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The Future
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The Future

2011
Suddenly aware that their lives will radically change in a month's time, Sophie and Jason quit their jobs, pursue new interests and disconnect from the Internet, knowing that their actions will literally change the course of history.

Directed by:

  • Miranda July
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    Shorts!: Vol. 3
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    Shorts!: Vol. 3

    2005
    Good things come in small packages, as evidenced by the 16 award winners showcased in this collection, which represents the best short films screened at Cannes, Sundance, Telluride, Tribeca and many other film festivals. This international collection includes Johan Brisinger's "Passing Hearts Sweden," Kathleen Na's "L'Entretien," Shawn Ku's "Pretty Dead Girl" and many other superb shorts. Extras include extensive commentaries by the filmmakers.

    Directed by:

  • Michael Canzoniero
  • Eva Saks
  • David Karlsberg
  • Hisko Hulsing
  • Ryan Fleck
  • Peter Craig
  • Leon Siminiani
  • Steven Tsuchida
  • Shawn Ku
  • Kathleen Man
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    Shorts: Vol. 4
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    Shorts: Vol. 4

    2007
    Sixteen award-winning film festival shorts are showcased in this anthology that includes "Maestro," a 2006 Academy Award nominee for Best Short (Animated). Other titles are "Dog Years," "Rain Is Falling," "Goodnight Bill," "At Dawning," "Insomnia," "Winning the Peace," "Learn Self Defense," "Rave Against the Machine," "The Silent Treatment," "Raccoon," "Mantis Parable," "Dinner Conversation," "Snowblink," "Exhibit 42" and "Ten Steps."

    Directed by:

  • Sam Hearn
  • Richard Penfold
  • Holger Ernst
  • John Mitchell
  • Jeremy Kipp Walker
  • Martin Jones
  • Vladimir Leschiov
  • Eli Kaufman
  • Chris Harding
  • Richard Rudy
  • James Harvey
  • Peter Lydon
  • Trey Nelson
  • Josh Staub
  • Jim Cashman
  • Sophie Barthes
  • Andrij Parekh
  • Glenn Komsky
  • Brendan Muldowney
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    Angela
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    Angela

    1995
    In an effort to cope with her difficult family life, 10-year-old Angela withdraws into an imaginary world in which she tries to purge herself and her 6-year-old sister of evil, hoping that it will cure their mentally ill mother.

    Directed by:

  • Rebecca Miller
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    Rum and Coke
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    Rum and Coke

    2001
    Linda (Diana Marquis), the successful daughter of Cuban immigrants, has vowed to keep her Latino heritage at a distance. She's also vowed to stay away from all Latino men, choosing instead the passionless, self-absorbed Steve (Christopher Marazzo). But Linda's plans change when she meets charming firefighter Jose (Juan Carlos Hernandez), who introduces her to a world of Latin passion in this romantic comedy from Maria Escobedo.

    Directed by:

  • Maria Escobedo
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    Expired
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    Expired

    2007
    Claire (Samantha Morton) lives a sheltered life, taking care of her invalid mother and working as a traffic enforcement officer. When she meets the equally shy Jay (Jason Patric), the pair falls in love. This is the first intimate relationship for both of them, opening the door for awkwardness and fear, tenderness and hilarity. Documentarian and award-winning filmmaker Cecilia Miniucchi makes her feature debut with this achingly honest romance.

    Directed by:

  • Cecilia Miniucchi
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    Cadillac Ranch
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    Cadillac Ranch

    1997
    Three crazy sisters tear across Texas seeking revenge on the man they believe sent their father to prison. One of the girls, CJ (Suzy Amis), works in a strip club owned by Wood Grimes (Christopher Lloyd), the man who pulled off a robbery with the girls' father and another thief, years ago. The thief ended up dead, and the sisters believe Grimes was responsible -- but their daddy is the one who went to prison.

    Directed by:

  • Lisa Gottlieb
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    The Alice
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    The Alice

    2004
    In this engrossing made-for-TV drama, adventure, mystery and romance collide as Aussies from across the land Down Under -- drawn by inexplicable forces -- converge on the outback town of Alice Springs to observe a total solar eclipse. When they cross paths, the lives of washed-up rock star Jack Jaffers (Erik Thomson), jittery nurse Helen Gregory (Caitlin McDougall) and botanist Matt Marione (Patrick Brammall) will never be the same.

    Directed by:

  • Kate Dennis
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    Boxing Helena
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    Boxing Helena

    1993
    Gifted surgeon Nick Cavanaugh (Julian Sands) seems to have it all -- except his heart's fondest desire: coldhearted temptress Helena (Sherilyn Fenn), who unceremoniously dumps him after a one-night stand. Though she repeatedly rebuffs Nick, he maintains his obsessive pursuit. When Helena becomes a hit-and-run victim in front of Nick's mansion, the disarming doctor takes her inside, imprisons her and literally turns her into his personal Venus.

