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“See the world from the edge of your seat...”
SILVER SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN OCALA, MARION COUNTY, FLORIDA
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’14, ’15, ’16... Third Time’s A Charm!
We’re back! And if you’re reading this, so are you – and we’re so glad you’re here. If it’s
your first time, grab a ticket, silence your phone and butter your popcorn, because you’re
in for a great time! In fact this year’s fest is going to be so good that we hope you are
already planning your return visit in April 2017.
This festival is one of the largest cultural events in our community’s growing arts and
entertainment landscape and this community, itself, is the very reason we are here. The
Ocala Film Foundation has inspired and mobilized civic leaders, citizens and business
owners and we are so honored that the city we call home has joined us this year as our
Presenting Sponsor – thank you City of Ocala!
Ocala Film Foundation, Silver Springs International Film Festival and now, the Friends of
the Fest are dedicated to leading our community in creative and cultural discovery through
the medium of motion pictures. Together we discover and encourage independent artists
worldwide and build bridges between artists and their audiences and launch the artists of
tomorrow.
The Festival is also an international cultural event that elevates awareness of
Ocala/Marion County, Florida’s Silver Springs State Park and the area’s contributions to
cinema, as well as the cultural landscape of Florida. We offer scholarships to area
students interested in the media arts and provide class room grants for local media arts
teachers. The Festival awards incentives to Florida filmmakers and encourages them to
utilize the areas’ pristine natural resources and unique culture and character.
We have come a long way in just 3 years - from a 3 day event to a spectacular week long
festival celebrating independent cinema with filmmakers from around the world.
Organizing a festival takes a village! We would like to thank the filmmakers who have
shared their work, our dedicated and enthusiastic board of directors, corporate and
community sponsors, local businesses, community leaders and our tireless and
enthusiastic volunteers for their exemplary support and assistance. We couldn’t do it
without all of you! We also thank you, our audience, for being here - enjoy the festival!
Laurie W. Zink, Executive Director
Ocala Film Foundation
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Greg Thompson, Festival Director
Silver Springs International Film Festival
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TABLE OF CONTENTS - CATALOG OF FILMS/SEMINARS/EVENTS
Films by Category
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Screening Admissions Policy
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Schedule of Screenings at a Glance
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Film Synopses by Day of Screenings
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Special Interest Film Series
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Viewer Discretion Advisory
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SSIFF Excusive Festival Events
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Scholarship/Grant/Incentive Awards Information ....................................p. 45
Silver Springs – “Hollywood East” ...........................................................p. 46
Filmmaker Salon at The Brick
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Making the Most of the Fest ....................................................................p. 48
Jordan Klein, Sr., Bruce Mozert Legacy Award .......................................p. 49
SSIFF’16 Seminars
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OFF Board of Directors/Friends of the Fest
SSIFF Volunteers/Team
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SSIFF 16 Films screen at the Historic Marion Theatre, downtown Ocala, FL with
Special Event Screenings at the Appleton Museum of Art and Dassance Fine Arts Center
SSIFF DISCLAIMER:
All Official SSIFF Venues meet all ADA requirements.
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ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Accessibility
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The views and opinions expressed in the films in the festival are
those of the filmmakers and/or their producer(s), cast and crew.
They do not reflect the views and opinions of the Silver Springs
International Film Festival, its sponsors, the Ocala Film
Foundation nor the members of its board.
Films by Category
Narrative Features
Sabki Bajegi Band
A Struggle For Home: The Crimean Tatars
Zanjas
Read Me
Interwoven w/Mo’Nique
The Gaariwala
Clinger
Pagdi The Honor
Psychoanalysis
Canvas w/Joe Pantoliano
Love And Hostages
Interior
The Goonies
Narrative Shorts
Mr. Yung
Total Awesome Viking Power
Patient 39
Blue-eyed Boy
Breathe
Brothers
Natural Insemination
Paradise Boys
Right Person For The Job
Mousse
Lonely Souls of Microbes
The Peripheral
This Modern Man Is Beat
RSVP
Coffin Cruisin’
Strays
At Last
Curtis Takes A Wrong Turn
The Smiling Man
Dancing With Gene Kelly
Imagine Me And You
Red Thunder
Finless
Spider Man Lives: A Miles Morales Story
Two Left Feet
Documentary Features
The Little Firemen
Kill Pen
Brotherhood of the Popcorn
Flying Again
Chuck Norris vs. Communism
One Day
Unbranded
In Pursuit of Peace
The C Word
Polyfaces
A Struggle For Home: The Crimean Tatars
Documentary Shorts
Old South
American Outrage
Blind Spot
Cornish Cowboy
Silent Connection
Their Last Ride
The Edge
Dartmoor Ponies
142 Miles From Monday
Student Shorts
Doki Doki
Autumn Leaves
The Art of Villainy
Best of Manhattan Film Institute
Animated Shorts
When Things Are Shitty
Trick Or Treat
No Kidding, Me 2
Windeaters
Return of the Horse
It’s Reining
AstroSamantha
Capturing Wild Horses
Reflections
Corrals to Competition
Cowgirls
Sharing The Secrets
At Last
Eulogy of Pini Gurebich
Byroad
The Confrontation
Best of FSU Film School
Millie
Best of Marion County Media Awards
We Can’t Live Without Cosmos
Daewit
Elephant King
Animation Hotline
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Dive In, Splash and Day Pass holders MUST be in line no later than 20 minutes prior to the scheduled start time. Priority
admission is given to all Dive In and Splash Pass holders. Day Pass holders will be seated after all Dive In and Splash
Pass holders have entered the theater. General Admission tickets will go on sale 20 minutes prior to each screening.
