Invincibles, 25min., France
Directed by Shane Rosilio
This film is a dinner party behind closed doors. Hannah is hosting a dinner party at her house with her grandmother, her old school teacher, one of her classmates, and her brother, who lives with her. The classmate seems unaware of what he's doing there, the school teacher tries to be as discreet as possible, and the brother keeps coughing. The atmosphere at dinner is heavy, as if everyone is superfluous, and the room is increasingly filled with unease...

Get to know the filmmaker:

1. What motivated you to make this film?

I was absolutely determined to create a movie in one-room; I was very interested in it, and to be honest, I was sad and I couldn't accept the loss of certain loved ones, whether they were dead or alive. So, I made "Invincibles," and it actually helped me come to terms with that loss.

2. From the idea to the finished product, how long did it take for you to make this film?

It took me a year and a half, maybe two years. I had the idea for this film in August 2023 and finished it in June 2025, but I actually started writing it in December 2023, so I'm counting a year and a half. And just for your information, I filmed it at the end of May 2024.

3. How would you describe your film in two words!?

Loss, Fear.

4. What was the biggest obstacle you faced in completing this film?

The shooting was very complicated; it was my first short film with such a budget, and I really lacked experience and knowledge of the codes. Additionally, we shot this 25-minute film in 4 days, so to manage to capture all the shots we wanted, there were 1 to 3 takes per shot; it was complicated. Also, the editing, which I did alone, was very complicated because, as I mentioned, I had very few takes, so I had to cheat a lot. Furthermore, it was my first experience in editing, and I spent an enormous amount of time putting this film together; I'm also very perfectionistic, so it wasn't easy.

5. What were your initial reactions when watching the audience talking about your film in the feedback video?

I was thrilled with the positive feedback and very grateful and touched that people who don't even speak my language watched my film and took the time to give me their feedback.

6. When did you realize that you wanted to make films?

I couldn't tell you exactly when because it feels like it has always been obvious; it feels like I was always meant to make films, that it was meant to be this way and not otherwise. But one day, I remember, I watched "Goodfellas" by Martin Scorsese for the first time in my life, and I fell in love with that film, which confirmed my desire to make cinema.

7. What film have you seen the most in your life?

I would say La La Land, Call Me by Your Name, It's Only the End of the World, Goodfellas, or The Joker.

8. What other elements of the festival experience can we and other festivals implement to satisfy you and help you further your filmmaking career?

It would be nice to have more meetings and events; there are too many online festivals or festivals where we are selected but not invited.

9. You submitted to the festival via FilmFreeway. How has your experiences been working on the festival platform site?

My experience was very good. I really like your festival because you are one of the most responsive festivals I've applied to, and you are among those who share the most information, which is great.

10. What is your favorite meal?

Lemon or pesto pasta, it depends on the day.

11. What is next for you? A new film?

Yes, I am working on the script for my next short film, which will be about friendship !