Hopeful Movies

Upon realizing there's not much time left, a teenager stuck in their bedroom, with only a window to the outside world, reflects on their life and...

Atmospherically shot in black and white North Circular Road travels the length of the eponymous road exploring the history, music and streetscapes of...

In a pirate timeline of the future, a pirate in space sings the ballad of pirate freedom and warns of the Alien Surf Dude's involvement in the...

The friendship between two boys end when one finally admits they need to part ways.

A colorful portrait of Kent Ohio's local drag scene, following performers as they balance school, identity, and art.

After You Get Back follows two best friends searching for a way forward after life has been interrupted. Fresh out of an inpatient mental health...

Follows world record-holding surfer Blake Johnston's journey of transforming personal tragedy into meaningful action, examining how suicide impacts...

A short film inspired by Port of Entry, the immersive theater experience created by Albany Park Theater Project and Third Rail Projects.

"We Love You" is a documentary that captures the essence of the 2008 Rainbow Gathering in Wyoming. The film delves into the heart of this annual...

A short documentary on the recovery of Sydney Swans AFL player Errol Gulden after sustaining an ankle injury in the Opening Round of the 2025 AFL...

Three aspirational gangsters risk their criminal careers whilst botching a kidnapping job.

After a breakup sends him into a manic, drug-fueled spiral, a bipolar comedian from Queens lands in a psych ward for the eighth time, where therapy...

A documentary that carefully explores the sensitive topic of mental health among young people, challenging social stigmas and dispelling common...

Elena has just been diagnosed with MSMDS, a condition which leaves her with permanently blurry eyesight. Although her brother, Noah, attempts to...

A Documentation of Amit Bar in his early days as an amputee

A young couple embarks on the exciting journey of adoption, preparing to welcome a new member into their family. As they navigate the ups and downs...

A Black Queer Non-Binary barista/street medic who just moved back to their southern hometown realizes they've connected to an alternate version of...

Five short documental scenes by different directors, each showing their different interpretations of "silence."