Iran and arrived to Veracruz after traveling clandestinely on a boat from Turkey. While coping with the distance that he has taken with his loved-ones, he begins to discover a freer life here, far from Iran.
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CONSULAR DIPLOMACY SHOWCASE
Jan Palach
Rusty Boys
Run Time: 125 minutes
Run Time: 90 minutes
Screening Times: Monday, April 8 at 2:30 pm Friday, April 12 at 7:50 pm Sunday, April 14 at 2:15 pm
Screening Times: Tuesday, April 9 at 5:00 pm Friday, April 12 at 3:55 pm Saturday, April 13 at 7:55 pm
Directed by: Robert Sedlacek
Directed by: Andy Bausch
Cast: Viktor Zavadil, Zuzana Bydžovská, Denisa Barešová, Kristína Kanátová, Jan Vondráček
Cast: Andre Jung, Marco Lorenzini, Paul Greisch
Synopsis: Jan Palach was a student who set himself ablaze in 1969 to protest the Soviet invasion to Czechoslovakia. Palach was an uncompromising young man who brought the ultimate sacrifice in a hope to rouse the nation from lethargy. The film depicts the last months of Palach’s life: his path from an affectionate son, a devoted friend, a sensitive and thoughtful philosophy student to the “Torch number 1”. The film is a part of the “Czech That Film,” North American festival.
Secret Ingredient Run Time: 105 minutes Screening Times: Monday, April 8 at 5:00 pm Friday, April 12 at 5:40 pm Saturday, April 13 at 1:40 pm Directed by: Gjorce Stavreski Cast: Blagoj Veselinov, Anastas Tanovski, Aksel Mehmet Synopsis: Vele can’t afford to buy expensive medications for his father, who has cancer. Desperate, he steals marijuana from some criminals, makes a cake with it and gives it to him, hoping it will reduce his pain. His father’s health miraculously improves, but Vele is suddenly confronted by their neighbors, who demand the recipe for the “remedial” cake, and by the criminals, who want their drugs back. The greatest challenge, however, is to persuade his father that his life is worth living for.
Synopsis: When the elderly folk don’t behave like their children would prefer, the latter cannot cope at all. They have enough trouble trying to keep their own children in check, and now the old codgers are rattling their cages as well. Fons (70), Lull (82), Nuckes (65) and Jängi (84) have spent their entire lives not letting themselves be bossed around, and they have no intention of putting up with it now. Together, the four gentlemen plan their futures without an old people’s home. Nuckes is the leading force. As an old ’68 protester, he knows how to organize dissent, but all of this is easier said than done!
The Fireflies are Gone Run Time: 100 minutes Screening Times): Wednesday, April 10 at 5:00 pm Saturday, April 13 at 11:20 am Sunday, April 14 at 10:00 am Directed by: Sebastien Pilote Cast: Karelle Tremblay, Pierre-Luc Brillant, Francois Papineau Synopsis: A frustrated teenager frees herself from her mother’s influence and her narrow life in a small, industrial town to find out who she really is.
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Inner City Rats Consequences Run Time: 95 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 13, 3:40 pm Sunday, April 14, 4:40 pm Directed by: Darko Štante Cast: Matej Zemljič, Timon Šturbej, Gašper Markun, Lovro Zafred, Rosana Hribar, Dejan Spasić, Blaž Setnikar, Iztok Drabik Jug, Lea Cok Synopsis: The 18-year-old Andrej is sent to a youth detention center due to problematic behavior. There, he meets Željko, the informal leader of the detainees. Upon discovering Andrej’s secret, Željko soon begins to take advantage of him; Andrej’s sense of responsibility and moral integrity are put to a trial. Ultimately, he must choose between Željko and his reckless lifestyle, and staying true to himself.
Run Time: 80 min Screening Times: Friday, April 5, 5:20 pm Saturday, April 6, 9:15 am • Wednesday, April 10, 7:15 pm Directed by: Sam Garcia Southern Cast: Radamiz, Cameron “Madwiz” Pierre, Sean Stolzen, Connor Dylan, Nathaniel Ansbach, Giordan Diaz Synopsis: Structured as an album, this film depicts New York City as the common thread that weaves together glimpses into the lives of young misfits, petty thieves, and low-level criminals. Starring rapper Radamiz, the film is from a 19-year-old writer / director.
The Charlie Movie Southern Pride Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 13 at 5:50 pm Sunday, April 14 at 2:30 pm Directed by: Malcolm Ingram Cast: Documentary Synopsis: This film follows the story of two small towns in Mississippi as they plan their inaugural Gay Pride in the wake of the 2016 US Presidential election. Months of preparation yield fundraising fiascos, unexpected road repairs, and indifferent spring breakers. But the power of community should never be underestimated, and the brave efforts of the two gay bars are an inspiring example of real Southern Pride.
Run Time: 85 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 6, 1:30 pm Sunday, April 7, 6:45 pm • Tuesday, April 9, 7:15 pm Directed by: Bobby Huntley Cast: Kortnee Price, Nikki Lashae, Ashley S Evans, Lailaa Brookings Synopsis: A quirky young woman struggles to remain carefree after the death of the love of her life: her sister.
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Heart, Baby!
