Gang of One (United States) by Sam Hamad

Twelve-year-old Seth is desperate to belong. When a tougher group of boys pressures him into watching what is rumored to be a real snuff film, he finds himself caught between the fear of what he might see and the certainty of becoming an outcast.

Running time: 00:16:19

An excess baggage (France) by Myriam Garcia Marienstras

Sophie hides her unease within the intense bond she shares with her daughter, Lila. When Lila leaves for summer camp, Sophie finds herself alone for the first time, overwhelmed by separation and emotional dependency. As the day unfolds, she drifts through encounters and small gestures, trying awkwardly to fill the void. An Excess Baggage portrays a woman whose love, though sincere, becomes too heavy to carry.

Running time: 00:16:20

Attached (United States) by Kendra Monet, Demetrius Sadler

ATTACHED is a psychological thriller about a struggling actress named Draya whose past continues to haunt her, while her present causes her to reconcile with life changing decisions that force her to confront her sense of control.

Running time: 00:15:00

Reliefs (Mexico) by Juan Manuel Gonzalez Fernandez

Carlos is approaching midlife trapped in a personal crisis that has lingered too long. Rosa, his mother, suffers from disabling pain that is only mitigated by the warm waters of hydrotherapy. One night, she offers to make the ultimate sacrifice so that they can both transit to a better place. A short film about love, hope  and relief we all long for.

Running time: 00:17:40

Nightfaces (Austria) by Martin Winter, Stefan Langthaler

Mahan is a taxi driver in Vienna, but his job frustrates him. He longs for his family and a normal life. One rainy night, a homeless woman gets into his taxi. She urgently wants to see her son, whose birthday it is. Mahan tries to get rid of her and accidentally breaks her present. To make up for the damage, he takes the strange woman on one last trip through the dark city.

Running time: 00:23:00