Director Biography – Lisbet Byler, Grace Wagner (AFRAID)

First-time directors, Lisbet Byler and Grace Wagner, reside in Lancaster, PA where they work for MAKE films, a film company producing commercial and original content. At MAKE, Grace works as Coordinating Producer and Lisbet as Studio & Marketing Manager. The two bonded over their shared love of true crime podcasts and dogs (dachshunds in particular).… Continue reading Director Biography – Lisbet Byler, Grace Wagner (AFRAID)

Short Film: CREATURES, 4min., USA, Dance

With our short fashion dance film, we would like to take you back in surreal pre historic times. Capturing the tale of mysterious creatures living on earth. Pure in their emotions and expressions. Following them on a journey of identity and self expression. Fashion as a tool to bond, it makes us belong, it makes… Continue reading Short Film: CREATURES, 4min., USA, Dance

HIGHLIGHTS – November 2019 Under 5 Minute Film Festival

AUDIENCE AWARD WINNERS: BEST ANIMATION FILM: IN AN EMPTY WOOD BEST UNDER 5min. FILM: SAND IN THE SKY BEST PERFORMANCES: ONCE TWICE A DAY BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY: IN SEARCH OF A MOMENT BEST MUSIC: THE MOST MAGNIFICENT THING Theme of night: Quirks of the Human Condition Watch the Audience FEEDBACK Videos: THE SPIRIT SEAM 15min., USA,… Continue reading HIGHLIGHTS – November 2019 Under 5 Minute Film Festival

Thunderbird Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from the Nov. 2019 Under 5min. Festival

THUNDERBIRD, 3min., Canada, Documentary Directed by Erin Collins Thunderbird is a short documentary exploring the story of Steven Collins, an international Olympic ski jumper. Using archive footage and photos, Thunderbird gives a genuine look at Steven’s story. CLICK HERE – and see full info and more pics of the film!

Sand In The Sky Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from the Nov. 2019 Under 5min. Festival

SAND IN THE SKY, 4min., USA, Drama Directed by Dana Saint Traveling with a baby is an interesting thing. They add all sorts of challenges to any trip you do. Long flights, strollers, nap schedules, and car seats all seem to pile up and complicate what is supposed to be a relaxing vacation. Sometimes, you may… Continue reading Sand In The Sky Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from the Nov. 2019 Under 5min. Festival

One Twice A Day Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from the Nov. 2019 Under 5min. Festival

ONE TWICE A DAY, 3min., USA, Drama Directed by Sofia Streisand During a routine health check a doctor discovers that there’s something terribly wrong with his patient…. CLICK HERE – and see full info and more pics of the film!

In Search Of A Moment Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from the Nov. 2019 Under 5min. Festival

IN SEARCH OF A MOMENT, 4min., USA, Documentary Directed by Jake Davis Join wildlife photographer Jake Davis in the wilderness as he reflects on time, nature, and the magic of encountering animals in the wild. CLICK HERE – and see full info and more pics of the film!

Epiphany Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from the Nov. 2019 Under 5min. Festival

EPIPHANY, 4min., Egypt, Drama Directed by Luai Akl It all begins while the 11 years old main character is lying down alone with his childish and emotional imagination on the floor waiting for an unrecognized punishment from his father while locking him up in a room. CLICK HERE – and see full info and more pics of… Continue reading Epiphany Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from the Nov. 2019 Under 5min. Festival