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Josh Logan, The Relic
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Jon Capraro, Conflicted
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Avery Moore, Superfan
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New Age Enema:
When a man's wish comes true following a visit with a  gypsy witch, his jealous friend will do anything to get her wish granted too. Directed by Daryl Della.
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Just the Bit:
Just the Bit takes hilarious stories from a rotating set of comedians and gives them a cinematic, live-action treatment. Directed by Rob Neilson & Adam Taylor.
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Disrupting Silence:
Dr. Javier Wallace, owner of Black Austin Tours,  challenges the state of Texas and its history by sharing unrepresented perspectives. Directed by Rico Veliz.
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Here Comes the Neighborhood:
An investor scouts real estate opportunities in an "up and coming" part of Austin, where he encounters  colorful locals. ​Written & directed by Michael Charron.
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Feeding Tube:
The effects of an eating disorder on a relationship plays out over an intense dinner. Written & directed by Kaylee Johnson & Aashish Thakur.
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Beyond the Curtain:
A struggling actor much confront his own demons and reconcile the bittersweet source of his artistic inspiration. Directed by Tom Sys & Erik Sopracasa.
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Dear Ester:
A heartbroken young man in therapy struggles to write a letter to his ex-girlfriend as chaos ensues around him and hinders his desire to move on. Written & directed by Marlon Rubio Smith.
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Goodnight Nobody:
This music video by local Austin artist, Ghostpost, explores the metaphysical realm in regards to film. Directed by Tasia Vayner.
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Man on the Tower:
Kids endeavor to save their father who is teaching class at the University of Texas during the 1966 sniper shooting. D
irected by Karl Shefelman.
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The Devil Inside Me:
When a religious young woman chooses pleasure and desire over her fears, the devil comes...and so does she. Written & directed with Sarah Elizabeth Uftring.
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Amphibians:
Myster must face the reality of his own dreams or be subjected to a never ending cycle of inauthentic truth. D
irected by Drake Howard & Devin Finn.
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Conflicted:
A man struggles with a difficult decision that could reshape the dynamic of his family. 
Written & directed by Jason Roberts.
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God, Golf & Glory:
A nun and a priest compete in a high stakes putt putt tournament. 
Directed by Colin Pham.
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Roaring Whispers:
An artist invites viewers to explore the artist's realm of imagination and experience the enchantment woven into his creations. 
Directed by Quenne Eric Nonde.
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Like Father, Like Son:
Gil and his cousin Ken make a disturbing discovery while looking through old storage boxes of Gil's late father, Cedric. Written by, d
irected by, and starring Jeff Walsh.
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The Last One:
This music video by Austin, TX based artist, Eric Unusual, recounts an unexpected visit and the message delivered by the unlikeliest of messengers. 
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Engram:
A dog experiences auditory hallucinations of his master after coming in contact with an alien entity. ​Written & directed by Keaton Smith.
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House:
As her mental state and home literally begin crumble, Liza tries to put the pieces together before everything falls apart. ​Written & directed by Hannah Martinez.
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Strings:
​A dark presence presents Penny with a proposition: give up three souls and all her dreams will come true. Written & directed by Rodrigo Moreno-Fernandez.
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Educational Television:
Psychedelic Austin rockers, Billy King and The Bad Bad Bad, take over your mind and media in this music video directed by Andrew Neylon.
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Superfan:
A woman discovers the secret identity of her favorite Superhero and blackmails him into spending the day with her. Written & directed by Tim Sanderson.
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Tomato Face:
A comedy duo come to grips with their partnership ending and the realization that maybe they've never been true friends. Written & directed by Roy Lazorwitz.
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Darkroom:
A darkroom employee inadvertently finds herself developing the film of a serial killer. Written & directed by Ryan Ward.
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Dawn of the Dude:
A dude tries to survive in a post-apocalyptic wasteland where Girl Scouts turned commandos battle zombies, wasteland warlords, and giant squid monsters for dominance.  Written & directed by David Gutierrez.
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Laura and Diane Forever:
Diane makes a lasting impression at her childhood friend Laura's bridal shower. Written by & starring Becca Seferian. Directed by & starring Hannah Alline.
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Wonder:
A venerable rancher recounts the story of how finding dinosaur tracks on his land expanded his appreciation of the world. Written & directed by Jeff Stacy.
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Estranged:
Unsettling events transpire over Christmas when a Jewish man meets his girlfriend's judgmental parents. Written & directed by Adam & Samantha Siegel.
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It Listens:
A young woman quickly realizes that her smart speaker device holds haunting memories from her past. ​Written & directed by Paul Alanis.
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No Need to Worry:
A middle-aged Hispanic man faces challenges that arise from labeling himself as the sole family provider. Written & directed by Hugo Ortiz Clemens.
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Don't Bother:
Texas musician Matheus sets off on an intergalactic journey to see his lost love in this music video directed by Freddie Munoz.
