Shorts 2

Uncle Bully’s Surf Skool
Leah Warshawski | 2023 | 39 min | United States
International Premiere

Surf lessons become life lessons for homeless youth on Maui, and a true example of resilience after the devastating Lahaina wildfires.

The Ground Under Our Feet
Jim Williams | 2023 | 39 min | Solomon Islands
Australasia Premiere

In a country facing the devastating effects of climate change, the Solomon Islands Futsal Team battle against the odds to reach the FIFA Futsal World Cup, with the goal of securing a future for their sport and their nation.

Wouldn't Make it Any Other Way
Hao Zhou | 2024 | 20 min | United States
Asia Pacific Premiere

Having built a colorful queer life in Iowa, an aspiring costume designer visits their island homeland of Guam to make costumes for a children’s theatre while reconnecting with distanced parents.