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Program 4: Escapes

In this program


The Moon Never Dies

Directed by Mariona Lloreta

On the brink of becoming a teenager, carefree Leo lives with his father and ailing grandmother. Going through the motions of a seemingly normal day, they navigate the complexities of their relationship and the trials of a changing season.

This Is Your Cuba

Directed by Brian Robau

Inspired by the real-life stories of the children involved in Operation Pedro Pan, the mass exodus of over 14,000 unaccompanied minors from Cuba to America, this short film follows as ten-year-old Anton as his life begins to spin out of control when he realizes his beloved Cuba is changing.

The Miracle

Directed by Daniela López Lugo

La Flaca lives with her two daughters in her partner, David’s, family home. When she suspects David is cheating on her she decides to confront him whatever the cost may be.

Her Body

Directed by Juan Avella

A Latina immigrant must face her abusive American boyfriend when she wakes up bound in a garage about to be sold to an underground body trafficking ring.

Idyll

Directed by Jayk Gallagher

Four years after a violent argument, Petunia, a young woman recovering from mental health and memory issues, struggles to find the best way to make amends to her ex-fiancé Vera.

Zoo Animals

Directed by Francisco Ramos

A man tries to entertain his date’s young son after being invited into her home.

Duke

Directed by Thiago Dadalt

When a nonverbal autistic teen’s family begins to fall apart, he must find his voice to keep them together. Based on a true story.

Dates & Times

Past

AMC Empire 25

Fri, Aug 16
8:00 pm