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October 10th, 2025

FRIDAY PROGRAM

Celebrate local filmmakers and their films. With QA sessions afterwards. at Brewvies.

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Panel Discussion

5:00pm – 6:00pm
Distribution is F*cked!

A demystifying conversation between acclaimed filmmakers Julian Acosta, Erika Cohn, Phil Hessler and Kenny Riches about the past, present and future of film distribution.

SHORTS BLOCK 1

6:30pm – 7:45pm
Rat Rod

Directed by Jared and Carly Jakins

Earth Work

Directed by Rachel Ross

Where the F*ck Are Your Teeth?!

Directed by Tony Rivas

Through Thin Ice

Directed by Arthur Veenema

What Bitch

Directed by Julian Acosta

Discount Doug

Directed by Joshua Nathan

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MOUSE

8:00pm – 10:00pm
Screening & QA

Feature film • Crime Drama • 105 min • English and Japanese (subtitles)
Directed by Kenny Riches

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After Party

10:00pm
Networking Opportunity

Celebrate with us at Fisher Brewing Co. Drinks, friends, laughs and memories to be made.  

October 11th, 2025

Saturday Program

Celebrate local filmmakers and their films. With QA sessions afterwards at Fisher.

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Filmmaker's brunch

11:00pm – 12:00pm
Networking Opportunity

Grab a quick bite and exchange stories with other local filmmakers.

SHORTS BLOCK 2

12:00pm – 1:00pm
What the Heck is Going On.

Directed by Greg Rubner

Squanchy Papi

Directed by Brinton Douglas

Sweet Home Yearning

Directed by Lizde Arias Puente

Call to Serve

Directed by Phil Hessler and Cole Sax

Jean Jacket

Directed by the Nebeker Twins

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MOUSE

1:30pm – 3:15pm
Screening & QA

Feature film • Crime Drama • 105 min • English and Japanese (subtitles)
Directed by Kenny Riches

SHORTS BLOCK 3

3:45pm – 4:45pm
Work In Progress

Directed by Syd VanRoosendaal

Replay

Directed by Phil Mazo

Connie and Clyde

Directed by Celeste Chaney

Cake

Directed by Caro Ribeiro

Till Death Do Us Part

Directed by Jacob Hamblin

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After Party

5:00pm
Networking Opportunity

Celebrate with us at Fisher Brewing Co. Drinks, friends, laughs and memories to be made.  

Your festival questions, answered

Everything you need to know for an epic movie weekend—venue, films, tickets, and tasty brews. Get the scoop before you show up!

Tickets
Where’s the party at?

All films screen at Fisher Brewing in Salt Lake City. 21+ only—bring your ID and your movie-loving crew!

320 W 800 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
What’s playing this year?

A handpicked lineup of local features and shorts. Check the schedule for showtimes, film details, and ticket links.

How do I get tickets?

Easy! Hit the 'Tickets' button to grab your spot for each screening through Gathr.

What about food and drinks?

Sip craft brews from Fisher and bring money for the food truck. Eat, drink, and enjoy the show!