MOVIE TRAILERS Genre Festival August 2025
New Releases
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23m
wur, 18 sec.,
Directed by Anthony Rodriguez
Blow Me Down, 30 sec., USA
Directed by Marta Renzi
By turns goofy, sexy and poignant, BLOW ME DOWN messes with 3 dimensions and the 4th wall - or is it the 5th?
https://www.instagram.com/renzimarta
BLACK PRINTMAKERS OF Washington DC, 4min. USA
Directed by Susan J. Goldman
Washington, D.C. has a rich history of Black owned printmaking workshops where artists thrived and formed community. Before the 1970's, Black artists had few opportunities to own their own studios, and showcase their art. Percy Martin and Michael Platt's story is part of a larger history.
THE TANK trailer, 1min., USA
Directed by Richard G. Miller
761st tank divison battles the Nazi in the battle of the Bugle.
Joan & Talbot trailer, 30sec. USA
Directed by Megan Mann
In the heat of the Hundred Years' War, English Lord Talbot and the fierce French warrior Joan la Pucelle clash on the battlefield outside Orléans. Talbot, brimming with confidence, watches in disbelief as his once-victorious troops falter under the determined charge of a woman.
https://www.instagram.com/nycstagecombat
3 Days trailer, 30sec. USA
Directed by Jared Kitt
A man must shield the truth from his lover during her three day visit to a labor camp.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt36303714/?ref_=mv_close
Kaelara: The Summoned Blade, 1min, USA
Directed by Chris Vallone
In a realm shattered by decades of tribal war, an unstoppable horde rises, forcing enemy clans into a fragile alliance. But one tribe holds back, hiding a powerful secret: a child, the last living heir. Her blood could end the old bloodlines—and give the horde control of the realm. Kaelara, a lone warrior haunted by loss, must rescue the child, reclaim the Sacred Relic, and stop the ritual that could plunge the realm into eternal shadow.
In Hell With Ivo Trailer, 2min., Bulgaria
Directed by Kristina Nikolova
Bulgarian queer artist Ivo Dimchev captivates audiences worldwide with his electrifying art shows, which blend singing and songwriting, theatre, dance, and visual art.
https://instagram.com/in_hell_with_ivo_movie
Shadow of the Impostor, 1min. UK
Directed by Ortino Yang
Shadow of the Impostor is a surreal psychological short film that follows Aiden, a struggling actor on the verge of a breakdown as he prepares for a major audition. Battling self-doubt, rejection, and the dehumanizing nature of the industry, Aiden begins to experience a mental split—his shadow detaches from him, reflecting his inner turmoil and fractured identity. As reality blurs with hallucination, Aiden’s confrontation with this shadow self culminates in a defiant act of rebellion during the audition, symbolizing his reclaiming of agency in a world that tries to erase him.
DILEMMA trailer, 1min., USA
Directed by Travan Jay Hiatt
Dilemma is a tense psychological thriller that delves into the consequences of a single, reckless decision. When high school friends find themselves trapped in a situation they can’t escape, panic sets in, and their once-close bond begins to fray. With each choice they make, the weight of their actions grows heavier, and the line between right and wrong blurs. Dilemma is a gripping exploration of guilt, fear, and where unexpected paths can lead us.
One of Us Pt 1, 1min,. USA
Directed by Laquan D. Burroughs
Three college kids look to join the nations most prestigious joint Fraternity, Alpha Omega Phi, and there's only one more step for them to compete: A game night. However, this is no ordinary game night. Will these three be able to overcome the challenges ahead of them, or will their college experience take a horrific turn?
https://www.instagram.com/l.a.quan_659
A Probability of Nature, 24sec., USA
Directed Eian Hazzard
A Probability of Nature is an experimental short I made on the Information Age. I wanted to explore the tangible benefits of technology as well as the often abstract challenges it presents to our collective mental health.
