"In Black & Color" is an innovative film program transitioning from black and white to color, showcasing a diverse array of experimental shorts that explore surreal and comedic themes. This collection emphasizes artistic creativity, affirming cinema's potential to inspire and challenge expectations through dynamic storytelling and visual transformation.
This program of short films spotlights individuals and communities who challenge the forces that seek to marginalize, divide, or define them. Through stories of activism, memory, creativity, and collective care, these documentaries trace currents of resistance across America and reveal the power of ordinary people to push back, speak out, and reshape the world around them.
"ALT/ESC" is a diverse collection of short films that delve into alternate realities, exploring themes of identity, escape, and human connection. The anthology includes works spanning animation, sci-fi, and comedy, presenting narratives on familial bonds, AI, and societal issues. A post-screening discussion with filmmakers will follow.
This electrifying collection of short films blends mystery, obsession, and dark humor, exploring the unknown within everyday life. Featuring themes of psychological suspense and horror, the program includes titles like How the Lonely Keep and Sudden Death. A post-screening discussion with filmmakers is expected to follow.
This program features a collection of short films that examine themes of transformation and self-discovery in the American South and Mexico. Through poignant narratives about youth and familial struggles, the films highlight essential life choices. A discussion with the filmmakers is scheduled following the screenings of these impactful stories.
The Tallahassee Filmmakers and the Tallahassee Film Festival present a shorts program showcasing nominees from the Tally850 short film competition. Independent teams created films within 90 days, and audiences will be among the first to view titles like Red Herring, Best Movie Extras, and Rules of the Game.
This program showcases a selection of unique comedies featuring characters facing awkward life moments. From a seminarian's secret to a neurodivergent collector's struggles, the films blend humor and heart. Notable titles include "Becoming," "Babesmilk," and "Kitty," each exploring themes of insecurity, memory, and personal quests through absurdity.
This program features five intimate documentaries that delve into resilience and identity amidst uncertainty. From a coal miner's reflections on faith to a boy's entry into demolition derby, these films portray personal stories of perseverance and the quest for meaning, highlighting the extraordinary humanity in everyday experiences.
"Local Lens" showcases short films by local filmmakers that celebrate community and belonging. It includes "Echoes of Smoke," depicting a lost community, "Local Art Is Not A SCAM," highlighting collaborative creativity, and "The Nothing Club," focusing on a youth's discovery of community's importance. A discussion with filmmakers is planned post-screening.
Join acclaimed author Mark Binelli on Thursday, October 8 for an exclusive event featuring insights from his upcoming biography, Just a Shot Away: Martin Scorsese’s Life in Film. The evening includes a New York style cocktail hour at 6:15pm by Luxe Catering and screenings at 7:30pm of rare Scorsese short films and a book signing. Tickets are $20 in advance.