Once General Admission tickets have gone on sale, Dive In and Splash Pass holders and Day Pass holders will no
longer have priority admittance. Dive In, Splash and Day Pass holders arriving AFTER the 20 minute mark must go to
the back of the General Admission line. ALL theater seating will be on a first come, first served basis. Neither Dive In,
Splash nor Day Pass holders are guaranteed a seat, only admission up to capacity. NO ONE will be admitted into the
theater 15 minutes after start time. SSIFF Staff will adhere to this policy even in the event of a delayed screening.
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 Festival Screening Admissions Policy
SCHEDULE OF FILM SCREENINGS
DAY 2 - Tuesday, April 5 - OPENING NIGHT – Downtown Ocala
brings you “Rock & Reel: Opening Night at SSIFF 16”
“Food, Fun. Bobby Socks. Elvis Movie. Downtown Rocks!”
9:00pm - 11:00pm - Follow That Movie... to the Historic Marion Theatre where Duke Energy
welcomes you to our Opening Night film, the Elvis classic, Follow That Dream. So grab a box of popcorn,
wrap your sweater around your shoulders and get ready for a nostalgic trip to 1960s Florida!
Follow That Dream /Historic Marion Theatre
9:00pm - Main Theatre
In this adaptation of the novel, Pioneer, Go Home!, Pop Kwimper’s
(Arthur O'Connell) vagabond family, including son Toby (Elvis
Presley), Holly Jones (Anne Helm) and various adopted children travel
through Florida where Pop drives onto an as-yet-unopened section of
highway. When the car runs out of gas, Holly charms Toby into
persuading Pop to take up residence on the land next to the road,
where a chance encounter with an avid fisherman gives Holly the idea
to build a business that caters to sport fishermen.
Soon the family’s idyllic new existence is threatened by a jilted, Tobyobsessed social worker who tries to take the children away; a
government official determined to evict the squatters from their
eyesore of a home and a couple of gamblers who set up a casino in a
nearby trailer. In the end, Toby's earthy wits win over the judge and
the family returns to its new home.
 Elvis stayed in Crystal River, during the shoot - an easy drive to the locations that took him to Ocala,
Inverness, Yankeetown and Tampa.
 Opening Night “film only” tickets will be available at the Marion Theatre Box Office during the event. Seating is limited!
DAY 3 - Wednesday, April 6 – Film Screenings
MAIN THEATRE
1:00 The C Word – documentary feature
This screening is presented by our friends at
 Denotes Filmmaker in Attendance
BALCONY THEATRE
1:00 Millie - short
Flying Again - documentary feature
Fresh Squeezed Series
Hotel Development & Management Group, Ocala
3:00 Total Awesome Viking Power, Patient 39,
Blue-eyed Boy, Breathe, Brothers, Natural
Insemination
Narrative Short Films Block
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3:00 Old South - feature
A Struggle For Home: Crimean Tatars - feature
Documentary Double Feature
Wednesday, April 6 Continues...
4:30 - 9:00pm - Join us for a night at the museum... Emmy award-winning animator/animation
director, James Tim Walker, visits the Appleton Museum’s IMAGIMATION
Exhibit, where we will also screen the documentary, The Brotherhood of the
Popcorn, featuring Mr. Walker. Then it’s on to a tour of the exhibit with Mr.
Walker sharing insights and anecdotes of working on many of the films whose
www.AppletonMuseum.
original images and props are on display. There will be a reception and a talkback
org to hear more about his extraordinary journey. Mr. Walker will debut his new book, Shaken Not Broken,
and share his first book, Drawings From The Left – get your signed copy. Must purchase tickets, in advance!
