BIFF Shorts: Family Films

Shorts for and about families, for everyone to enjoy! 67 minutes.

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"Vela"

Esteban Powell (Dir), 15 minutes, Canada, Western New York Premiere

In English and Spanish w/ English subtitles.

Director Esteban Powell in attendance.

Young Xime hopes to restore her family by arranging a Día de Los Muertos altar - meanwhile a looming presence closes in.

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"Two Dollars"

Natalia Cricri (Dir), 9 minutes, Australia, New York State Premiere

When Olivia moves to a new country, not only does she have to learn to adapt and overcome the barriers of a new culture, but also the sly tactics of a school bully. In the process, Olivia rises to the challenge and learns what it takes to become her own hero.

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"Sara's Sojourn at CHC"

Casey Jo Harrington (Dir), 11 minutes, USA, World Premiere

Director Casey Jo Harrington in attendance.

The story of CHC Learning Center and student Sara’s journey with her mother by her side. CHC Learning Center mission is to meet the educational, therapeutic, and health needs of our students; in a caring environment while supporting their families and care givers.

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"When Tomorrow Comes"

Kyra Cannon (Dir), 7 minutes, USA, World Premiere

A story about love and loss. After a tragedy, Rodrick instantly falls in love with a recently orphaned mouse, later named Cheezet. He goes through the struggles of being a single parent trying to raise her.

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"Passenger Seat"

Neha Gautam (Dir), 18 minutes, USA, Western New York Premiere

A young Pakistani girl from Queens, New York finds her relationship to her father shifting as his taxi business starts to decline with the rise of ride-share apps.

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"Ama"

Quamae Newsome (Dir), 3 minutes, USA, Western New York Premiere

Director Quamae Newsome in attendance.

A Special Agent navigates the home of her target, battling enemies and her own pride.

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"Eve and the Apple"

Jack L. Levy (Dir), 2 minutes, USA, World Premiere

Director Jack L. Levy in attendance.

A girl named Eve tries to get an apple from a tree.

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"The Champion of Fortune"

Aurora J Mills (Dir), 3 minutes, USA, World Premiere

Director Aurora J Mills in attendance.

During the early hours of the morning a giant bird made out of ash and smoke appears throughout the city. Its destination is a little bakery across from a park. From the bakery’s window a bunny wakes up from her nap. As the baker gets ready for the day, the bunny notices that things around the bakery are starting to disintegrate and senses the oncoming danger. As the bird descends upon the bakery, the baker unleashes his ultimate powers and transforms into a mighty hero.

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"Stories We Could Have Told You"

Darcy Miller (Dir), 19 minutes, USA, New York State Premiere

A mother's bedtime stories take on a surprising and moving life, as she and her daughter process the loss of her husband.