In this program, boundaries blur and perspectives drift. This collection of eight experimental shorts invites viewers into liminal spaces—between land and sea, memory and myth, ritual and rebellion. Each film offers a distinct lens on transformation, whether through decaying landscapes, fractured identities, or surreal encounters.
This program of seven short films explores the tension between performance and authenticity — from influencer baiting in Central Park to a home assistant’s existential crisis. Whether it’s a third martini that opens the door to mystery, a stoner’s worldview shaken by an old friend, or a chef devoured by perfectionism, each story blends absurdity with raw emotion. These are tales of connection, confusion, and the strange flavors of being human.
"Dread Beat an Blood," directed by Franco Rosso, is a documentary celebrating Linton Kwesi Johnson, a pivotal figure in dub poetry and Black activism in Britain. The film features Johnson's performances and activism, marking the 50th anniversary of his iconic poem. It showcases Jamaican culture's impact on 1970s England, restored beautifully for North American audiences. Preceded by a screening of the short film "Freeman Vines."
