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ROMANCE Best Scene Script: The Homesick Elephant, by Almas Alardhi

A college student’s time has been literally stolen by a dying girl who wishes to fulfill her bucket list of revenge. He tracks her down with the intention of taking it back but he falls in love with her instead. CAST LIST: Yogurt Place Employee – Marcus Bernacci Bridgette – Krista Barzso NARRATION – Neil… Continue reading ROMANCE Best Scene Script: The Homesick Elephant, by Almas Alardhi

ROMANCE Best Scene Reading: I’ll Give You My Heart, by Tamara Steren

 https://youtu.be/Jo3Oqk832OI  After her fiancé is killed on their wedding day, a young woman struggles to open her heart again for a familiar stranger. CAST LIST: Narration: Shawn Devlin Karen: Bree Ali Charlie: Hannah Ehman — Producer/Director: Matthew Toffolo http://www.matthewtoffolo.com Festival Moderators: Matthew Toffolo, Rachel Elder Casting Director: Sean Ballantyne Editors: Kimberly Villarruel, Ryan Haines, John Johnson… Continue reading ROMANCE Best Scene Reading: I’ll Give You My Heart, by Tamara Steren

Director Biography – GG Hawkins (AN ASPIRATIONAL SPACE)

GG Hawkins is a Brooklyn-based director, writer, and actor working in media and entertainment. She currently works at Gimlet Media, an award-winning podcast company, overseeing partnerships with brands like HBO and Showtime to create award-winning audio content, including the first Cannes Lion for audio “Chompers”. GG is part of the inaugural UCB NY Academy Cohort… Continue reading Director Biography – GG Hawkins (AN ASPIRATIONAL SPACE)

Short Film: AN ASPIRATIONAL SPACE, 8min, USA, Drama

After her relationship abruptly ends, a woman isolates herself in a new apartment in an attempt to rebuild her life. Her sister recommends a popular self-help guide that focuses on organizing, tidying, and simplifying life, written by an artist-turned-newsletter-writer-turned- influencer. As she falls deeper into the world of the book, the woman finally feels in… Continue reading Short Film: AN ASPIRATIONAL SPACE, 8min, USA, Drama

Director Biography – Eleni Rivera (LOVE IN SEASONS)

Eleni Rivera was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. She has always had a creative drive and passion for storytelling through film. She is a writer, producer, and first time director. Director Statement Through personal experiences and experiences I have witnessed, I hope through my unique culture and upbringing I can… Continue reading Director Biography – Eleni Rivera (LOVE IN SEASONS)

Short Film: BOOKENDS, 6min, USA, Romance/Drama

An empty-nester couple rekindle their flame after realizing how much love and care, though they express it in totally different ways, they have for each other. Director – Lai Jiang Film Type: Short, Student Runtime: 5 minutes 53 seconds Completion Date: May 6, 2018 Production Budget: 1,000 USD Country of Origin: United States Country of Filming:… Continue reading Short Film: BOOKENDS, 6min, USA, Romance/Drama

ROMANCE Best Scene Screenplay Reading: Rainbow Hunting, by Conor McFarland

  Unable to talk to his crush without vomiting, a nervous nineteen-year-old decides to confess his feelings during a work convention, but finds himself conflicted when he hits it off with the hotel clerk. CAST LIST: Gordon: Bubba Woman: Victoria Murdoch Narration: Esther Thibault Marshall: Sebastian Biasucci Fred: Ash Catherwood — Producer/Director: Matthew Toffolo http://www.matthewtoffolo.com Festival… Continue reading ROMANCE Best Scene Screenplay Reading: Rainbow Hunting, by Conor McFarland

Director Biography – Niels Bourgonje (TURN IT AROUND)

Niels Bourgonje (1980) is an award winning short film and commercial director based in Amsterdam. Niels started out as an intern on the international feature film THE DEVILS DOUBLE which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. He graduated with the short thriller BURN, which was selected for several international filmfestivals winning numerous awards. His follow-up… Continue reading Director Biography – Niels Bourgonje (TURN IT AROUND)

Director Biography – Kaye Tuckerman (JOE)

Originally from Sydney, Australia, Kaye has carved a niche internationally as a sought after director, performer, and designer. Her performing career has seen her headline some of the worlds biggest stage productions. Highlights include: Les Miserables, The Boy From Oz, Mamma Mia!, she has performed at Madison Square Garden for the NBA, and alongside Jennifer… Continue reading Director Biography – Kaye Tuckerman (JOE)