Dir. Mona Patterson, Josiah Mendoza & Zoey Franklin

A poetic story of legacy and loss, told through two daughters' letters to their late mother as they struggle to save her restaurant and redefine their bond.

Closing Night presented by Adobe Premiere Pro

Dir. Haohao Qiaoshi Liu

A Chinese girl returns home to Helsinki, with a desire to reassess her feelings about home, perfection, friendship, and regret.

Growing Through It presented by FSU

Dir. Jesse Smolan

A week in the lives of Icelandic farmers as they journey across rugged mountains and valleys to round up thousands of sheep before winter.

All Around Us presented by ScanDesign Foundation

Dir. Pranav Dawar

The high-stakes world of the stunt drivers of Well of Death — where passion, risk, and sacrifice collide.

Opening Night

Dir. Alejandra Villegas, Vanessa Navari, Kate Vela

A 23-year-old recounts his escape from a violent past, revealing an intimate journey through organized crime, family ties, and the illegal arms trade—now living in a new place where no one knows the truth about his history.

Centerpiece presented by Adobe Premiere Pro

Dir. Eva Phillips

Embarking on a journey to reconnect with their grandfather years after his passing, the filmmaker collects testimonials from their mother and grandmother, uncovering new truths and the significance of his life to their family.

Family Portraits