4:30pm & 9:00pm The Brotherhood of the Popcorn – feature presented by our friends at
6:00pm Chat with James Tim Walker and Woody Wise - this is the only Q&A for this film.
7:00pm Exhibit tour with James Tim Walker - Hear about Tim’s work on many of these films
6:00 – 9:00pm Reception - 8:00pm “Shaken Not Broken” Book Debut/Signing
SunTran shuttles will be provided for visiting filmmakers – details at The Brick
MAIN THEATRE
BALCONY THEATRE
5:00 Kill Pen – documentary feature
Horse Fever Series
5:00 The Right Person For The Job - short
Interwoven – narrative feature with Mo’Nique
7:00 When Things Get Shitty – animated short
Read Me – narrative feature
7:00 Their Last Ride, Capturing Wild Horses,
American Outrage, The Edge
Horse Fever Short Films/Winnie Award-winner
9:00 Reflections – documentary short
Blind Spot – documentary short
Windeaters – documentary feature
Horse Fever Series/Winnie Award-winner
9:00 Paradise Boys – narrative short
Zanjas – narrative feature
DAY 4 - Thursday, April 7 – Film Screenings
1:00 Sharing The Secrets – student doc. short
Land of Leopold – narrative feature
1:00 Doki Doki, Autumn Leaves, Eulogy of Pini
Gurevich, Byroad, The Art of Villainy, At Last,
The Confrontation
Student Short Films
3:00 Mousse - short
Lonely Souls of Microbes – student short
3:00 When Things Are Shitty, We Can’t
Live Without Cosmos, Elephant King, Trick or
Treat, Daewit, Animation Hotline
Foreign Long-format Shorts
5:00 Dartmoor Ponies - documentary short
One Day - documentary feature
Animated Short Films/Oscar Nominee
5:00 Silent War - narrative short
The Gaariwala - narrative feature
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Thursday, April 7 Continues...
MAIN THEATRE
BALCONY THEATRE
7:00 Curiosity Stream SVOD – doc. feature
w/Mark Emery
Green Screen Series
7:00 Corrals to Competition - documentary short
Return of the Horse - documentary feature
9:00 Cornish Cowboy - documentary short
Unbranded - documentary feature
Horse Fever Series/SSIFF15 Encore Screening
9:00 The Best of Manhattan Film Institute
w/Tony Spiridakis
Horse Fever Series/Cannes Official Selection
Experimental Film Showcase
11:00 The Peripheral - narrative short
Clinger - narrative feature
SHRIEKFEST/LA Award Winner
DAY 5 - Friday, April 8 – Film Screenings
MAIN THEATRE
BALCONY THEATRE
1:00 In Pursuit of Peace - documentary feature
1:00 Millie, This Modern Man is Beat, RSVP,
Coffin Cruisin’, Mr. Yung, Strays
Fresh Squeezed Shorts
3:00 Cowgirls - documentary short
It’s Reining - documentary feature
3:00 Pagdi The Honor - narrative feature
3:30pm - 6:00pm/Dassance Fine Arts Center - IDEA TO STORY: No Kidding, Me 2!
Kids Central, Inc. presents this special screening of actor, Joe Pantoliano’s documentary directorial debut
followed by a Q&A with the filmmaker. No Kidding... examines and engages the stigma and shame of
mental/brain “dis-ease” (or disease), shedding light on what 100 million Americans suffer with in isolation.
 Kids Central Ticket Holders receive priority seating – seats available to the public as available.
5:00 Sabki Bajegi Band – narrative feature
5:00 At Last - narrative short
Psychoanalysis - narrative feature
7:00 The Confrontation - student short
Canvas - feature with Joe Pantoliano
7:00 Curtis Takes A Wrong Turn – short
*Love and Hostages – narrative feature
*Fresh Squeezed Series
9:00 Polyfaces - documentary feature
Green Screen Series
9:00 The Best of FSU
Student Film Showcase
11:00 - The Smiling Man - narrative short
Interior - narrative feature
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 SHRIEKFEST/LA Award Winner
DAY 6 - Saturday, April 9 – CINEMAGIC is presented by
Saturdays at SSIFF are for kids - big and small. Cinemagic highlights a
diverse program devoted to widening your family's viewing experience
beyond animated tales, talking animals and adult inside jokes. A whole day of family-friendly films!
MAIN THEATRE
11:00 L’il Herc - narrative trailer
Reflections - documentary short
Cowgirls ‘N Angels - narrative feature
Horse Fever/Cinemagic Series
BALCONY THEATRE
11:00 We Can’t Live Without Cosmos animated short
AstroSamantha - documentary feature
Cinemagic Series/Oscar Nominated Short Film
1:00 Best of Marion County Media Awards
A showcase of Ocala, Marion County Middle and
High School award-winning Media Arts Projects
Cinemagic Series Local Student Showcase
3:00 The Goonies - feature w/Joe Pantoliano
*No Q&A after this screening – join us for Get Goonie on
the Square at 2:00pm for a special inside look at this film
with actor, Joe Pantoliano.
