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SHORTS: BODIES, BODIES, BODIES

From body horror, fleshy fables, and transcendent animated daytrips, a selection of films that consider the parts, particulars, and participation of these bodies we call home.

In this program


Ali

Directed by Adnan Al Rajeev

In a small town where women are forbidden to sing, one mother goes to desperate lengths to conceal Ali’s true voice for a singing competition.

Bitter Chocolate

Directed by Sahar Sotoodeh

Yasi, a tough-as-nails teenager, travels to Tehran for an underground abortion and immediately afterwards must take an English aptitude test to fulfill her alibi.

The Tale of Tran Thanh Duong

Directed by Hachul Le Do

Inspired by Vietnamese folklore and traditional musical theater, this origin story tells the tale of Tran Thanh Duong who is neither a fish nor shrimp but a wonder-filled transformation.

Stomach Bug

Directed by Matty Crawford

A father deals with the emotional strain of his daughter being away for college, only for him to endure a physical turmoil developing inside him.

Sammi, Who Can Detach His Body Parts

Directed by Rein Maychaelson

Sammi had the unusual ability to share his body parts to help people. After his death, a mother struggles to piece together parts so he can be buried whole and embarks on a path to understanding.

Ordinary Life

Directed by Yoriko Mizushiri

In this sensual animation, everyday life may seem repetitive but each moment is uniquely ever-changing. To be present is lovely.

Dates & Times

UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley

Wed, Nov 12
5:30 pm