Doing Nothing, Going Nowhere, 45sec., USA
Directed by Brandon Houser
“Doing Nothing, Going Nowhere” is a zero-budget experimental short film that emerged during the writing and recording of an original alt/indie EP inspired by the 2000s–2010s soundscape. Blending surrealist visuals, humor, and philosophical musings, the film explores themes of god, death, meaning, and the tension of living in a postmodern world.
The Christopher Nolan Experience trailer, 3min,. Canada
Directed by Matthew Putnam, Diego Pereira
When struggling creative Christopher Nolan is dumped by his girlfriend upon her discovery that he is not the legendary director of films such as Oppenheimer and Interstellar, he decides to prove himself by staging a play adaptation of The Dark Knight. "The Christopher Nolan Experience" captures the behind-the-scenes efforts leading up to this anticipated disaster.
https://www.instagram.com/thechristophernolanexperience/
A dream in waking life, 35sec. Iran
Directed by Hossein Moradizadeh
A man is walking down the street in the dark and dreaming, suddenly the wind blows.
https://www.instagram.com/mora.films/
The Morgue, 11sec., Iran
Directed by Majid Farzolahi
A zombie girl comes out of the morgue and is horrified by the image of the movie The Ring on the TV. (Real voices of ghosts are used in this movie)
We Sock - End of the world, 2min., Finland,
Directed by Petri Puroaho
I created a web series with my spouse in 2020 to pass the time while living in long distance relationship, and then the process started to have a life of its own and became bigger than us. Our web series ”We Sock” was originally mainly recorded on Skype -sessions mixed with other footage. After several seasons and a feature film, we are soon starting to launch again a brand new season (5) for our webseries and a feature film to go with it, entitled We Sock - End of the world". This time our journey takes us outside our Skype-"box" more than ever before, starting from the shooting location in South-America, where mega-blockbuster film-production turns the faith of Mr "Indyana" Sock Jones. And this teaser-trailer shows what happened and what will happen next.
https://www.instagram.com/we.sock.pp
Mx., 14sec., UK
Directed by Wwenen Lusa
“Mx.” is a title used as a gender-neutral alternative to Mr. or Ms., reflecting inclusivity in gender identity. This film delves into the tension between gender identity and societal expectations, highlighting the quest for selfhood amidst oppression. Through the lens of diverse, non-binary lesbians, it showcases their struggles with physical acceptance, cultural pressures, and homophobia. The narrative emphasizes the symbolic power of costumes and dance as tools for inner awakening and liberation, illustrating the beauty and strength found in diverse identities. By following the journeys of these individuals, "Mx." challenges societal norms and questions how the fashion industry can lead the way in accepting varied gender expressions, ultimately portraying the ongoing fight for identity acceptance and understanding.
Confession of a serial killer, 1min., Italy
Directed by Francesco Maffei
Max Rinaldi, a journalist and blogger with a past as a film critic, receives a phone call from a man announcing that he is a serial killer and wants to provide him with a confession of his heinous murders
Black / White & the "Other Colours", 1min., Turkey
Directed by Doğa Yılmaz
A man gets ready to go out. When he steps outside and integrates into society, he becomes a different person. While walking, he sees a woman he knows, and both of them pause, exchanging a gaze before continuing on their paths. When they turn back and exchange glances again, the man changes. The woman, however, continues exploring the city streets. In the evening, as she returns home, she sees a man, different from the one she previously encountered, sitting on the stairs, drinking wine. The woman transforms and sits next to the man. They spend some time drinking wine together. As the hours pass, both of them transform into completely different individuals. They observe the view and walk hand in hand on the streets. When they arrive home, both of them transform once again. They make love and fall asleep. In the early morning, two men are lying in bed. The character we previously saw as masculine gets up and goes to the bathroom. As he bends down to wash his face, he transforms. When he stands up, he becomes a man we haven't seen before. When he bends down again, the woman's identity looks at herself in the mirror.