SpeakeasyShorts Film Challenge

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Eight filmmaking teams have only 5 days to write, shoot, edit—and screen a film based on stories from eight local storytellers. The kicker: none of the teams have heard the stories before they are presented.

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The films are in and we can’t wait to see them!

MAN OF LETTERS
Based on a true story by Adam Ruben
Film created by Big Honkin’ Films. Austin Bragg, Director
When a man who loves words decides to venture into the world of competitive Scrabble, his good nature quickly turns repugnant.

KFGS VII
Based on a true story by Mike Kane
Film created by Yellow Bow Tie Productions. Joel David Santer, Director
A father and son bond over their desire to run a successful garage sale – not over the dining table they just sold.

THE BACKSEAT DRIVER
Based on a true story by Elissa Laura Gross
Film created by Tragedy Plus Time. Rob Raffety, Director
In order to prove to her father that she should be allowed to drive the family car, a newly-licensed teen is tested by a peculiar backseat driver.

THE DONOR
Based on a true story by Chris Love
Film created by Meridian Hill Pictures. Lance Kramer & Scott Lunt, Directors
When a gay man is asked by a lesbian couple to help them create a family, his experiences with a local sperm donor bank becomes an daunting task.

THE INTERVIEW
Based on a true story by Stephanie Garibaldi
Film created by Nine Hour Films. Mary Ratliff, Director
Looking to create a new career, a woman tests her ability to stretch the truth by applying for a job well beyond her qualifications.

OH, GRANNY
Based on a true story by Suzi Whaples
Film created by Amagi Productions. Erin Wildermuth, Director
It is said that fashion is cyclical and everything comes back again. However, when renamed for a new generation, the confusion often creates unintended hilarity.

ROTTEN EGGS
Based on a true story by Vijai Nathan
Film created by Citra Productions. Jason Baustin, Director
Pulled in many directions, a 30-something woman contemplates whether her quest for a soulmate will instead bring her a primate.

ROCKIN’ ROBIN REVELATIONS
Based on a true story by Jessica Solomon
Film created by DC Dogs. Jonathan Zuck, Director
A young woman discovers a family secret that may impact more than her responsibility to share toys.

 

About the SpeakeasyShorts Film Challenge

THE STORYTELLING

Friday, November 9
7:00pm and 9:30pm shows
US Navy Memorial Heritage Center, 701 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, Washington, DC

The air is electric as seven local storytellers regale the audience — and seven filmmaking teams — with touching, funny, insightful and personal stories about their lives. At the end of the 7:00 show, the filmmaking teams will learn which story they have been paired with — and the race to make an 8-minute movie is on! This show runs approximately 90 minutes. Storytellers: Mike Kane, Stephanie Garibaldi, Adam Ruben, Vijai Nathan, Jessica Solomon, Elissa Laura Gross, Chris Love, and Suzi Whaples.

THE FILMS

Friday, November 16
7:00pm and 9:30pm shows
US Navy Memorial Heritage Center, 701 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, Washington, DC

With only five days to shoot and edit their films, who knows what will be projected on the big screen? Watch the eight films, ask questions of the teams — and then cast your vote for your favorite film. After the 9:30 show, one team will walk away with a $1,000 grand prize, and other awards will be presented for the film which most closely follows the original story, and the film which most creatively tells the story. This show runs approximately 90 minutes.

One amazing event presented on two consecutive Friday evenings. Purchase a ticket ($20) for either night (7:00 and 9:30 shows) or buy for both Fridays and save $10

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