The Garden Left Behind
Run Time: 110 minutes
Run Time: 90 minutes
Screening Times: Friday, April 12 at 11:05am Saturday, April 13 at 3:30 pm Sunday, April 14 at 11:20 am
Screening Time(s): Friday, April 12 at 7:55 pm Saturday, April 13 at 1:35 pm
Directed by: Angela Shelton
Cast: Michael Madsen, Ed Asner, Carlie Guevara, Danny Flaherty, Alex Kruz, Anthony Abdo, Mriam Cruz, Tamara M. Williams, Dawn Young
Directed by: Flavio Alves
Cast: Gbenga Akinnagbe, Jackson Rathbone, ShawnCaulin Young Synopsis: “Heart, Baby!,” is the true story of George and Doc, best friends from reform school, to life in prison where George becomes an unbeatable prison boxer, with songwriter Doc as his cornerman and Crystal, his devoted Christian Transgender cellmate. When George is offered freedom to fight in the 1984 Olympics, he shocks everyone by turning it down, sending Doc, Crystal, and other inmates on a journey to discover the true meaning of friendship, faith and heart.
Synopsis: “The Garden Left Behind” traces the relationship between Tina, a young Mexican trans woman, and Eliana, her grandmother, as they navigate Tina’s transition and struggle to build a life for themselves as undocumented immigrants in New York City.
AFRICAN AMERICAN DIRECTED SHORTS Run Time: 85 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 6 at 11:25 am Monday, April 8 at 7:15 pm Tuesday, April 9 at 9:10 pm
Disco Head
Directed by: Lindsey Oblitey Synopsis: Carter has a fateful encounter with an unexpected stranger in a bathroom who introduces a bit of needed ridiculousness into his life.
Pink & Blue
Directed by: James Parris Synopsis: Animated short promoting gender-equality and challenging gender-segregation from a toyseye-view. A group of toys in a house segregated by gender have their status quo challenged.
GAMERS
Directed by: Searit Huluf Synopsis: An amateur female gamer is given a lifetime opportunity to try out for a pro league gaming team, only to be repressed by self-doubt.
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Directed by: Andrew Reid Synopsis: Inspired by a true story. A recent spinal cord injury patient struggles to reconcile his sense of self-worth with his new reality as a paraplegic.
Birth of Afrobeat
Directed by: Opiyo Okeyo Synopsis: Filmmaker Opiyo Okeyo follows iconic drummer, Tony Allen, as he recounts how he and late musician Fela Kuti, founded Africa’s most popular music genre –Afrobeat.
Trio
Directed by: Kevin Giles Synopsis: Two siblings struggle to coexist with their vice-riddled single mother.
White Noise
Directed by: Frida Perez Synopsis: In need of extra cash, Dolores, a young black waitress, participates in a psychological study.
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The Treadmill
Directed by: Stefan Dezil Synopsis: In the near future, an out-of-shape black man uses his VR Treadmill, sending him back to a point in history to motivate himself to run.
Utopia
Directed by: Aimiende Negbenebor Sela Synopsis: Angel, a twentysomething aspirational woman, wakes up from a coma in Uganda.
LATINO AMERICAN SHORTS Run Time: 85 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 3:15 pm Monday, April 8 at 9:20 pm • Wednesday, April 10 at 9:10 pm
Without Shame
Directed by: David E Valdez Synopsis: As the debate for border security continues, Carlos and Emilio discuss the legitimacy of their illegal actions somewhere in the hot, Arizona desert.
Abuela’s Luck
Directed by: Ricky Rosario Synopsis: A young man’s relationship with his grandmother is altered forever after a chance visit to his neighborhood Dominican bodega.
Pozole
Directed by: Jessica Mendez Siqueiros Synopsis: La Gringa killed her Nana.
Manos Que Nos Hicieron
Directed by: Julius Austin Olivas Synopsis: A family’s tradition of making hand-pressed tortillas is passed down from one generation to the next. This is a film centered on the importance of preserving cultural traditions.
A Period Piece
Directed by: Sylvia Ray Synopsis: Cheered on by her best friend, a teen confronts her greatest fear – tampons.
Abuela’s Luck
Her Body
Directed by: Juan Avella Synopsis: A Latina immigrant must face her abusive American boyfriend when she wakes up in a garage about to be sold to a body trafficking ring.
ME 3.769
Directed by: Elaine Del Valle Synopsis: A Pubescent Latina looks forward to her maturing body, but must soon cope with the sexual misconduct of someone she trusts.
Paradise Terrace
Directed by: Pedro Perez Nuñez Synopsis: The day in the lives of three interwoven stories about domestic violence, irresponsibility, and the effects of immigration in an apartment complex named Paradise Terrace.
NATIVE AMERICAN SHORTS Run Time: 60 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 6 at 7:50 pm Sunday, April 7 at 4:35 pm • Thursday, April 11 at 9:30 pm
Odd Timbre
Directed by: Matthew George Synopsis: Two friends display their creative process of making music.
Crooked
Directed by: Lauren DeJolie Synopsis: A day in the life of two detectives.
Telling People You’re Native American When You’re Not Native Is A Lot Like Telling A Bear You’re A Bear When You’re Not A Bear
Light
Directed by: Sarah Hennigan Synopsis: A gifted young woman launches into the darkness to find a way to save her people. What she uncovers, nobody expected.
Cowboy
Directed by: Boise Esquerra Synopsis: A bitter, lonely cowboy is set at ease after crossing paths with a promiscuous female vagabond. Odd Timbre
Directed by: Joey Clift Synopsis: A PSA explaining that telling people you’re Native when you’re not Native is like telling a bear you’re a bear when you’re not a bear.