Cinemagic Special Feature
This screening presented by
1:00 Trick or Treat, Dancing With Gene Kelly,
Imagine Me and You, Red Thunder, Silent
Connection, Finless, Two Left Feet, Spiderman
Lives: A Miles Morales Story
Cinemagic Series Short Films
3:00 142 Miles from Monday- documentary short
*The Little Firemen - documentary feature
Cinemagic & Green Screen Series
This screening presented by our friends at
DAY 7 - Sunday, April 10, 1:00pm - 6:00pm - Encore Screening of the
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 Filmmaker attendance is confirmed at time of calendar’s completion & subject to change without notice.
 Short subjects are presented before select programs. Titles are subject to change without notice.
 Screenings are followed by informative Q & A sessions with attending filmmakers as time allows.
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The Downtown Business Alliance presents this festival favorite!
Best of the Fest tends to sell out, so be sure to get your tickets for this encore
screening of all our 2016 SSIFF Award Winning films. The films screen in two
blocks with a 15 minute intermission.
Film Synopses
DAY 2 - Tuesday, April 5, Opening Night, Historic Marion Theatre
Follow That Dream
9:00pm – Main Theatre
Narrative Feature
USA/109 mins.
Gordon Douglas, Director
Pop Kwimper’s (Arthur O'Connell) vagabond family, including son Toby (Elvis Presley),
Holly Jones (Anne Helm) and various adopted children travel through Florida where
Pop drives onto an as-yet-unopened section of highway. When the car runs out of gas,
Holly persuades Toby to persuade Pop to take up residence on the land next to the
road, where a chance encounter with an avid fisherman gives Holly the idea to build a
business that caters to sport fishermen.
Soon the family’s idyllic new existence is threatened by a jilted, Toby-obsessed social worker who tries to
take the children away; a government official determined to evict the squatters from their eyesore of a home
and a couple of gamblers who set up a casino in a nearby trailer. In the end, Toby's earthy wits win over the
judge and the family returns to its new home.
 Elvis stayed in Crystal River, during the shoot - an easy drive to the locations that took him to Ocala,
Inverness, Yankeetown and Tampa.
Day 3 - Wednesday, April 6, Historic Marion Theatre
The C Word
Documentary Feature
USA/1 hr. 31 min.
Meghan L. O’Hara, Director/Producer/Writer; Lori McCreary, Producer
Cancer is no laughing matter – but the archaic way we still deal with it is! The C Word
looks at the insanity in our approach, and asks the question: With all of the resources and
efforts in the war on cancer – why are we still losing? Why are cancer rates skyrocketing?
And in asking the question, a band of quirky rebels, led by Morgan Freeman reveal some amazing truths.
About the Director: Meghan L. O’Hara’s producer credits include award winning features SICKO,
Fahrenheit 9/11, and Bowling For Columbine, three of the top box-office grossing documentaries of all time.
She began her career directing and producing the documentary Roe vs. Roe for HBO/ Cinemax.
Millie
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A farmer struggles to hold onto the memory of his wife when her treasured cow goes
missing in a storm. Cast: Guido Roncallo, Lynda Stein
About the Director: Karli Windischmann is currently in her last year of the BFA Film
program at the University of Central Florida. She has directed four films while at UCF
and has been Cinematographer on several others. With enormous support from her crew, Millie was Karli’s
first time taking on both rolls.
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1:00pm – Balcony Theatre
Narative Short - Drama
USA/7 mins.
Karli Windischmann, Writer/Director/Cinematographer
Wednesday, April 6, Continues
Flying Again
Documentary Feature
USA/84:00 mins.
John Ellis/Jason Schappert, Directors; Ashley Schappert /Jason Schappert, Producers
Jason Schappert, founder of MzeroA.com online ground school in Ocala, flew with
several rusty pilots on their road back to proficiency in the skies. Life, love, and work
grounded these pilots – follow their journeys as the soar again. Cast: Ariel Tweto
About the Director: Jason Schappert is a CFII with over 9,000 hours of dual control instruction. The
founder of online ground school MzeroA.COM, based out of Ocala, Florida. His wife Ashley and he have
one daughter, Ella, who has just turned one.
Old South
Short Documentary Feature
US/54:00 mins.