    Directed by:

  • Jennifer Chambers Lynch
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    Triumph of Love
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    Triumph of Love

    2002
    It's cross-dressing farce at its finest when a princess (Mira Sorvino) attempts to restore her land to its rightful heir, Agis (Jay Rodan), but must resort to disguising herself when it becomes clear Agis will have nothing to do with her. Sheltered from the world by a philosopher (Ben Kingsley), Agis is clueless about the seductive power of his chiseled looks, until the princess takes it upon herself to educate him in matters of the heart.

    Directed by:

  • Clare Peploe
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    High Times' Potluck
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    High Times' Potluck

    2002
    Middle-aged mobster Frank (Frank Adonis) learns about some top-notch Kentucky marijuana from punk-rock singer Jade (Theo Kogan). Housed in a suitcase, the high-quality reefer makes its way to Manhattan and is handled by countless people from all walks of life who buy, sell or steal the valuable luggage. The colorful group later descends on a pot legalization rally, bringing the film's quirky events full circle.

    Directed by:

  • Alison Thompson
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    Upstate
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    Upstate

    2010
    After emerging from isolation following her mother's death, Liz (Iracel Rivero) decides to travel to the Catskills to bond with her oldest friend, Steve (Max Arnaud), a newlywed living in rural bliss. But the reunion proves fraught with complications. Steve's wife, Sylvia (Suzan Mikiel Kennedy), senses danger in the old friends' closeness, while Steve and Liz struggle to work out their feelings for each other.

    Directed by:

  • Andrew Luis
  • Katherine Nolfi
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    Across the Moon
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    Across the Moon

    1995
    Looking to start life anew, two disparate women -- Carmen (Elizabeth Peña) and Kathy (Christina Applegate) -- leave Los Angeles behind to be near their boyfriends (Peter Berg and Tony Fields), who are serving time in a Mojave Desert prison. Kathy and Carmen share a tumbledown trailer owned by a slimy defense attorney and struggle financially as they await their men's release. How will the ladies survive when authorities seize their home?

    Directed by:

  • Lisa Gottlieb
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    Face
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    Face

    2002
    Genie (Kristy Wu), a Chinese American, was raised by her grandmother when her own mother, Kim (Bai Ling), abandoned her after birth. Now an adult, the usually distant Genie finally opens her heart to the possibilities of love when she meets Michael (Treach), an African-American DJ. But when her grandmother expresses disapproval of her relationship and Kim suddenly shows up on the scene, Genie must decide which ties are most important to her.

    Directed by:

  • Bertha Bay-Sa Pan
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    Memron
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    Memron

    2004
    Nancy Hower directs this improvisational romp through the ruins of corporate fraud. Memron was the greatest company in the world, until the bosses cooked the books and mugged everyone blind. Now the busted CEO rules the prison yard golf course, while a group of ex-employees struggle with the absurdities of starting over from nothing. Document shredding, cooked books and unemployment have never been so much fun! Tim Bagley and Claire Forlani star.

    Directed by:

  • Nancy Hower
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    Festival Shorts Collection
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    Festival Shorts Collection

    2008
    This collection features eight live-action and animated shorts from around the world, including "The Great Zambini," which examines the plight of an aging circus performer, and "Diamonds in a Bucket," the tale of two longtime losers looking for love.

    Directed by:

  • Igor Legarreta
  • Emilio Perez
  • Chris Stenner
  • Arvid Uibel
  • Philippe Prouff
  • Rupert Jones
  • Sherry White
  • Pauline Pinson
  • Claudia Morgado Escanilla
  • Firas Momani
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    Now and Then
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    Now and Then

    1995
    Waxing nostalgic about the bittersweet passage from childhood to puberty in this tender coming-of-age tale, four childhood girlfriends -- Teeny, Chrissy, Samantha and Roberta -- recall the magical summer of 1970. During their walk down memory lane, they reconcile experiences with boys, secrets, bullies and more. Lesli Linka Glatter directs; Gaby Hoffmann, Ashleigh Aston Moore, Cloris Leachman, Thora Birch and Christina Ricci co-star.

    Directed by:

  • Lesli Linka Glatter
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    Now and Then (1995)
    A heartwarming movie about four childhood girlfriends who, in adulthood reunion, relive their experience of the life-changing summer of 1970, including a mystery death, divorce, standing up to the boys, first kiss, and the meaning of true friendship. Each explores her unique identity amidst family and friends. Beautifully directed by Lesli Linka Glatter.
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