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The Bastard’s Fig Tree
Run Time: 85 minutes
Run Time: 105 minutes
Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 9:35 pm Wednesday, April 10 at 7:30 pm
Screening Times: Saturday, April 6 at 1:20pm Monday, April 8 at 9:35pm
Directed by: Drew Bolduc
Directed by: Ana Murugarren
Cast: Shannon Hutchinson, Jasmina Parent, Yael Haskal, Jonathan Newport, Vito Trigo
Cast: Karra Elejalde, Carlos Areces, Pepa Aniorte, Jordi Sanchez
Synopsis: A young girl must brave the alien wilderness of a faraway planet to save the President of Earth from a murderous astronaut.
Synopsis: In Ana Murugarren’s whimsical THE BASTARDS’ FIG TREE, a fascist soldier in the Spanish Civil War becomes a fig-tree obsessed hermit after looking into the vengeful eyes of a young boy whose father and brother he had violently executed.
Nightmare Cinema Run Time: 120 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 6 at 7:40 pm Saturday, April 13 at 9:50 pm
In Fabric Run Time: 120 minutes Screening Time: Friday, April 12 at 7:40 pm Directed by: Peter Strickland Cast: Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Hayley Squires, Leo Bill and Gwendoline Christie Synopsis: A lonely woman (Marianne Jean-Baptiste), who recently separated from her husband, visits a bewitching London department store in search of a dress that will transform her life. She’s fitted with a perfectly flattering, artery-red gown – which, in time, will come to unleash a malevolent curse and unstoppable evil, threatening everyone who comes into its path.
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Directed by: Alejandro Brugués, Ryûhei Kitamura, David Slade, Joe Dante, Mick Garris Cast: Mickey Rourke, Richard Chamberlain, Adam Godley Synopsis: Five strangers converge at a haunted movie theater owned by The Projectionist (Mickey Rourke). Once inside, the audience members witness a series of screenings that shows them their deepest fears and darkest secrets over five tales. Mick Garris directs the linking sequences set in a cinema theatre where Mickey O’Rourke is the projectionist and the audience are lured in to view films which feature strangely familiar characters. The Thing in the Woods, directed by Alejandro Brugués is a pastiche which throws in every cliche from slashers to alien spiders. Mirare directed by Joe Dante deals with the weirder aspects of cosmetic surgery philia, taking it far beyond any logical conclusion. Mashit directed by Ryûhei Kitamura takes place in a Boarding School where staff and pupils are possessed by Demons. This Way to Egress directed by David Slade is filmed in dark monochrome, a woman loses touch with reality and seems to have crossed into a frightening parallel universe. Dead directed by Mick Garris is set in a hospital where a boy fights evil spirits and a real life murder. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Chris & Lisa LaMont
Automata Run Time: 95 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 6 at 9:40 pm Thursday, April 11 at 9:35 pm Directed by: Lawrie Brewster Cast: Jon Vangdal Aamaas, Christopher David Burton, Nick Ford Synopsis: The latest feature from director/writer duo Lawrie Brewster and Sarah Daly of Scotland’s Hex Studios, “Automata” is a subversive Gothic melodrama, filled with spine-tingling chills and gut-wrenching twists. The epic, supernatural tale pits an antiques expert and his stepdaughter against a foe like no other; a legendary, three-hundred-year-old, life-size clockwork doll, known as ‘The Infernal Princess’. A dark and unflinching film with echoes of “Lolita” and “The Shining”, “Automata” makes a bold and timely statement against the system of patriarchy, by exploring how the very notion of love can be perverted by misogyny and abuse, and how that corruption reverberates through the ages.
Survival of the Film Freaks
I Trapped the Devil Run Time: 85 minutes Screening Time: Sunday, April 7 at 6:50 pm Directed by: Josh Lobo Cast: AJ Bowen, Susan Burke, Scot Poythress Synopsis: Christmas is supposed to be a time for peace and joyful family reunions. But when Matt (AJ Bowen) and his wife Karen (Susan Burke) show up unannounced at the home of his estranged brother Steve (Scott Poythress) to celebrate the holidays, they are instead greeted with a horrifying surprise: trapped in the basement is a man. But not just any man. Steve believes that his hostage is none other than the devil himself. As shock and skepticism turn to fear and paranoia, Matt and Karen find themselves facing a terrifying quandary: is Steve dangerously unhinged? Or could the mysterious stranger really be evil incarnate? Either way, the stage is set for a true Christmas from hell.
Run Time: 100 minutes Screening Times: Monday, April 8 at 7:20 pm Friday, April 12 at 10:30 pm Saturday, April 13 at 10:00 pm Directed by: Bill Fulkerson and Kyle Kuchta Cast: Ted Raimi, Adam Green, Lloyd Kaufman, Joe Bob Briggs, Greydon Clark, Jackson Stewart, Chris Gore, Rob Galluzzo, Kurando Mitsutake Synopsis: Survival of the Film Freaks is a documentary exploring the phenomenon of cult film and how it survives in the 21st Century. The documentary traces decades of film fanaticism up to the present, where the ‘digital age’ has transformed the way we experience movies. Part-love letter to, part-exploration of cult fandom, Film Freaks features interviews with genre favorites Ted Raimi and Joe Bob Briggs, up-and-coming filmmakers Jackson Stewart and Kurando Mitsutake, and many more.
