In a world ravaged by radiation, a man wakes up with nothing but a fleeting memory from his childhood. As he stumbles through the desolate wasteland, he begins to recover fragments of his past whilst he sets out on a journey to uncover the truth and put an end to the devastation that has overcome his world.
Body dysmorphia is a subject rarely tackled in film. The irrational beliefs about appearance that sufferers experience, along with the self-conscious anxieties that comes with it, are such fertile grounds for genre exploration. Writing and directing from first-hand experience with this destabilizing illness, Grant Swanson has made a demonically disturbing standout that addresses it in uncompromising terms in DYSMORPHIC, which will be closing this year’s showcase. A film about modern dating. To a point.
A group of entitled nepo babies go to Sagada for a wild long weekend to celebrate their 1st work anniversary – Ada, the ‘Queen Bee’ of the group; J, her influencer boyfriend; Bella, a model; Kel and Sho , twins from a wealthy Spanish family; and Cass, the newest member of the group. They’re the ‘cool kids,’ scions from affluent families. They are met in their private villa by Gil, caretaker and tour guide, whom all the girls are attracted to. The climate is crisp and cool, perfect for the activities they have planned. It seems like everything’s set. However, there’s one catch: tagging along with them is Yayo, Cass’s nanny. He was tasked by Cass’s parents to look out for her. Being a probinsyano, he’s excited to visit Sagada. Together, they enjoy the scenic, unique tourist spots that Sagada has to offer. Little does Yayo know, the group is annoyed by his presence as they expect him to get in the way of the group’s plans to get drunk, high, and
A gripping exploration of morality, class divide, and the human condition. The film follows the story of an upper class family from Florida, whose life is turned upside down when they receive a ransom demand for their son. What begins as a tale of a kidnapping soon evolves into a tense examination of societal contrasts as the family grapples with the decision to sacrifice their fortune to save a child. A narrative that dives into the complexities of human nature, showcasing both the heights of selflessness and the depths of greed.
Far from Tel Aviv and big city crimes, Daphna, 40, a promising police officer with a big mouth, finds herself in the small town of Afula dealing with petty crimes, seeking shade from the scorching heat and dodging the nagging question:” When are you going to get married, and have kids?”. The disappearance of Orly Elimeleh, a beautiful and wild 36 year-old army widow and former beauty queen, soon raises another troubling question for Daphna – why isn't anybody looking for her? This indifference towards Orly’s uncertain fate shakes Daphna to the core. Matan, the younger 34 year-old son and “black sheep” of Orly’s late husband’s family, seems to be the only one who shares Daphna’s concerns, which pushes her to step beyond her professional boundaries. As her faith both in herself and in everybody surrounding her is called into question, Daphna will have to do something she has managed to avoid her entire adult life : put her trust in a man.
When two friends are approached by a mysterious stranger who leaves them with a golden ring and an address, they embark on an existential journey beyond familiar reality.
A young woman suffering from amnesia is urged by her husband to stay at home. But as she pieces together her memory, she discovers, he isn't who he says he is, and neither she.
Party girl, Erica, wants an old-Hollywood romance and will stop at nothing to get it. Her obsession with a new boy she sees at the club leads her down a familiar dark path.
Happily married Jessica has accepted that she is going to die from a terminal illness, and isn't afraid of death. Her real fear however, is her husband Reginald falling back in love with his ex Rebecca, and stealing the life she built.
A rent hike forces Lamar to consider transporting drugs for shady dealer Sean. A watchful detective sniffs them out, and a money shortage with Sean throws their risky plan into chaos. Can they outrun the cops and fix the mess before it's too late?
A talk-show host, usually known for spreading positive energy and inspiration, suddenly decides to vent and let out some bitter remarks as a wake-up call to his audience.
Desperate to keep her promise to host the best superhero party for her 6 year old, young mother Sid, a sex worker, takes extreme measures and books a last-minute client with a dark fetish.