A Lien – dir. David Cutler-Kreutz and Sam Cutler-Kreutz, 14 min. US (in English)
On the day of their green card interview, a young couple confronts a dangerous immigration process.
Anuja – dir. Adam J. Graves, 22 min. India/US (in Hindi with subtitles)
Anuja tells the story of a gifted nine-year-old girl who, alongside her sister Palak, faces a life-changing opportunity that tests their bond and mirrors the struggles of girls worldwide.
I’m Not a Robot – dir.Victoria Warmerdam, 22 min. Netherlands/Belgium. (in Dutch with subtitles)
After repeatedly failing CAPTCHA tests, music producer Lara becomes obsessed with a disturbing question: could she be a robot?
The Last Ranger – dir. Cindy Lee, 28 min. South Africa. (in Xhosa with subtitles)
When young Litha is introduced to the magic of a game reserve by the last remaining ranger, they are ambushed by poachers. In the ensuing battle to save the rhinos, Litha discovers a terrible secret.
The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent – dir. Nebojša Slijepčević, 13 min. Croatia/Bulgaria/France/Slovenia. (in Croatian with subtitles)
In the middle of winter, a passenger train is stopped by paramilitary forces. As they arrest innocent civilians, only one man out of 500 dares to stand up to them. This is the true story of a man who could not remain silent.
Also playing at the JBFC: the 2025 Animated Oscar Shorts! Stay tuned for the 2025 Documentary Oscar Shorts, opening Feb. 21.