The Hole in the Ground Run Time: 90 min Screening Time: Friday, April 4 at 7:40 pm Directed by: Lee Cronin Cast: Seána Kerslake, James Cosmo, Simone Kirby, Steve Wall, and James Quinn Markey Synopsis: Sarah and her young son, Chris, move to a new home in the Irish countryside, next to a forest that hides an enormous sinkhole. One night, Chris vanishes, and when he reappears he seems unharmed and unchanged. But, as his behavior grows increasingly disturbing, Sarah begins to fear that the boy who has returned may not be her son at all. The feature debut from writer-director Lee Cronin, “The Hole in the Ground” weaves suspense, terror, and supernatural folklore into a richly evocative story about the primal fears of motherhood. Presented in part by a donation from Reel Friends Mark Beierwaltes and Mauricio Pereira PHXFILM.COM
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Darlin’ Run Time: 105 minutes Screening Time: Friday, April 12 at 9:55 pm Directed by: Pollyanna McIntosh Cast: Lauryn Canny, Bryan Batt, Nora-Jane Noone, Cooper Andrews, and Pollyanna Mcintosh as The Woman Synopsis: Found at a Catholic hospital, filthy and ferocious, feral teenager Darlin’ is whisked off to a care home run by The Bishop and his obedient nuns where she is to be tamed into a “good girl.” However, Darlin’ holds a secret darker than the “sins” she is threatened with, and she is not traveling alone. The Woman, equally fierce and feral, who raised her is ever present and is determined to come for her no matter who tries to step in her way. Continuing the twistedly vicious adventure of Lucky McKee’s cult hit The Woman, Darlin’ sees standout star Pollyanna McIntosh both in front of and behind the camera, expertly commanding an all-consuming feast on the senses and sensibility in equal measure.
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One Cut of the Dead Run Time: 100 minutes Screening Times: Tuesday, April 9 at 7:20pm Saturday, April 13 at 7:45 pm Directed by: Shinichiro Ueda Cast: Takayuki Hamatsu, Mao, Harumi Shuhama, Kazuaki Nagaya, Hiroshi Ichihara, Yuzuki Akiyama Synopsis: The film opens in a run-down, abandoned warehouse where a film crew is making a zombie film… Yet, this is no ordinary warehouse. It’s been said that it’s the site of where military experiments took place…Out of nowhere, real zombies arrive and terrorize the crew! This may sound like the plot of a clichéd zombie film, but “One Cut of the Dead” is something completely different! Starting off with a non-stop one-take 37 minute shot, the film then completely switches direction and turns the zombie genre completely upside down into a charming, audience-friendly comedy!
Body at Brighton Rock Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 9:15 pm Thursday, April 11 at 7:20 pm Directed by: Roxanne Benjamin Cast: Karina Fontes, Casey Adams, Emily Althaus, John Getz, Matt Peters Synopsis: Wendy, a part-time summer employee at a mountainous state park, takes on a rough trail assignment at the end of the season, trying to prove to her friends that she’s capable enough to do the job. When she takes a wrong turn and ends up deep in the backcountry, she stumbles upon what might be a potential crime scene. Stuck with no communication after losing her radio and with orders to guard the site, Wendy must fight the urge to run and do the harder job of staying put — spending the night deep in the wilderness, facing down her worst fears and proving to everyone - including herself - that she’s made of stronger stuff than they think she is.
Redcon 1 Run Time: 120 minutes Screening Times: Tuesday, April 9 at 9:35 pm Saturday, April 13 at 10:05 pm Directed by: Chee Keong Cheung Cast: Oris Erhuero, Carlos Gallardo, Mark Strange Synopsis: After a deadly viral outbreak, an elite squad of special force soldiers must infiltrate a quarantine zone to rescue a scientist who holds the only cure to save mankind.
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HORROR SHOWCASE
Isabelle
My Soul to Keep
Run Time: 80 minutes
Run Time: 90 minutes
Screening Time(s): Friday, April 12 at 9:20am Saturday, April 13 at 10:05am • Sunday, April 14 at 4:45pm
Screening Times: Friday, April 12 at 5:35 pm Saturday, April 13 at 11:40 am • Sunday, April 14 at 2:40 pm
Directed by: Rob Heydon
Directed by: Ajmal Ahmad
Cast: Adam Brody, Amanda Crew
Cast: Parker Smerek, Remington Gielniak, Arielle Olkhovsky, Brandon Layne, Maria Wasikowski, Emmanuelle Turco
Synopsis: A young couple’s dream of starting a family shatters as they descend into the depths of paranoia and must struggle to survive an evil presence that wants nothing more than their very own lives.
Synopsis: Like many 9-year-old boys, Eli Braverman believes something menacing lives in his basement. When his older sister leaves him home alone one night, Eli discovers if this evil is real or all in his head. What Eli confronts may end up being far more terrifying than even his worst nightmare.
The Chicken Party Run Time: 105 minutes Screening Time(s): Friday, April 12 at 1:20pm Saturday, April 13 at 9:20am • Sunday, April 14 at 12:20pm Directed by: Carlos R. Valencia Cast: Ami Shimada, Saskia Vinkhuyzen, Anthony Gros, Schafer Bourne Synopsis: Two Japanese sisters come to Los Angeles for the first time, and during their travels, they are invited to a Chicken Party, a place to make international friends. At first the party is nice and fun, but by the end of the night it turns into a nightmare and the sisters must get out before they are killed.
