GCUFF Screening: Shorts Program 8

13116 Shaker Square,Cleveland OH 44120

11 September, 2021

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Shorts Program 8 Izzy's Demons Izzy struggles with the decision to reconnect with an old friend. Jealous for her friend's success, she makes a decision that her subconscious does not let her get away with so easily. Her relationship with this person is splayed in front of her and she realizes that something isn't adding up. Only when she confronts her anxieties can she be released from her subconscious. Greg Garay One-way Ticket This is the story of Mr. Rafael Castrillon, a master toymaker with more than 60 years of experience and a former Mr. Peru in bodybuilding. His story is a one-way ticket towards the manufacturer of the traditional wooden toy. Vi¬ctor Augusto MendÃ-vil Out of the Dark: Akeem The three-part docuseries Out of the Dark, showcases the personal journeys of some of the most influential mental health activists. Each short film takes an in-depth look at the struggles these young leaders overcame, the impact of their work, and their continuing journeys. Sarah Klein, Tom Mason Pretty Vacant Pretty Vacant tells the story of a site-specific community art project in the Slavic Village Neighborhood in Cleveland. During which, abandoned and blighted houses slated for demolition are transformed into temporary art installations. Cigdem Slankard Remember Their Roots This film studies the impactful influence Black musicians have on the American music industry. Eden Strachan Selma, Alabama A fictional journey of women on the 1965 Selma March CORNELL HUBERT CALHOUN III Click here to subscribe to our text messages. The Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival (GCUFF) Highlights regional, national, and international urban culture and provides a platform for talented independent filmmakers, screenwriters, and actors. GCUFF was established in 2012 and is dedicated to increasing awareness and dialog around important issues and stories from within our community, while encouraging and inspiring Students and individuals interested in pursuing a career in the film industry. We offer 9 days of film screenings, panel discussions, workshops, and community engagement opportunities.