Danielle Beverly, Director/Producer; Marco Williams, Executive Producer
On one block in Athens, GA two communities steeped in history - one black, one white struggle to keep their respective legacies relevant in a changing American South. "Old
South" provides a window into the underlying dynamics of race relations that influence
so many American communities. Cast: Hope Inglehart
About the Director: Beverly began at Chicago’s PBS affiliate in 1999. She was Field Producer for the
REBIRTH (Sundance World Premiere 2011; Showtime broadcast; George Foster Peabody Award; The
White House, US Dept. of State film tour; permanent exhibition at National 9/11 Memorial & Museum).
A Struggle for Home: The Crimean Tatars
Short Documentary Feature
Qatar/44 mins.
Christina Paschyn, Director/Executive Producer/Writer
For more than 200 years, the Crimean Tatars struggled to free their native land, the
Crimean Peninsula, from Russian domination. By 2014, many believed their long battle
was finally coming to a good end. They were wrong.
About the Director: Paschyn is an international multimedia journalist and educator based in Doha, Qatar.
A Struggle for Home: The Crimean Tatars is her first documentary film project.
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When Viking role player Vidar is sidelined to "the land of the dead" he seeks help of the
god Odin, who agrees to teach Vidar the ways of the Vikings if he takes him to a mystical
Runestone. Together they embark on a journey that will test Vidar’s wits, bravery and his
ability to go completely berserk. Cast: Vince Major, Schno Mozingo, Jane E. Seymour,
About the Director: Morten has been making movies in his neighbor’s backyards in Norway since he was
12 years old. From Star Wars homages to action thriller about gamers, he has developed a unique style of
telling the comedic stories of various subcultures while remaining true to their core values.
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Narrative Short - Fantasy/Comedy
USA/15:00 mins.
Morten Forland, Writer/Director/Producer; Vincent Valentin, Director of Photography
Patient 39
Narrative Short - Drama
United Kingdom/14:00 mins.
Dan Clifton, Director; Willima Boyd/Dan Clifton, Writers; Roland Holmes, Producer
A soldier known only as Patient 39 awakens from a coma with no memory; the search
for his identity and past begins. Cast: Mark Bazeley, Julia Rayner, Alfie Stewart
About the Director: Clifton is an award-winning writer, director and producer. Currently in development with
his award-winning screenplay The Unseen, Dan is an elected Board Member of Directors UK, and the
Executive of FERA, the Federation of European Film Directors.
Blue-eyed Boy
Iran/18:00 mins.
Masoud Soheilli, Director/Writer/Editor; Farshid Alizadeh, Director of Photography
A young village boy, with a condition that allows to see the world only in blue, stirs his
family’s concern about his condition, but Doctors confirm the boy is healthy. Blue-eyed
Boy explores individualism and our unique perceptions of the world. Cast: Soheil Soheili, Farhad Reza,
Namdar Sakineh, Sedighe Dobaradar
About the Director: Soheilli is an award-winning, Iranian-born director. He earned a BA in Law before
working in an Assistant Director in the Cinema. His film has screened in more than 30 festivals worldwide.
Breathe
Poland/7:00 mins.
Youssef Ouarrak, Director/Writer/Editor; Konstancja Sawicka, Executive Producer
During the 1944 Warsaw Uprising, a young group of scouts march through the dark,
claustrophobic sewers. Germans bring complete destruction and chaos to the city above
as a teenage boy follows the footsteps of a brave scout girl.
Cast: Kamila Bujalska
About the Director: Born in Stockholm, Sweden and raised by his Moroccan parents, Youssef has lived on
four different continents. He completed his Business studies and began a marketing career in Madrid, but
his dream took off after attending the Academy of Art University, San Francisco.
Brothers
Australia/12:00 mins.
Cameron Brunt, Director/Writer; Ashley Pardey, Producer
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Mitch is thrown into the world of crime, shoulder to shoulder with his brother in a bank
heist. The robbery takes a detour and he must learn to survive on his own in a very
different world. Cast: Nick Allen-Ducat, Andy Sparnon, Christopher Sommers
About the Director: Cameron Brunt has been shooting films ever since he can remember. Starting out
making action clips and wildlife documentaries at age 7 and now at age 16 has recently moved to LA where
he is following his dreams and writing his first feature film.
Natural Insemination
Narrative Short – Dark Comedy
USA/17:00 mins.
Crosby Selander, Director/Writer; Catharine Wolf & Mark Bade, Producers
A romantic farce about a happily married couple and the increasingly desperate
measures they take to get pregnant. Cast: Eric Price, Jennifer Flack, Dan Kinsella
About the Director: Crosby Selander is a Los Angeles based filmmaker. He received his MFA in Dramatic
Writing from Carnegie Mellon University in 2010, where he was the recipient of a Shubert Fellowship.
