Steven Lee - 21 | CA, USA

“Is it possible to count the ways in which American society boxes out the non-White individual? It's probably not possible, but this pastel animated piece from Steven Lee packs in as many as it can in holding up a whimsical magnifying glass to the day-to-day experience.”

Fine Lines

Céline Ufenast - 22 | UK

“Instagram is daily scroll fodder for so many of us, and this film from Céline Ufenast captures the chaos, the sarcasm, and the lack of body positivity perfectly as a found footage experiment that might get you to rethink the app altogether.”

Experimental Visions

Yejin Koo - 21 | USA & South Korea

”Pull up a mirror and ask yourself this very question! Yejin Koo's haunting 16mm experimental short repeatedly whispers, "Nugusaeyo?", effecting deeper introspection each time. Don't assume you know the answer for yourself just yet, there's plenty of physical film effects to enjoy along the way.”

Breaking the Mold

Tee Jaehyung Park - 21, Gbenga Komolafe - 21 | CA, USA

“There's just something about the fleeting passing of time that pushes us to understand ourselves and bear witness to our natural cycles. Tee Jaehyung Park and Gbenga Komolafe have a beautifully earthy and textural exploration of the seasons in this film; you can't miss it at this year's festival!”

Breaking the Mold

Mia Lorentsen - 21 | WA, USA

“You can feel the energy of a loved one in the air when they're around, but what about after they're gone? How can you capture their vibe? This film from Mia Zhou Lorentsen shows us beautifully animated memories that paint the picture of her father's lasting impact on her, and it's one vibe you'll want to catch.”

Experimental Visions