December 15, 2022 Schedule

Synopsis: Several U.S. military veterans share their experiences reintegrating back into civilian life after serving overseas in a time of war. Meet a Staff Sergeant who now enjoys Jujitsu, a Senior Airman who enjoys terrariums to help calm and focus, a Petty Officer who now focuses on his music and family, and a Specialist who is practicing mindfulness and making films. They all share common struggles they are working to overcome in the aftermath of war. Thank them for their sacrifices.

https://www.ancprojectstudio.com/

"For Your Consideration"

Writer: Matthew White

Director: Levi Bowling

Synopsis: A teenage girl, crippled by a severe speech impediment and her father's death, must learn to grow through her social anxiety and fully live her life in an unruly world.

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15747612/

"The Discipline"

Writer/Director: Prahas

Synopsis: A teacher disciplines her pupils when few unwanted incidents occur in a hostel of a residential school for children.

"Plenary"

Writer/Director: Eric Willis

Synopsis: The film centers around the weekly interviews of three mental patients by a psychologist.

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt19770960/

"Restaurant La Verite - Garden of Eden"

Writer: Benn Flore

Synopsis: To eat better leftovers from La Vérité's garbage bin, homeless Betrand and his 12-year-old refugee protege secretly drop cooking tips in the restaurant letterbox. These make its discriminating owner famous. Now Betrand and the boy are no longer welcome next to La Vérité's doorsteps.

http://www.florad.nl/films/

"Something Behind the Walls"

Writer/Director: Kit Wilson

Synopsis: A 1930s reporter travels to an isolated farm to investigate mysterious events and discovers an unspeakable nightmare behind the walls. Soon, the survival of the entire household is pitted against the horrific evil.

https://www.facebook.com/CreepyGooFilm

Special Screening - 'Darkman"

Writers: Chris R. Notarile and Sam Raimi

Director: Chris R. Notarile

Synopsis: With his new life sworn to fighting crime and corruption, the man with no face has set his sights on a new criminal enterprise. Rather than facing it head on, the legendary Darkman uses his mastery of disguise to bring this gang down from within in this three part mini-series.

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13540128/

Special Screening - "Mustard"

Writer/Director: Annalee Drain

Synopsis: A young woman copes with the loss of her parents by visiting a vineyard owned by a close family friend. Using the growing patterns of grape vines as a metaphor, the friend is able to help her find meaning in all seasons of life, good and bad.

Annalee Drain (@annapup8) • Instagram photos and videos

"Don't Shoot"

Writer/Director: Brent Duncan

Synopsis: Quincy drives home from work on the backroads so he can enjoy a blunt on the way home. Police lights then show up behind him; putting him in a panic as he pulls over. He tries to remain calm as the sharp tongued pure southern white officer shouts his demands. This seems like the nightmare he has been warned of his entire life. However, the encounter takes a turn and Quincy learns something about hate and fear.

https://www.brentduncanstories.com/

"Borderline: Mental Health Care in the Balance"

Writer/Director: Maria Fe Picar

Synopsis: Stefanie Hoffman's story about her daughter's attempt to murder her, and then realizing she has borderline personality disorder.

https://www.asianmainstream.com/

Mela Hudson Tribute Film: "Melancholia"

Writer/Director: Redouane Elghazi

Synopsis: Melancholia is a thriller about a depressed writer who, after losing his family, struggles to finish one last book as he searches for redemption.

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8052808/

"April at the End of the Month"

Writer/Director: Tim Disbrow

Synopsis: She wanted some time to herself. It is not going well.

https://www.timdisbrow.com/

"Theory of Desire"

Writers: Rick Danford and Chanel Lynn

Director: Werner Jauch

Synopsis: A psychiatrist has a court ordered session with an untrustworthy patient. Later, his girlfriend helps him understand the patient's motivations.

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt21098906/

"Healing Hands"

Writer/Director: Laurie Blakely

Synopsis: A sculptor collaborates with non-traditional healers to create a reflection on the art of healing, and the healing power of art.

https://www.healinghandsfilm.org/

"The Black Pebble"

Writer/Director: Chris Zarb

Synopsis: On Christmas Eve, at a residence for senior citizens, Vincent learns a lesson in self forgiveness.

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt21030724/

"The Manager Position"

Writer/Director: Craig Trow

Synopsis: Months after losing his job, a man is still unable to tell his wife. While he has used the time to seek employment, it's been all dead ends and rejections. With no job on the horizon, and nowhere to go during working hours, he returns to his old office building to remind him of his former self. At a breaking point, he commandeers the vacant manager's office, and his world starts to open up with new opportunities as he finds himself among others that are also experiencing financial and employment hardship.

https://pro.imdb.com/title/tt17050612/

"Christmas to the Rescue"

Writer/Director: Rick Danford

Synopsis: Santa and Mrs. Claus decide to spend the last few days before the Christmas season at a BNB run by a couple that are not getting along. Can some Santa magic help this family reunite in time to save Christmas?

http://www.christmastotherescue.com/