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To Tokyo Run Time: 75 min Screening Time(s): Friday, April 12 at 10:05am Saturday, April 13 at 3:50pm • Sunday, April 14 at 10:30am Directed by: Caspar Seale-Jones Cast: Florence Kosky, Emily Seale-Jones, Luke Smith Synopsis: A vulnerable girl hiding from her monstrous Step-father, finds herself in the arms of a real monster. She has four nights to conquer them both.
SCI-FI SHOWCASE
Last Sunrise Run Time: 105 min
Excursion Run Time: 85 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 12 at 9:15 am Saturday, April 13 at 8:05 pm • Sunday, April 14 at 12:10 pm Directed by: Martin Grof Cast: Johnny Mindlin, Richard Canal, Sophie Wilson, Jeryl Burgess, JP Turner Synopsis: A mystery thriller about a 1980’s devoted Czechoslovakian communist party member visiting his future self, to make sure Socialism still prospers.
Screening Times: Friday, April 12 at 11:15 am Saturday, April 13 at 3:40 pm • Sunday, April 14 at 4:35 pm Directed by: Wen Ren Cast: Zhang Jue, Zhang Yue Synopsis: A future reliant on solar energy falls into chaos after the sun disappears, forcing a reclusive astronomer and his bubbly neighbor out of the city. As temperature goes subzero, oxygen depletes, and the only hope is a miracle at their final destination, District Four. Akin to the orphan Planet Earth, they gravitate forward in search of light in the perpetual darkness.
The Spiral Run Time: 95 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 12 at 7:50 pm Saturday, April 13 at 9:15 am • Sunday, April 14 at 2:20 pm Directed by: Peter Wong Cast: Siti Saleha, Peter Davis, Ben Andrew Pfeiffer Synopsis: Jon Caine, a respected lecturer, was found missing. Later he resurfaced and massacred a group of people. He was caught and sent to an asylum to be interrogated by Dr. Melanie Surya. Erratic, psychotic and deadly, Jon was very different before he went missing. Melanie soon learned that her existence is the key to Jon’s sudden change of behavior.
Volition Run Time: 95 min Screening Times: Friday, April 12 at 3:30pm Saturday, April 13 at 1:30pm • Sunday, April 14 at 10:10am Directed by: Tony Dean Smith Cast: Adrian Glynn McMorran, Magda Apanowicz, John Cassini, Frank Cassini, Aleks Paunovic, Bill Marchant Synopsis: “Volition” is a mind-bending sci-fi thriller about a man afflicted with clairvoyance who tries to change his fate when a series of events leads to a vision of his own imminent murder. But as he sets out to avoid his certain death, he comes to see that his pre-sentient condition is not quite what it seems.
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HORROR SHORTS A Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 9:10 pm Friday, April 12 at 11:15 am Saturday, April 13 at 5:40 pm
Plastic Hip
Directed by: Bradford Uyeda Synopsis: In this music video, a mad doctor replaces a geriatric patient’s hip with one straight from hell.
Third Wheel
Directed by: Daniel DelPurgatorio Synopsis: Susan has more than just skeletons in her closet.
Keloid
Directed by: Brendan Pollecutt Synopsis: Libby donates a kidney to her fiancé, Dom. After he breaks off the engagement, she goes on a mission to get it back.
Rotsy
Directed by: D. A. Keenan Synopsis: Rotsy, a killer clown, is faced with death when his slasher villain friends find out he has never killed anyone.
Songbird
Directed by: Helen Baldwin Synopsis: Raymond discovers a “magic camera,” which he uses as a weapon to dominate women. After recovering from their initial terror, the women reclaim their power.
The Leshiy
Directed by: Ben Anderson, Sawyer Purman Synopsis: “The Leshiy” follows Anya as she attempts to free her husband from the curse of the Leshiy, a monstrous winter demon.
Keloid
The Foodies
Directed by: Julien de Volte, Arnaud Tabarly Synopsis: Completely mad, very hungry, “The Foodies” make a terrifying and evil family. They are ready to do anything for food, including the worst.
HORROR SHORTS B Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 6 at 9:50 pm Friday, April 12 at 3:40 pm Saturday, April at 1:45 pm
Peep
Directed by: Zachary Dehm Synopsis: A young woman is stalked by a shadowy figure that lurks outside her new apartment. Her peephole may be the key to stopping him.
Zombied
Directed by: Matthew Van Vorst Synopsis: Jordan, a discontented employee, struggles with her grasp on reality as she transitions into becoming a zombie, ultimately finding where she belongs.
Frozen in Terror
Directed by: Chad Patrick Shannon Synopsis: A young couple wakes up to a chilling discovery.
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The Whistler
Directed by: Jennifer Nicole Stang Synopsis: Lindsey is forced to babysit her little sister, Becky. One night, after falling asleep, she wakes up to find her sister gone.
Exibit Man
Directed by: Trevor Mirosh Synopsis: A police forensic photographer discovers that people in the small town of Battleford have been infected by an alien.
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A Doll Distorted
Directed by: Niall Shukla Synopsis: Jane suffers from haphephobia (the fear of touch). Tormented by years of loneliness and isolation, she orders a synthetic love doll online to nightmarish consequences.
SCI-FI SHORTS A Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 5 at 9:20 pm Friday, April 12 at 5:40 pm Saturday, April 13 at 11:25 am
Transmission
Directed by: Rebecca Gardiner Synopsis: Whilst on a rescue mission, Madison’s crew starts to go missing around her. She races to save herself, her crew, and the fate of mankind
Lavender
Tik Tok
Bombora
Directed by: Augie Meleo Synopsis: Z travels to Earth to surf.
