Myrtle Beach International Film Festival

About the Event

Schedule:

4:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m: Champions at Film Block 1
Run Time: 23 Minutes
Two brothers from a struggling community defy immense odds in a high-stakes track tournament, but a moral choice threatens to divide them just as they stand on the brink of victory and a chance to change their future.

Writers, Directors: Aaron Goldenberg, Asher Goldenberg
Producers: Keep or Destroy Productions, Two Fox Entertainment
Cast: Felix Torrez-Ponce, Jason Sanchez, Sean Allan Krill, Gary Perez
Country: USA
Carolina Premiere

4:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m: Cascades at Film Block 1
Run Time: 14 Minutes
A couple walks towards a crossroads on the day of their 30th wedding anniversary. Marcus and Denise have been happily married for 30 years. Well, almost happily married. Can they overcome the one thing that just might tear them apart? They both love Danny, but what happens when parents have radically different takes on what it means to love an adult child? What does it mean to let go of our children.

Writer, Director: Brian Russell
Producers: Brian Russell, Lisa DeTullio Russell
Cast: Delissa Reynolds, Marc Romeo, Mike Boland, Michele Gramesty
Country: USA

4:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m: Apart at Film Block 1
Run Time: 15 Minutes
A Swedish woman, just a few hours before her retirement party, discovers that her adopted son of Indian origin has become a right-wing extremist. Later on during the party, the adopted son provokes a political argument among the guests, forcing the adoptive mother to break the silence.

Writers: Luca Pirero, Karl Martin
Director: Luca Pirero
Producers: Luca Pirero, Nils Eidvall, Karl Martin
Cast: Karl Martin, Cecilia Campbell, Håkan Julander
Country: Sweden
Carolina Premiere

4:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m: Always, Already  at Film Block 1
Run Time: 29 Minutes
Explores the theme of the illusory nature of identity in a universe defined by perpetual flux. Through its innovative blend of storytelling techniques, the film delves into how individuals perceive the world through the lens of fixed identities, only to confront the profound truth that everything is in a constant state of process. Ultimately, the film challenges viewers to reconsider their notions of self and existence, daring them to embrace the bold realization that there is no you, only process, and everything is always, already in flux.

Writers: Ken Sackheim, Scott Bankert
Director: Ken Sackheim
Producers: Scott Bankert, Dalton Helms
Cast: Cara Buono, John Schoenthaler, Bart Freundlich
Country: USA
Carolina Premiere

4:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m: Darcine's Day at Film Block 1
Run Time: 17 minutes
Darcine's Day is a short drama film about a woman struggling to find work, food, and housing in Los Angeles. The film stars Kyla Diane Kennedy as Darcine Thomas. Darcine's Day is a social commentary on the challenges of the post-pandemic job market, and the difficulties of finding affordable housing and nutritious food. The film explores themes of homelessness, the disappearing middle class, and the challenges of being a woman in Los Angeles.

Writer, Director: Aaron Goffman
Producers: Jeaneth Goffman, Vidal Cohen
Cast: Kyla Diane Kennedy, Brent Huff, Elizabeth Lamboy-Wilson, Joe Hackett, Vicki Browder-Johnson, Karla Paola Cortez
Country: USA
Carolina Premiere

6:30 p.m - 8:30 p.m: Tides Of Change at Film Block 2
Run Time: 3 Minutes
In “Tides of Change”, a brief 2 minute short documentary, viewers are taken on a breathtaking journey beneath the waves, guided by an experienced underwater photographer who is deeply passionate about marine conservation. Through stunning visuals and intimate encounters with marine life, the film showcases the hidden beauty of the ocean and the devastating impact of human pollution. The photographer shares personal insights, highlighting the importance of keeping our oceans clean. Through her lens, we witness both the fragility and resilience of marine ecosystems and are inspired to take action to protect our planet’s most precious resource. This short documentary serves as a poignant reminder that every piece of trash removed from the ocean can make a significant difference in preserving its beauty and health for future generations.

Writer, Director: Justin Wheelon
Cast: Rebecca Kelley
Country: USA
Myrtle Beach Premiere

6:30 p.m - 8:30 p.m: Like In The Movies at Film Block 2
Run Time: 6 Minutes
A guy discovers that sometimes the movie doesn't end with the credits when he makes an instant connection with a girl in a movie theater.

Writer, Director: Trey Riley
Producer: Daniel Hamby
Cast: Kyle Riggs, Skylan Kimbrell, Mike O'Neil
Country: USA

6:30 p.m - 8:30 p.m: The Short Game at Film Block 2  6:30 - 8:30pm
Run Time: 98 Minutes
Jeremy Avery is vying for a college golf scholarship, but his preparation and game are affected by family pressures related to his younger autistic brother Ethan. Jeremy’s path leads him on a journey of discovery both internal and of his brother’s savant like gifts, that if embraced can create an unstoppable pair.

Writers: Frank Sanza, Larry Boatright, E Joren Christensen, Florrie Laurence, David Parks
Director: Frank Sanza
Producer: David Parks
Cast: Ben Krieger, Mackenzie Astin, Katherine Cunningham, Owen Himfar, Glenn Morshower,
Country: USA

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