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Festival Schedule
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH
THEATER #1
11:30AM Feature - Fields Adrift (93 minutes) Directed by
Joshua, a young man suffering from terminal brain cancer, goes to live with his parents for his remaining time. After isolating himself from the outside world for months, he decides to take psilocybin pills and embarks on a spiritual and time-bending psychedelic journey.
1:30PM Feature - Saving Walden's World (89 minutes) Directed by
A young girl struggles with her self-image after being confronted by her own insecurities. What does it mean to be pretty?
3:30PM CommUNITY Film Fest Showcase / Q&A (45 minutes)
A showcase of short films created for the annual CommUNITY Film Fest, highlighting the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. Followed by a Q&A session with Lori Balogh from the Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities.
4:30PM Feature - Meandering Thru (89 minutes) Directed by
On the verge of starting a new family, newly wedded Everett Brandt took the summer off of teaching to do one last epic adventure. That adventure; setting a 1,400 mile record on Ohio’s Buckeye Trail, will havehim face physical, mental and emotional challenges.To complete his solo trek he will need the support andthe love of his wife, father and siblings.
6:30PM Nick Amrhein Short Films
Tattooing Saved My Life (15 minutes) Directed by Nick Amrhein
The Incredible Life of Ricky Smolltuff (22 minutes) Directed by Nick Amrhein
7:30PM Feature - One Way Ticket (116 minutes) Directed by
Being a legend isn't always easy, but skateboarding around the world never gets old. What life is like behind the scenes for professional skateboarder Greg Lutzka, highlighting his lifestyle and career.
Filmmaker Q&A session to follow
THEATER #2
11:30PM Feature - Never Not Yours (81 minutes) Directed by Casey T. Malone
30-ish siblings Michael, Ellie, and James drive to their family cabin to visit their parents Jonathan and Maddie. But when their mom and dad unexpectedly announce their divorce, chaos ensues.
2:00PM Shorts Block #1 - Local Comedy Shorts
Things You Should Know About Satyrs (4 minutes)
Jack MacCready vs. the Communist Reptiles of Jupiter (16 minutes)
Getaway Driver (8 minutes)
Adventures of a Killer Bike (3 minutes)
While He Sleeps (8 minutes)*
A Heartfelt Change (38 minutes)*
Filmmaker Q&A session to follow
3:30PM FilmToledo Panel
Join representatives from FilmToledo, the regional film commission representing Toledo and Northwest Ohio as they share updates about the regional film industry, recent film projects and educational opportunities.
Panelists:
Michael DeSanto (Executive Director, FilmToledo)
Charles Wetzel Jr. (Networking Coordinator, FilmToledo)
Moderator:
Morgan Kosinski (Television Host, Actress)
4:30PM Shorts Block #2 - Local Shorts
Nazareth Home (12 minutes)
Check-In (7 minutes)
The Tour (10 minutes)
Peek A Boo (7 minutes)
The Night They Came: Chapter 2 (22 minutes)
Old West End (11 minutes)
A Love From Within (12 minutes)
The Dress (12 minutes)
Filmmaker Q&A session to follow
6:30PM Women in Film Panel
Join our panelists as they discuss their efforts to foster female film talent in our region.
Panelists:
Stacey Malone (President, WIFT Ohio)
Joyce Allen (Director of Programming, WIFT Ohio)
Sadie Quinn (Toledo Talent)
Haylie Robinson (BCAN, Hayliestory)
Moderator:
Riley Runnells (Adams Street Publishing)
7:30PM Shorts Block #3 - Ohio Shorts
Flowing Forward (16 minutes)
Styles Make Fights (8 minutes)
Behind the Hook (11 minutes)
Loose Change (12 minutes)
Running Against the Wind (19 minutes)
The Parallels of Lonliness (38 minutes)
Intermission
Boss of the Toss (29 minutes)
Reunions in Heaven (26 minutes)
Love Undead (20 minutes)
Filmmaker Q&A session to follow
* Out of competition, not eligible for awards
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH
THEATER #1
11:30AM Feature - Mohawk Monopoly (74 minutes) Directed by
The Mohawk Monopoly explores the Cincinnati Mohawks’ dominance of the International Hockey League while an affiliate of the dynastic Montreal Canadiens in the 1950s. The history is chronicled through motion footage, still imagery, motion graphics and player commentary.