Directed by: Henry Boffin Synopsis: A woman must learn to let her father go in a future where eating humans has become the norm to help combat growing food shortages.
Beautiful Bunkers
Hot Knife Cold Butter
Regulation
Directed by: Boone Cavender Synopsis: Artemis has spent 15 years in a Cold War Bunker, only communicating through a CB radio. But her childhood friend, Linda, has stopped responding.
Directed by: Zaina Salameh Synopsis: A young man infatuated with the ‘vintage’ phenomenon of romance is caught in an era of clinical matchmaking and engineered laws of genetic love compatibility.
Directed by: R.J. Blake Synopsis: Follow Jon and Claudia as they use TIK TOK, the new dating app that allows people to turn back time to create the perfect moment. Directed by: Ryan Patch Synopsis: An ambitious social worker must decide what to do when a precocious young girl refuses the government-mandated, behavior-modifying patches that guarantee happiness.
SCI-FI SHORTS B Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 6 at 9:30 pm Friday, April 12 at 1:25 pm Saturday, April 13 at 6:00 pm
Secret Chord
Directed by: Karl Thyselius Synopsis: In a dystopic society, the failed musician, Max, finds a device that can make him a Mozart of his time, but may cost him dearly.
In Her Image
Directed by: Nikoloz Kevkhishvili Synopsis: A desperate mother descends deeper into the labyrinth of virtual reality, willing to sacrifice everything to rescue her son from a familiar kidnapper.
The Way the Future Was
Directed by: Raphael Kryszek Synopsis: Matt’s co-worker, Charlie, discovers that he’s caught between two realities, and it’s up to her to save him through a new form of time travel.
Eternity
Directed by: Anna Sobolevksa Synopsis: Once upon a time in the future, humanity overcomes death by digitizing human souls. But what happened if Eternity faced with Love?
Widdershins
Directed by: Simon P. Biggs Synopsis: A pampered gentleman’s orderly, automated existence is thrown into chaos when, against the advice of his robot butler, he chooses to pursue a free-spirited woman. PHXFILM.COM
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PARTY SCHEDULE Don’t miss all the action in The Arizona Republic Party Pavilion and entertainment on the Boulevard Brewing Stage. FRIDAY, APRIL 5TH TITO’S HANDMADE VODKA HAPPY HOUR PARTY 5PM – 1AM Welcome to your new favorite happy hour, sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Hosted at the Phoenix Film Festival Party Pavilion, this “hour” starts in the late evening and doesn’t end until early the next morning. With trivia, prizes, burlesque, cornhole, music, food trucks and so much more, this event is the perfect excuse to grab some friends – or meet some new ones – and party the night away.
SATURDAY, APRIL 6TH FOX NETWORKS INDUSTRY NIGHT 6:30PM – MIDNIGHT This event is the hub for everything and everyone related to the Arizona film industry. With actors, directors, producers, agents and so many more rubbing elbows and exchanging business cards, this free event serves as a great space to connect with some of the state’s finest creators and artists. Even if you’re not a filmmaker, don’t miss this fun one.
KIDS’ DAY 9AM – 2PM
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Sharpening the talents of young creatives – and I possibly the next generation D A Y of Spielbergs – is no easy feat. But here at the Phoenix Film Festival, we’re committed to providing opportunities where daring artists can flourish and access their inner filmmaker. Bring your children out to the Festival for some hands-on exploration into the world of filmmaking at our annual Kids’ Day!
FESTIVAL PANEL 2:30PM – 5:30PM See the breakdown of the panels and the schedule on page 74.
SUNDAY, APRIL 7TH GEEK DAY 1:30PM – 6:30PM Phoenix geek culture is no joke. And we’re happy to celebrate every nerdy aspect of it with our annual Geek Day. If you’re passionate about all things related to superheroes, zombies and comics, be sure to stop by this free event.
FESTIVAL PANEL 2:30PM – 6:30 PM See the breakdown of the panels and the schedule on Page 74.
DESERT DIAMOND COPPER WING AWARDS PARTY Sunday might be the last night of the Party Pavilion, but don’t fear, because it will still boast all of the fun and craze that attendees and filmmakers alike bask in throughout the first few days of the festival. See for yourself who will win the coveted Copper Wing Award!
FRIDAY, APRIL 12TH CIEN AGAVES FILMMAKER FUSION AFTER PARTY 9PM – 12AM Once the films end, the party begins. Stop on by the Cien Agaves Filmmakers Fusion After Party to snack on some flavorful taco and tequila combinations, network with your favorite filmmakers and dance the night away with live acoustic entertainment on the patio.
SATURDAY, APRIL 13TH CAFE PINO AWARDS PARTY 9PM – 12AM Who says you need a tent to have a good party? At the Café Pino Awards Party, we’ll present the awards for Arizona Films, as well as those from the International Horror and Sci-Fi Film Festival. We’ll also be honoring our Arizona Filmmaker of the Year in a special presentation. And if you need any more convincing as to why you should pay this party a visit, guests can also anticipate lively acoustic tunes and tasty food and drink options.