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Matt Mercury - Hunt the Space Ace:
Matt Mercury must work together with his old Commander, Royce Rogers, in order to confront the giant gangster hunting them both. Written & directed by Bill Hughes.
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The Student Film:
An insecure writer and a novice filmmaker attempt to write a short film.
​Written & directed by Brandon Herrera.
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The Relic:
A group of adventurers in search of a mythological object get more than they bargained for.
Written & directed by J.M. Logan.
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Bootees:
A short musical film inspired by Ernest Hemmingway's "The Shortest Story Ever Told."
Written & directed by Shreya Jayamohan.
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Walter:
Upon finding a toy from his youth, an aging farmer rekindles his boyhood sense of wonder & imagination. Written & directed by Jonathan Dryden-Jaffe.
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Bloodline:
A Neo-Western Thriller telling the story of an escaped convict returning home to confront his estranged father. ​Written & directed by Joshua Mangrum.
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Dog Gone:
When Iris arrives in Austin, Texas to dog sit for her brother, she discover the dog, Werner, is dead. Written & directed by Ronald Short.
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Scabatha:
When a couple catch a drifter trying to kidnap their beloved dog, they discover she's actually a 600 year old witch. Directed by Brendan McLoughlin.
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Bonnie & Clyde:
In this Konzi music video, two zombie outlaws discover the meaning of true freedom while being hunted down by a group of self involved influencers. Directed by Zack Scott.
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The Developers: Kris from Lone Star Darkroom:
Meet Kris, a vibrant and passionate young woman who is the heart of Lone Star, a film development business nestled in Dallas, TX. Directed by Lucas Jeffery Fowler.
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​The Pinnacle:
A weary traveler carries their burden to the foot of The Pinnacle.
​Directed by Ryan McGrady.
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Bodies of Water:
An isolated young man embarks on a private quest and makes the boldest move of his life. ​Written & directed by David Lykes Keenan.
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The Magician:
​When Neil visits Wanda, an unconventional psychic, he is forced to confront his biggest fear. Written & directed by Lucy Owens.
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Mother Fucker:
A fed up young mother scrambles to surmount a neighborhood rascal. Written by, directed by, and starring Justin Arnold.
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Reach the End:
Austin band, Black Heart Saints, go on the Cannibal Shopping Network to promote their music. Directed by Taylor Fredricks.
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Punching the Clock:
An agent of the Time Displacement Bureau is tasked with apprehending a group of thieves. Written by, directed by, & starring Val Turner.
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The Troubadour:
A troubadour ventures out on a search for a lost soul. 
​Directed by Ethan Funk-Breay.
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The NDE:
A woman is given a strange educational opportunity to become a better person. ​Written & directed by Kayla Lane Freeman.
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Ash Holes:
After the demise of Lance Louie, his two best friends decide to dispose of his ashes in the most deserving way. Directed by Daryl Della.
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Grey Horse:
After an accident lands him in a coma, Grey Horse experiences a vision that changes his perspective on the world & his place in it. Directed by Emil Lozada.
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I've Been Great:
A young man tries to look on the bright side following a brutal break up.
Written & directed by Troy Young.
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Solazo:
A landscape worker under the sun for the greater good of his family. ​Written & directed by Angel Rodriguez.
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Intoxicated:
A woman describes the intoxicating nature of new romance in this music video performed by Lena Luca & directed by Dakota Millett.
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The Cocoon:
Trapped inside a room covered with muddy footprints, a man will stop at nothing to mop the floor clean. Written & directed by David Shen Miller.
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Terminal:
Following the death of his wife, a man comes face to face with his worst fear.
​Directed by Patty Corres.
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Ghost on the Dance Floor:
On Dia-de-los-Muertos, a young Latino attempts to go on a date as he struggles to let go of the memories of his ex. ​Written & directed by Edwin Raul Oliva.
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Shifting Gears:
A woman finds herself homeless after struggling to come to terms with her father's death.
Written & directed by Hector Zertuche.
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Woodland:
A man survives in the mountains as a deadly virus spreads...or he thinks...
Written & directed by Colton Richards.
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Anna Please:
In this music video, Anna cares for a woman dying of cancer from the confines of a small cottage. Directed by Austin Leih. Performed by Andrew Combs.
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Reno Vation:
A pair of TV renovators slowly take over a home while belittling the homeowners in the process. ​Written & directed by Pat Duggan.
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Criminal Pets - Dogter Lickter:
Two dogged FBI agents work together to unleash the truth behind a string of murders and find the missing buried bones. Written & directed by Kevin Huckabee.
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Lollipop:
Parker, a rebellious teenager plans to finally seal the deal with his lifelong crush, Audrey, on Halloween night. Written & directed by Michael Goldermann.
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Truth in Your Words:
A couple each tell their side of the story regarding a big fight only to realize the truth is somewhere in the middle. Written & directed by Lauren Ferro.
