6:00 – Short Blocks 6 | Threads of Connection – (51:39)This film block weaves together narratives that explore the profound impact of human connections, both unexpected and cherished. From a poignant tale of love and memory in the face of dementia to the playful escapades of siblings seeking sweets, and the unlikely bond between a grandfather and his granddaughter, these films delve into the ways in which relationships shape our lives. As we witness characters forging new connections and rediscovering the importance of companionship, we are reminded of the transformative power of human empathy and understanding in a world often marked by loneliness and isolation.
Goodbye, Baby – 8:48 - Directed by Kristine Artymowski
“A woman in her seventies who is getting dementia thinks her dead husband has come back as a tortoise.”
Sugar Crash – 9:48 – Directed by John Huggins
“Two brothers are determined to elude the watchful eye of their grandmother and get to a box of candy.”
Two of a Kind – 9:56 - Directed by Skylar Nelsen
“In "Two of a Kind", we follow Clark and George, a grandfather-granddaughter duo, as they bond over playing poker, being the black sheep of their families, and scamming George's poker buddies: a rowdy group of Vietnam War vets.”
In a World Full of Loneliness – 23:07 – Directed by Jules Taylor
“A story about the universal power of connection to lift up even the most desolate soul. When Mrs. Kenit, relegated to a life of routine and isolation witnesses an act of violence, it causes her to react and her life changes in just one night.”
Event Venue
CALS Ron Robinson Theater, 100 River Market Ave,Little Rock,AR,United States
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