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FILMMAKER PANELS
2019 Weekend Filmmaker Panel Schedule Hosted by Festival alumni, our weekend filmmaker panel series is designed to enhance your experience at the Phoenix Film Festival by bringing together filmmakers, film lovers and industry professionals. Be a part of the conversation! There is something for everyone to learn at the Phoenix Film Festival’s Weekend Filmmaker Panels. The Filmmaker Panel series will be held in the party pavilion on Saturday, April 6th and Sunday, April 7th. SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 2019 2:30pm “Make It Brief But Make It Count!” – Short Films Panel 3:30pm “What In The World Is Happening?” – Documentary Films Panel 4:30pm “Made In Arizona!” – Arizona Filmmakers Panel SUNDAY, APRIL 7, 2019 2:30pm “Unified By Film” – Diversity in Film Panel 3:30pm “How Pictures In My Head Become Words On The Page!” – Screenwriters Panel 4:30pm “That Magic Starts Here!” – Directors Panel 5:30pm “I’m Not Playing This Role, I’m Living It!” – Actors Panel
The Arizona Commission on the Arts is a proud sponsor of the Phoenix Film Festival. Through Professional Development and Artist Research & Development Grants (ARDG), the Arizona Commission on the Arts helps Arizona filmmakers push their craft to the next level. Meanwhile, our Festival and Community Investment Grants support nonprofit organizations in offering unique cinematic experiences to Arizona communities. To learn more, visit www.azarts.gov.
Pictured (Clockwise): The Loft Cinema, Tucson, 2016 Community Investment Grant recipient; Lisa Molomot, filmmaker & 2016 ARDG recipient; Phoenix Film Foundation, 2016 Community Investment Grant recipient; Juan Freitez, filmmaker & 2016 ARDG recipient; and Steven Yazzie, filmmaker & 2015 ARDG recipient.
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Kids’ Day at the Phoenix Film Festival SATURDAY, APRIL 6 – 9AM TO 2PM At the center of every cinematic masterpiece is a team of adamant artists who share an unparalleled love for film. As any filmmaker will tell you, though, mastering the craft doesn’t happen overnight. The job requires a unique commitment to the creative process, which involves a passion for storytelling, a keen eye for indispensable content, and a desire to produce truly great cinema. Kids’ Day is a unique space at the Phoenix Film Festival that provides the future-Spielbergs of the world the opportunity to fine-tune their talents and immerse themselves in the world of film for FREE. Younger festival-goers can attend a story time event, color a classic movie poster, or even test their production capabilities by working to create and edit their own short films. These age-appropriate stations serve as the perfect introduction to the filmmaking process for young creatives. Kids’ Day is presented by Steele Foundation, Bookmans, IFP Phoenix, Valley Youth Theatre, Arizona State University, Glendale Community College, Grand Canyon University and University of Advancing Technology.
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EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH
Middle and High School Educational Programs Developing, shooting and perfecting a big screen picture is no small endeavor. If you’ve ever dreamt of working in the world of film and being a part of the creative action, The Phoenix Film Festival Educational Outreach Program is the ideal space to test out your capabilities and create something that audiences are sure to talk about. Designed specifically for middle and high school-aged students, this week-long program allows aspiring creatives to collaborate on developing a film with one another. From crafting a script one day to shooting scenes on another, this is an opportunity to explore various aspects of the industry and to learn first-hand from media professionals. These seminars complement your school’s curriculum with real world exploration and application.
Filmmaker Panel
Pre-Production Day
FRIDAY, APRIL 5 | 9AM – 2PM You will start with meeting filmmakers who have films in the Festival. In this exclusive panel session, they’ll share about their experiences making films and answer your questions about the process.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10 | 9AM – 2PM On pre-production day, you will learn from industry professionals about storyboarding a script and planning out shots. You will get to create a plan for filming the script using tools and terminology from the pros!
Screenwriting Day
Production Day
TUESDAY, APRIL 9 | 9AM – 2PM Join other students in writing a script during the screenwriting day. A panel of successful screenwriters will share lessons and answer your questions, then help you in creating your own story. The best script moves on into preproduction!
THURSDAY, APRIL 11 | 9AM – 2PM On production day, you will actually film the script using the materials from pre-production day. Working with actors and crew members, you will get to find out first-hand what it is like to be behind the camera, next to the lights, or holding the boom mic.