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Fire Sky Creek:
Escourted by the FBI, a serial killer takes a fishing trip on a mysterious river with his only daughter.
​Written & directed by Taylor James Johnson.
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Scorsese's Son:
James poses as the son of famous director, Martin Scorsese, on a mysterious job application. Written & directed by Sebsastian Saavedra & Nate Wilburn.
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Oh Deer:
In this dark comedy about the perils of parenting, a father must teach his son a difficult life lesson.
​Written & directed by Richard C. Jones.
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Break:
​A young woman relies on her friends for advice upon learning her ex-boyfriend has driven cross-country to see her. Directed by Katie Moorehead.
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Texas Christmas:
Austin-based, singer-songwriter, Noni Culotta, presents a twinkly-eyed ode to Christmas in Texas in this music video co-directed by the Culotta sisters.
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No Matter What:
A humble exploration into the effects a mental health crisis can have on a relationship. Written by Jimmy Willden & directed by Christopher James Thompson.

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Out There:
Two guys see something in the sky and discuss the possibilities.
Written by, directed by, & starring Jose Venegas.
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Tape 42 - German Shepherd:
A team of Navy seals embark on a mysterious mission to capture a high-level target.
​Written & directed by Ben Adler.
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T.I.M.E (Treasure Intimate Memories Everyday):
This silent film follows the life journey between a father and his only daughter.
​Written & directed by Maurice Alan Elrod.
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Baker Hotel:
Tyler is challenged to make it to the top of the vacant, and surely haunted, Baker Hotel in this new William Clark Green music video. Directed by Billy Cano.
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17:
A 17-year-old boy struggling to find intimacy at home or school seeks it through a gay hookup app. Written & directed by Jacob Biggerstaff.
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First Impressions:
Randall wants to impress his girlfriend and her friends at their weekly game night, but things don't quite go as planned. Written & directed by Michael Charron.
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Nature's Bounty:
A bounty hunter named Maeve falls for her target and must make an impossible decision. Animated and directed by Chloe Linscomb.
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(S)hit Squad:
Two hitmen, one with irritable bowel syndrome, face complications during their latest assignment. Written by Harry Hunsicker. Directed by Johnathan Brownlee.
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Out of Order:
Fired from her job, Annie is forced to fight to do what we all must do - keep going. Written by & starring Kacie LaCombe. Directed by Scott Langford.

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Out of Water:
A female alien who lives on earth with a scientist begins to suspect he's hiding something from her. Written & directed by Georgia Kumari Bradburn.
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Between the Trees:
Alone on a camping trip, Darcy must overcome the threat of a serial killer and a supernatural being to survive. Written & directed by Kelli Horan.
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Lilith:
Seth learns the hard way about the dangers of his actions when he comes face to face with the Queen of Hell. Written & directed by Danny Geraldo Martinez.
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Hahtinu:
In 1850, intergalactic terror befalls a bounty hunter and her party as they make their way through dangerous territory. Directed by Travis Patten.
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Discount Pickles:
There is something special about the pickles. Let's just hope our hero can figure out what that is? Written & directed by Felix Nora Morgan & Seth Meeks.
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The Sound:
Two years after a woman experiences sudden hearing loss, strange things begin to happen. Written & directed by Jason-Christopher Mayer.

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Mercer County, You're On the Air:
A sarcastic talk radio host broadcasts during an apocalyptic event. Written & directed by Mike J. McAllister.
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Enjoy Your Stay:
An anxious young man staying at his parents' remote home while they're away begins to suspect that he is not there alone. Written by, directed by, & starring Tara Dickerson.
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Haunted:
Texas-based metal band, In the Trench, plays a gig at a haunted theme park where the audience gets more than just a show. Directed by Budro Partida.
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Lifecell:
In a dystopian future where humans are powered by batteries, Jace and Em risk everything for a better life. Written by, directed by, and starring Tyler Mann.
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Attatchment:
A teenager struggles with addiction to social media as his attachment to his phone controls his everyday life. Written by, directed by, & starring John Brown.
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Outlaw Love:
​An outlaw finds himself and his love life in grave danger as he is captured after robbing a bank in this music video by Jason Balencia & Don Welch.
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Slipped:
A woman enlists the help of her sister to figure out what to do with her younger date that she has drugged. Produced & directed by Joshua J. Smith.
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Zeal:
A young man must choose between pursuing his passions in life or pleasing his mother's wished by settling down. Written & directed by Shaheer Naqvi.
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Rubbers:
When a devoutly religious teen buys condoms at a store and sees his pastor walk in, he begins to have a surreal person crisis. Written & directed by Jack Gross.

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WTFN?:
A married couple has a sexy proposal for their friend, but he needs some convincing before agreeing to it. Written by, directed by, & starring Ronald Short.
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