1:15PM Feature - Plan B (1:35:03) Directed by Brandon Tamburri
World Premiere Screening
After a fun night out, the rebellious Piper (Jamie Lee) drunkenly sleeps with her awkward neighbor Evan (Jon Heder) and winds up pregnant. When she attempts to tell Evan the news, she quickly realizes that he’s not the long-term guy for her and her baby. Piper opts to keep the pregnancy a secret until she can find a more successful guy who she can sleep with and ultimately start a “family”.
Starring: Jamie Lee, Jon Heder, Shannon Elizabeth, Tom Berenger, Kate Flannery, Vernon Davis, Michael Lombardi, Daniel K. Isaac, Subhah Agarwal
Followed by a Q&A video with writer/director/producer
Brandon Tamburri and Charles Wetzel Jr. of FilmToledo
4:00PM 48-Hour Film Challenge Films
Strong Town (4 minutes)
La Crème du Boulevard (4 minutes)
Heckronomicon (6 minutes)
Day 1 (3 minutes)
The Highland Hustle (4 minutes)
Hi David (8 minutes)
4:45PM Feature - The Fish Thief: A Great Lakes Mystery (91 minutes) Directed by
Oscar-winning actor J.K. Simmons narrates the fascinating true story told in a procedural style about remarkable people tackling an exotic species invasion that nearly destroyed the largest freshwater ecosystem on Earth: the Great Lakes.
7:30PM Awards Ceremony
THEATER #2
12:00PM Shorts Block #4 - National and International Shorts
Teaser Trailer (3 minutes)
La Paleta (3 minutes)
Slated (5 minutes)
Man in the Orange Jacket (15 minutes)
Dine & Dash (9 minutes)
Serial Dater (16 minutes)
Evelyn & Ace (20 minutes)
The Last Mayor of Chinatown (14 minutes)
1:45PM LGBTQ+ Block
Proxemics (24 minutes)
Finn (22 minutes)
Distant Sky (8 minutes)
3:15PM Shorts Block #10 - Michigan Shorts
A Place for Us (20:00) Directed by Philip Anjum
Two fourth-year medical students, Asad and Joe, navigate the trials of medical school, reflecting on their personal growth and the challenge of preserving their humanity as they brace for the demanding world of medical residency.
Down Safe (7:54) Directed by Fédor Benton
When 10-year-old Fédor discovers a locked safe buried in his backyard, his world transforms into a thrilling quest to uncover its secrets.
What We Become (15:21) Directed by Lauren Donatoni
Two friends, thinking they deserve more than they have, spiral into a life of theft, but when one begins to question if they have crossed the line, their bond is tested, and they both must determine how far is too far.
27 (14:05) Directed by Nino Pace
The stresses of everyday life and uncertainty start to affect Max mentally. When an unexpected surprise comes he decides to explore the wrong path in order to do right by his family.
Where Impact Lands: The X Games Intern Experience (23:36) Directed by
Ellen Dziubek
What happens when your classroom is at 10,000 feet and your homework is to help run one of the biggest sporting events in the world? Follow two Ferris State University students to the top of Buttermilk Mountain and into the X Games Aspen internship experience.
Scatterbrain (10:40) Directed by Kincaid D. Hopkins
An unorganized writer named Levi convinces himself that there is a mysterious man living inside of his home, watching him. An unhealthy obsession begins as the man manifests into Levi’s work, all the while Levi struggles to prove that this stranger is real.
5:30PM Filmmakers’ Roundtable Panelists TBA
CONFERENCE ROOM
12:00PM Headshot Sessions with Toledo Talent
2:00PM Workshop #5 - Table Reads with the Glass City Screenwriters
3:30PM Workshop #6 - Business of Film with FilmToledo
5:00PM Workshop #7 - Everyone's a Critic: Developing Your Inner Cinephile
with Maddwolf
Meet the Judges
Our 2025 judges panel is full of industry professionals; from educators to performers to coaches and agents, the eyes on our films this year are truly top notch!
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Rob Paulsen
Voice Actor, Coach, Author
Michaela Starr
Producer, Senior Vice President of Development for Kripke Enterprises Inc.
Fred Stoller
Stand-up comedian, actor, author, writer, voice artist
Tony Geftos
News Anchor, Multi-Media Journalist, Author
Joshua Lamboy
Actor/Stuntman
Johanna McGinley
Casting Director/Actor