Recent honors include winning the 2013 Beijing International Screenwriting competition with his script You,
Me, Beijing?
4:30 - 9:00pm - Join us for a night at the museum...
Emmy award-winning animator/animation director, James Tim Walker, visits
the Appleton Museum’s IMAGIMATION Exhibit, where we will also screen the
documentary, The Brotherhood of the Popcorn, featuring Mr. Walker. Then it’s
www.AppletonMuseum.
on to a tour of the exhibit with Mr. Walker sharing insights and anecdotes of
working
on many of the films whose original images and props are on display. There will be a reception and
org
a talk-back to hear more about his extraordinary journey. Mr. Walker will debut his new book, Shaken Not
Broken, and share his first book, Drawings From The Left – get your signed copy.
 Must purchase tickets, in advance, at www.SpringsFilmFest.com!
6:00pm Chat with James Tim Walker and Woody Wise - this will be the only Q&A for this film.
6:00 - 9:00pm Reception with 8:00pm “Shaken Not Broken” Book Debut/Signing
The Brotherhood of the Popcorn
4:30pm & 9:00pm – Appleton Museum of Art Theatre
Documentary Feature
USA/84:00 mins.
Inda Reid, Director
Follow "The Cliffhangers", a group of senior citizens who have been meeting for over 35
years to watch and celebrate classic American films of the Golden Era. Their personal
stories, interwoven with clips of old films, scenes of historic Hollywood, and interviews
with movie industry professionals, such as Peter O’Toole and El Capitan organist Rob
Richards document an intimate, nostalgic look into movie history.
About the Director: Award-winning director, Inda Reid, has worked in nearly every facet of the film
industry: Director, Cinematographer, writer, actor, musician, producer and editor. Inda is the co-writer and
director of the original musical TV series entitled, Sunday Mornings, currently in development.
Kill Pen
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Kill Pen is an exploration of the criminal activity behind the underground horse
slaughter industry in America. With candid interviews, whistleblower footage and
underground video, Kill Pen investigates how and why unregulated horsemeat is
getting into the human food chain.
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Documentary Feature
Florida, USA/75:00 mins.
Sharon Boeckle, Director
The Right Person for the Job
Narrative Short - Comedy
France/7:30 mins.
Wilfried Meance, Director/Producer/Writer; Loic Gaillard, Writer
John, a recent unemployed 55 year-old waits feverishly for his interview at a job center.
Fortunately for John, Remi, his hot-tempered job counselor wants to end his work day
quickly. They were made for each other. Cast: Pablo Pauly, Philippe Du Janerand, Laure Hennecquart
About the Director: Wilfried is a 31-year-old director. After a cinema school in Paris, Wilfried created
Hilldale to produce short films and ads. He won several awards in international short film festivals. His films
deal with family drama and black comedy. He is now working on feature film projects.
Interwoven
Narrative Feature – Drama
USA/87:00 mins.
VW Scheich, Director; Uyen K. Le, Producer/Writer; Wey Wang, Cinematographer
Starring Academy Award winner Mo'Nique, Interwoven, is a drama interweaving 13
true life stories to create this tale of the fragile ties which connect us all. Many of the
talented cast members portray their own personal stories with homelessness, suicide,
death, and addiction. Cast: Mo’Nique Hicks, Brooke Burgstahler, Jon Eiswerth
About the Director: Interwoven is Scheich’s feature directorial debut. He wrote, directed and produced the
award-winning short, Wallenda, about Karl Wallenda’s first high-wire performance. Currently he is codirecting/producing the feature comedy, Basement Bob, about a man living in his ex-wife’s basement.
When Things Are Shitty
Animated Short Documentary
USA/7:00 mins.
Justin Sadler, Director; Sabrina Grimes, Cinematographer
Three college-age comedians discuss their random thoughts and how they take a difficult
or depressing situation and turn it on its head. Through comedy they take a different view
of the world and point out things most people don't notice.
Cast: Chelsea Holmes, Jess Ekdahl, Wray Manning
About the Director: Sadler started making films when he was hired in the video department at The Sports
and Arts Center at Island Lake, and began filming various theater, music, dance, and circus productions for
the camp. He’s a student at FSU’s College of Motion Picture Arts.
Read Me
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Clark Kemper, a 38-year-old high school drop-out, never learned how to read words due to
dyslexia, but he can read people. He developed this skill over a lifetime of navigating a
world he can’t understand, and he uses his sixth sense largely to protect himself. Cast:
Timothy Neil Williams, Jamie-Lyn Markos, Daniel Wachs
About the Director... Fred Zara is a Producer, Director, Editor and Writer. His 2009 feature documentary,
Average Community, won awards at film festivals in Orlando, Philadelphia and New York City. He is also a
Video Producer for the tech education start up, Treehouse.
