The Lost Season

US, Short Animation, 2023, 6 min

Colorado Premiere

The world is experiencing its final winter. A giant streaming company hires all available camera operators to film the final weeks of this soon-to-be-lost season. After seeing their footage as a form of ecological exploitation, the camera operators refuse to commodify further climate collapse with their labor.

Directed by Kelly Sears

The Sink: The Rest[aurant] is History

US, Short Documentary, 2023, 28 min

The Sink has been on The Hill in Boulder, CO for 100 years, witnessing the evolution of the town, The Hill, and the world. This film highlights its time in business along with stories and sentiments from past owners, employees, and patrons who have created a century of memories at the iconic restaurant.

Directed by Bruce Borowsky, Mike Scalisi

A Message From Dog

US, Short Film, 2023, 5 min

World Premiere

When pondering the mysteries of the universe, maybe you should listen to what the dog has to say.

Directed by Donald Sniffin

O Christmas Dream

US, Short Film, 2023, 20 min

Boulder Premiere

This award-winning film follows Greg Evans, a passionate and meticulous Christmas enthusiast who spends months planning, designing, and assembling his dream tree. Can a Christmas tree be considered fine art?

Directed by Tom Parkin

Unseen Peaks

US, Short Documentary, 2023, 7 min

Colorado Premiere

After enduring discrimination and trauma due to her blindness, Addie seeks freedom through skiing, ice climbing, and rock climbing, facing both the challenges of these activities and the need for acceptance within the outdoor community as a disabled person.

Directed by Roo Smith

Frozen Dead Guy Days

US, Short Documentary, 2023, 27 min

World Premiere

A fun documentary that shows the origins and colorful history of Colorado's famous winter festival celebrating a frozen dead guy.

Directed by Mike Scalisi