SISFA Main Event:
The following films have been selected to headline this years' festival at the Main Event and are eligible to win awards.
Hover over each to learn more about each film.
COMEDIC SHORTS
Candied Lips
Premieres 6/25, 7:00 PM MST
For blue-haired Steve, it's just another day working at his mom's candy store in Montauk...until Strawberry, the girl of his dreams, suddenly walks in.
Directed by Hina Effie Ogino
The Runs
Premieres 8.28, 6:30 PM MST
An epic battle for
the last roll of toilet paper.
Directed by Adam Rosenberg
dramatic shorts
CARTER
Premieres 6/25, 7:00 PM MST
A lonesome 16-year-old investigates what's lurking behind his brother's aggressive facade when a stranger suddenly arrives at their front door.
Directed by Aaron Guest
Widow
A grieving shut-in finds herself stuck between life and death.
Directed by Elias A. Hinojosa
Premieres 6/25, 7:00 PM MST
Preggers
Premieres 6/25, 7:00 PM MST
After Isabella's encounter with a curandera, she takes a pregnancy test that derails the plans she has for herself. After discussing the positive test with her boyfriend Carlos, he berates her for considering an abortion, until he wakes up in a nightmare, where he is confronted with children, a pregnant belly, and an unruly scientist.
Directed by Sylvia Ray
Premieres 6/25, 7:00 PM MST
Meet Souperman, a novice superhero who wants to join the prestigious Mutant Armada at all costs. The only thing holding him back is the very thing that makes him unique.
Directed by Luke Pilmgrim & Brad Kennedy
DOCUMENTARY SHORTS
The Day I Disremembered
In 2015, a traumatic event happened to small business owner Chris Hanson. He lost his memory. This is the story of his unique past and present and how he refocused his life with his newfound passion on the river.
Directed by Chris J Hanson & Tim Myers
Premieres 6/25, 7:00 PM MST
The Other Border
High school student Gerardo Hernandez - raised in the United States since six months of age - was one of over 100 undocumented workers arrested by ICE in Ohio on June 5th, 2018. Gerardo spent almost 2 months in prison before being released...and is now scheduled to be deported.
Directed by Justin Zimmerman
Premieres 6/25, 7:00 PM MST
SCI-FI/THRILLER/HORROR SHORTS
Birthday Boy
An abusive dad gets his just desserts on his birthday.
Directed by Dan Sellers
Premieres 6/25, 7:00 PM MST
Killing Time
To some people, having a phone that duplicates whatever it takes a picture of, might seem like a super power. But for one troubled young man, this power becomes the ultimate weapon to keep his inner demons at bay.
Directed by Cody Lovorn
Premieres 6/25, 7:00 PM MST
Memento Mori
When Charon, collector of souls, arrives in a limo instead of a ferryboat, McInerney isn't reluctant to leave behind a wasted life. But when Charon picks up another passenger, McInerney discovers that life can be worth fighting for.
Directed by Stuart Creque
Premieres 6/25, 7:00 PM MST
Colorado Showcase
The festival will launch with this Colorado showcase, premiering select films created in Colorado.
Cackle
A woman and her daughter are disturbed in the middle of the night by a stranger laughing outside of their home. As the mother investigates, she quickly finds out that this man has extremely sinister intentions.
Directed by David Elijah
Premieres 6/24, 8:00 PM MST
Pure
(Directed By Stephan Eigenmann)
A Master Craftsman
Meet Tony Garcia, the Owner, Founder, Performer, and Sound engineer behind, Pueblo, Colorado's largest Brewery - Brues Alehouse.
Directed by Tyler Shown
Premieres 6/24, 8:00 PM MST
Barcelona
Journalist Samuel Dover is offered a big break to interview prison inmate Emi Taylor. Closely watched by Officer Diggs, Emi's story of thievery and luxury with her two best friends slowly begins to unravel.
Directed by Sarah Chavez Borrego
Premieres 6/24, 8:00 PM MST
Free Our Food
Cliff, a hardworking farm owner, questions conventional farming methods that do not seem sustainable for long term practices. While learning about possible solutions to the problem at hand, he is motivated to explore the benefits of regenerative farming
Directed by Brenden Pachniak
Premieres 6/24, 8:00 PM MST
The Long Drink
When Colin is stood up at a bar, he calls a Private Investigator to help him make sense of things over a few drinks.
Directed by John C Sinclair
Premieres 6/24, 8:00 PM MST
Short Film Showcase
The following films have been selected to screen during Day One following the Colorado Showcase.
Jack the Radio
Jack confronts creatures of both real and imaginary on an extraordinary animated visual roller coaster, created with some of the comic world's finest artists. Jack emerges triumphant, reborn...and the lead singer of the best band around to boot.
Directed by Justin Zimmerman
Premieres 6/24, 8:30 PM MST
Private Message
During a weeknight Zoom class, Ari's THC withdrawal distracts him from lecture and leads him into uncharted territory with a fellow classmate.
Directed by George Hawke
Premieres 6/24, 8:30 PM MST
Smiles Go Miles
After having a second ACL surgery, Tyler decided to document his journey back to recovery, setting some big goals along the way. Part two of a much larger project, this film highlights the process from surgery to walking again.
Directed by Tyler Shown
Premieres 8.27, 1:00 PM MST
Premieres 6/24, 8:30 PM MST
Premieres 6/24, 8:30 PM MST
The Anxious
Social anxiety (also known as social phobia), is a form of anxiety, defined as the intense fear of being watched or judged by others. Experiencing social anxiety is common for many people, especially during the pandemic or post pandemic. This short film explores the inspirational journey of the protagonist; how he overcomes the social anxiety disorder and meets his lady love.
Directed by Dan ReBottom
Premieres 6/24, 8:30 PM MST
Feature Film Premiere
Venus in Cancer
Brought together through respective heartbreaks, Wes and Bernie's simpatico friendship is tested by the sudden arrival of Wes' old flame, Klover. Over one night, soaked in wine, liquor, and misguided lust, they meditate on addiction, malaise, intimacy, and the tenuous nature of male/female friendships.
Venus in Cancer is a taut, melancholy romantic comedy.
Directed by Christian O'Shaughnessy
Premieres 6/24, 9:00 PM MST
Venus in Cancer