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shareSometimes what we want and what others want for us completely contradict one another. Other times, they align perfectly. No matter how hard we try, the universe also seems to play a role in our decision-making. These shorts explore the internal and external motivations that determine how we live our lives.
This film program is available internationally.
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In this program
Magic Kingdom
Directed by Nelson Ng Chak Hei
Kit, a middle-aged single parent, brings his son from Hong Kong to California under the pretence of visiting Disneyland.
Still Trying
Directed by Nicole N Nequinto
Alex (25) is finally ready to move out of the house—that is, until her recently divorced mother breaks down after hearing her wedding song.
Moloka’i Bound
Directed by Alika Maikau
A wayward young man, recently released from prison, struggles to reconnect with his son and Hawaiian heritage.
Unmothered
Directed by Urvashi Pathania
Priyanka is a foul-mouthed and rebellious Indian American college student. When her mother tragically dies, Priyanka believes she should perform the Immersion of the Ashes (a Hindu ritual usually performed by men). In order to do so, she must confront her lovable but insane family.
No One Ever Really Dies
Directed by Anika Kan Grevstad, Mari Young
A celebration of the life of Jun Takahashi: an 84-year-old Tokyo native with an eccentric way of looking at death.