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ARIZONA STUDENT FILM FESTIVAL
2019 Arizona Student Film Festival Program What better way to honor the magic of film than by showcasing some of Arizona’s own promising up-and-coming talents? Developed in 2007, the Arizona Student Film Festival is a yearly film festival that celebrates the next generation of Arizona Filmmakers. The festival invites grade school and high school students from all across the state to put their creative genius and cinematic talents on display, as they submit and present their best short films under 8 minutes. Films are reviewed and selected by Phoenix Film Festival programmers. Films selected for the AZSFF are then afforded a screening opportunity at the Phoenix Film Festival. Don’t Move
Paranoia
Memory of Seth
A Woman’s Touch
by Madyson Tutt from Williams Field High School
by Julio Ramirez from Hamilton High School
by Tyler Watson from Williams Field High School
by Kaelyn Starrs from Metropolitan Arts Institute
The Dognapping Inconvenience
Ang Pangarap
Psyche
The Journey
by Isa Soriano from Xavier College Preparatory
by Thomas Timberlake from Williams Field High School
by Abigail Drake from Williams Field High School
Transitions
Interview with Eleanor
How to Romance
by Michael Placenti from Brophy College Preparatory
by Isa Soriano from Xavier College Preparatory
by Casey Likes from Chandler High School
Game Night
Copious
The Journey of a Dream
by Antonio Smith-Plata from Williams Field High School
by Aaron Zier from Sweetwater Community School
by Patrick Jackson from Brophy College Preparatory
by Jackson Stake from Chaparral High School
Box of Crayons by Chelsea Selestewa from Flagstaff High School
My Drive with Dick by Brendan Alcott from Brophy College Preparatory
Alleghory of Time by Jason Breinholt from Williams Field High School
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FILM INDEX FILM TITLE
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A Boy’s Fear
24
Disappearing Inka
24
In Fabric
A Civilized Life
24
Disco Head
60
In Her Image
71
A Cohort of Guests
24
DisneyNature’s Penguins
36
In the Heat of the Night
55
A Doll Distorted
70
Doing Money
28
Inner City Rats
59
A Period Piece
61
Duck Soup
54
Isabelle
68
A Wreck in Paradise
30
Dust Rising
26
Jameson 24
Abuela’s Luck
61
Eclipse 24
Jan Palach
57
All Creatures Here Below
32
Eleven Eleven
50
Jim’s Camelot
26
All is True
43
Eta Es Tu Cuba | This is Your Cuba
25
Just a Question
24
An American Tail
53
Eternity 71
Keloid 70
An Innocent Kiss
31
Every Other Weekend
Kenny 26
ASIA A
60
Excursion 69
Killing Margery Keller
50
Assassinaut 64
Exhibit Man
70
Last Sunrise
69
Automata 65 47
Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile
14
Lemonade 25
53
Family Like Yours
28
Levi 51
71
Fantastic Mr. Fox
54
L’Homme et le Poisson
25
Before Sunset
53
Favor 33
Life Without Basketball
48
Beneath Us
31
Finding Alice
28
Light 61
Birth of Afrobeat
60
Fireflies
56
Little Woods
35
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Forgotten 26
71
Frozen in Terror
Live from the Astroturf, Alice Cooper
26
Back Fork Batkid Begins Beautiful Bunkers
Body at Brighton Rock Bombora
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Lavender 71
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Boom 18
GAMERS 60
Loro 37
Brian Banks
Geek, And You Shall Find
48
Lost Holiday
40
Bristled 25
General Magic
18
Love Pool
30
Chronicle 54
Generations 30
Lovers 51
Collisions 38
Glitter 51
Connected: The Joe Polish Story
Hail Satan?
48
Lullaby Theories: Babies & Babies & Babies
25
Consequences 59
Heart of Gold
51
Manos Que Nos Hicieron
61
CONSORTIUM: A Prologue
51
Heart, Baby!
60
ME 3.769
61
Cosplay vs the World
51
Her Body
61
Me. 51
Cowboy
61
Homecoming 25
Melodi 30
Crooked 61
Hot Knife Cold Butter
71
Midnight Cowboy
55
Cruel Hearts
18
How to Live Your Life Correctly
25
Midnight Traveler
32
Cry-Baby
54
Hudson 18
Mike Wallace is Here
36
Curtiz 28
I Trapped the Devil
65
Modified
29
Darlin 66
Imaginary Bullets
51
Mogu and Perol
25
Directions to Albuquerque
Improbable
51
Mountain Rest
47
41
47
51
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Spell 33
The Loss
30
Neverland 24
Spiral 69
Nightmare Cinema
Sprinter 38
The Parable of the Disappearing Recliner
24
Novalis 25
Stand By Me
54
The Proposal
32
Odd Timbre
61
Summer Night
47
The River Within
29
Ode to Joy
45
Suncatcher 24
The Seasons of Saguaro Sam
25 45
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Off the Rails
20
Surprise Me!
36
The Tomorrow Man
One Cut of the Dead
66
Survival of the Film Freaks
65
The Treadmill
60
Ophelia 32
Sweetheart 51
The Way the Future Was
71
Original Sin
Teaching in Arizona
51
The Weight of Water
20 70
38
Out of the Shadows
26
Teen Spirit
43
The Whistler
Over the Wall
30
Tell it to the Bees
37
The White Crow
35
Paradise Terrace
61
The World Alone
21
The Wrong Todd
20
Them That Follow
46
61
Third Wheel
70
Pink & Blue
60
Telling People You’re Native American When You’re Not Native is a Lot Like Telling a Bear You’re a Bear When You’re Not a Bear
Plastic Hip
70
Tender Matches
51
Tik Tok
71
Pour 585
25
The Bastard’s Fig Tree
64
To Tokyo
68
Peep 70 Peggy 24
Pozole 61 Prosecuting Evil
33
Raising Buchanan
50
Red Joan
38
Red Tape
25
Redcon 1
67
Regulation 71 Rotsy 70 Rusty Boys
57
Schwagged 51 Scrap 24 Secret Chord
71
Secret Ingredient
57
Snowball
25
Soliloquy 24 Songbird
70
Southern Pride
59
Speed of Life
36
78
Toasted 25
The Battle for Ranked Choice Voting
26
Transmission 71
The Biggest Little Farm
48
Trio 60
The Blues Crab
25
Utopia 60
The Charlie Movie
59
Vanilla 21
The Chicken Party
68
Vita and Virginia
The Deer Hunter
55
Volition 21
The Farewell
16
Volition 69
The Fireflies are Gone
57
What Men Long For
29
The Foodies
70
While I Breathe I Hope
37
The French Connection
55
White Noise
60
The Garden Left Behind
60
Widdershins 71
The Grounds
20
Wild Rose
The Hole in the Ground
65
Wildland 35
The Incident
25
Without Shame
61
The Indies: An Animated Short
25
The Invisible Man (1933)
53
Wolves Unleashed - Against All Odds
29
The Leshiy
70
Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin
21
Zombied
70
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