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Narrative Feature - Drama
Fred Zara, Director/Writer; Aviva Christie, Producer
Their Last Ride: Thundering Hooves
7:00 – Balcony Theatre
Trailer/5:32 min
Arizona, USA
Neta Rhyne / M. Aku RoDriquez, Directors
Every year Neta, a Cherokee woman who descended from the “Trail of Tears,”
witnesses thousands of horses, burros and mules being hauled through Toyahvale
for their last ride to a place they were never meant to be. This is an unacceptable
ending for these majestic animals! Today Neta fights to bring awareness, through
multi-cultural participation and multi-discipline co-creation, to the many hardships
that horses face.
Capturing Wild Horses
Documentary Short / 38:00 mins.
Idaho, USA
DeSiree' Fawn, Director
Capturing Wild Horses brings us close to the wild horses living near Challis,
Idaho.
About the Director: DeSiree’ Fawn is a recent graduate of The New
School’s innovative MA in Media Studies program in New York City, where she focused in new
media and documentary studies.
American Outrage
Documentary Feature/75:00 mins.
Colorado, USA
Beth and George Gage, Directors
Two feisty Western Shoshone sisters fight for their land rights and human rights.
Life was hard but satisfying for Carrie and Mary Dann, who ranch on their ancestral
homestead in beautiful, until one morning in 1973, when the United States Bureau
of Land Management (BLM) informed the Danns that their animals were
trespassing on U.S. Public Land.
The Edge
Trailer / 3:00 mins.
South Carolina, USA
Julianne Neal, Director
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Bruce Anderson grew up on the West Indian islands of Trinidad and Tobago on his
family’s cocoa and coffee estate. He learned to ride on the estate and represented
his country on the National Show Jumping Team, before moving on to breeding
farms at home, in the U.K. and the U.S.
Reflections: Horses-n-Heroes
Documentary Short
Florida, USA/7:30 mins.
Alex Moy, Director; Natalia Moy, Chris Wims, Edge Brewing, Producers
Horses N Heroes is dedicated to providing an equine learning and mentoring
experience for young girls from families with extreme financial constraints. These
experiences foster self-esteem as the girls learn about responsibility,
team work, compassion, commitment and much more.
Blind Spot
9:00 – Main Theatre
Documentary Short
Canada/47:08 mins.
Stefan Morel, Director
This road movie travels off-road in a vision quest featuring 3 visually impaired
adventurers who journey by horseback into the heart of the Andes. The Andes provide
a mythical metaphor for everyday blindness in a powerful story of courage, survival and
love.
Wind Eaters: Keeping Up With The Kaimanawas
Documentary Feature
New Zealand/65:00 mins.
Amanda Wilson, Director
The Wilson sisters will be following the journey of their 10 wild Kaimanawas from the
May 2014 muster. They also saved 11 from slaughter in 2012.
Paradise Boys
9:00pm - Balcony
Narrative Short – Adventure/Comedy
USA/19:10 mins.
Anne Welles, Writer/Director/Producer; Barry J. Holmes, Director of Photography
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Eleven teenage boys find themselves alone in a post-apocalyptic world in a camp they
call 'Paradise.' Their daily searches for food and people are dangerous. When they find
some adult survivors they realize they're better off on their own.
Cast: Leah Borgese, Joshua Dinsdale, David Eye, Allan Gall, Jake Hirsch, Addison Janney, Leopold Liao,
Jordan Liddle, Joshua McCarthy, Danny Nash, Tommy Nash, Zack Nash, Chris Peuler, Ryan Pile, Andrew
Savage, Max Savage, Dave Thatcher, Marco Vasquez, Anne Welles
About the Director: Anne Welles is a writer/director/producer who specializes in bringing to life the quirky
worlds that originate in her brain, all inspired by her personal and professional studies of human behavior.
ZANJAS
Narrative Feature - Thriller/Western
Argentina & México/79:00 mins.
Francisco J. Paparella, Director; Matias LixKlett, Director of Photography
A portrait of Zamora, a rural worker exiled in Patagonia who tries to expiate his guilt in a
town that suffers femicides of teenagers thrown into ditches (zanjas), once dead. Cast:
Diego Alonso, Augusto Britez, Daniel Tisato, Cuca Lubones
About the Director: Francisco J. Paparella, born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is
focuses his work on the visceral sordidness and realism of life, stained with fiction. His
stories take place in Patagonia, where he was raised. Zanjas is his opera prima.
Day 4 - Thursday, April 7, Historic Marion Theatre
Sharing The Secrets
Student Documentary Short
USA/13:00 mins.
