The following student films have been invited to present in the Showcase:
THE SHABBOS GOY USA, 2004, 16mm 27 minutes English Director: Rachel Pearl University of California , Los Angeles When Lubavitcher Avram learns of his infertility he takes a suggestion from his wife to hire a Shabbos Goy to “do the job” for him.
ANDY USA, 2004, Video 5 minutes Director: Terence Healy As Andy’s acting career slowed down in his older age, he discovers a new career in modeling. This animated short uses figure drawing sketches and Andy’s narration to demonstrate it is never too late to “use what you have.”
HAPPY HOLIDAYS USA, 2003, Video 8 minutes English Director: Lauren Ann Miller Florida State University Film School On the last day of middle school before Christmas break, Rachel seems to be the only one that celebrates Chanukah. The Christmas monopoly becomes too much for her and she decides to take a stand.
STANDING TALL Israel, 2005, Video 19 minutes Hebrew with English subtitles Director: Nili Inbari Sapir Academic College Although Elad is 15 years old, his physical appearance is more of a 6 year old. He suffers from physical disabilities as a result of his dwarfism, however his loving and courageous personality demonstrate that beauty is more than skin deep.
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