BIFF Shorts: Global Narratives

Films from around the world, brought to your home. 81 minutes.

Vest

Samir Mallal (Dir), 13 minutes, UK, WNY Premiere

When Ali runs away, he gets caught in a case of mistaken identity with perilous consequences in this wrenching thriller.

The North Lake

Wang Daotian (Dir), 12 minutes, China, NY Premiere

A daughter (Wu Jingyu) returns from the city to convince her father (Chen Dingwei), an old fisherman living in an abandoned remote village, to return with her.

Journey Together (Compagni Di Viaggio)

Sara De Martino (Dir), 8 minutes, Italy , NY Premiere

While far from home, Abou (Samba Ndiaye) has an unexpected encounter that will teach him that loneliness does not exist.

Mary

Enma Brenes (Dir), 8 minutes, Costa Rica, NY Premiere

When home alone on a dark and rainy day, Mary (Mayra Rivera) opens up a box that sparks a struggle between her desires, the passing of time, and her role as a housewife.

Escape From A Good Prison

Erik Jasaň (Dir), 10 minutes, Slovakia, NY Premiere

Alexander (Peter Bus) flees from his abusive step father (Attila Bocarszky) in this dark drama.

Brother Troll

Gudmund Helmsdal (Dir), 30 minutes, Faroe Islands, US Premiere

Once upon a time in the Faroe Islands, two lone brothers struggle to save their fragile relationship after the sudden loss of their older brother in this fascinating fable.

Watch the filmmaker Q+A for Brother Troll here!