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International Film Shorts

A collection of International short films from a variety of genres including drama, comedy, and animation. 

Raju (German w/ English subtitles, Germany, 25 min)

A German couple adopts an Indian orphan in Kolkata. When the child suddenly disappears, they realize that they are part of the problem.

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Take It Easy (Spanish w/ English subtitles, Spain, 7 min)

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This sand animated film takes you on an amazing dreamlike journey where man and nature transform into each other, reflecting the circle of life.

 

Toyland (2007, German w/ English subtitles, Germany, 14 min)

Germany 1942: In order to protect her son Marianne Meiner tried to make him believe that the Jewish neighbors are going on a journey to "Toyland." One morning her son has disappeared - the Jewish neighbors too. Toyland is a film about guilt, responsibility, small and big lies.

 

The Necktie (No Dialogue, Canada, 12 min)

A man leads a drab existence in a dead-end job, until one day he discovers a forgotten birthday gift that magically reignites his long lost joy of life.

 

One Weekend a Month (English, United States, 12 min)

Busy single mom Meg McDermott is having a routine crazy Monday morning when her phone rings. The caller delivers some news that turns her life, and the lives of her children, upside down.

 

Dennis (2007, Danish w/ English subtitles, 18 min)

When introverted bodybuilder Dennis invites a local girl out on a date his mother is hurt and disappointed. Despite the pressure she puts on him to cancel the date, Dennis ventures into a night that he will never forget.

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