Drew Perlmutter, Director
A film millions of years in the making. The Tennessee, Alabama, and Georgia area is
home to the highest concentration of caves in the United States. This documentary
showcases these amazing ecosystems and the importance of conserving them.
Cast: Nancy Aulenbach, Brad Barker, Kirk Zigler, Amy Hinkle, Zane Holcomb
About the Director: Perlmutter is a fourth year student at UCF currently working on his BFA in Film.
Curious by nature, Drew is inspired by the exploration of the unknown and his infatuation with documentary
filmmaking has lead him to exercise his curiosity through this medium.
Land Of Leopold
USA/78:00 mins.
Akis Konstantakopoulos, Director; Chris Pinkalla, Drake Shannon, Writers
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Leopold is a troubled drifter with a bad past. Living in and out of prison, he is deemed
insane by the state. His search for redemption brings new, unlikely friends and an
adventure that tests his limits in a film about love, escape, America and the dreams
attached with all three. Cast: Scottie Thompson, Ray Wise, Chris Pinkalla
About the Director: Land of Leopold is Konstantakopoulos’ award-winning directorial
debut. Born and raised in Greece, Akis studied film at Harvard & cinematography at AFI. Director of
Photography on over 30 feature films; screened theatrically and at Cannes, Tribeca, SXSW and Sundance.
Thursday, April 7, Continues
Doki Doki
Student Short – Dark Comedy
China/13:30 mins.
Jiajun Li, Director/Producer/Writer; Yadi Li, Co-Director/Co-Producer
Sara, an eccentric girl, observes women who pick up condoms at her store. She
collects condoms, but never uses them. She insists that men are undependable
animals until the day she meets Jake. Cast: Xinlang Lu, Zhao Yi, Xuanquan Zhuang
About the Director: Jiajun Li is a Chinese student director, interested in thriller and romance films. His
topics mainly focus on the impact of non-linear narration. Jiajun’s previous film, Synesthesia, won an Award
of Merit in the 2015 International Family Film Festival.
Autumn Leaves
Student Short - Drama
Iran/4:00 mins.
Saman Hosseinpuor, Director/Producer/Writer; Rasoul Ahmadi, Exec. Producer
A little girl’s walk to school is interrupted by something ironic.
Cast: Kamand Amjadi, Ieila Soltani
About the Director: Born in Saqez, Kurdestan, Hosseinpuor started acting in Theater
at 14 years old. He started filmmaking in 2008. He is a director, cinematographer and
writer who lives in Iran.
Eulogy of Pini Gurevich
Israel/19:48 mins.
Jacob Nies-el, Director/Writer/Producer; Dan Vigdor, Producer
Yoni Kaplan, an actor in the beginning of his career, gets a bizarre job, to read a eulogy
written by the deceased in his own funeral. This odd job will change his life…
Cast: Dovale Glikman, Yehuda Barkan, Yahav Viner
About the Director: I was born in 1962, I am married and father of four (amazing) daughters. This film
hobby was something which I have dreamt of for a very long time. Amateurishly I have done some movies
and all my colleagues, friends and family consider me as very creative and producer person.
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Miles, naïve young man adrift, travels across the country to experience life to the
fullest in an effort to define himself. But upon taking a back road, Miles stumbles upon
a violent hit-and-run and the young boy who was left behind. Cast: Derek Torres, Isabella Choice, Greg
Watterson
About the Director: Raymond has always been engrossed by how the creation of whole worlds and
experiences could entertain and enlighten others, eventually finding the thrill of creating a story through the
lens of a camera and earning a BFA from FSU's College of Motion Picture Arts.
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USA/9:00 Mins.
Raymond Calderon, Director/Writer; Margarita Cooper, Producer/Editor
The Art of Villainy
Student Short – Supernatural/Crime Drama
United States/14:00 mins.
James Noir, Director/Writer; Bill Moseley, Executive Producer
From Executive Producer, Bill Moseley (House of 1000 Corpses, The Devil's Rejects, Repo!
The Genetic Opera, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2) comes a supernatural crime thriller
that follows an otherworldly criminal and the detective who has spent his entire career
chasing him. Cast: Augie Buttinelli, James Noir, Vincent DeMarco, Bill Moseley
About the Director... James Noir is a filmmaker of many faces based in Orlando, Florida. Graduating from
the University of Central Florida's limited-access Film BFA Production program, he aims to hit the ground
running head-on into the exponentially growing Film World.
At Last
USA/10:00 mins.
Anna Skrypka, Director/Producer/Writer; Don Gerardo Frasco, Cinematographer
A socially awkward middle-aged man must overcome his chronic anxiety and insecurities
when his online girlfriend unexpectedly turns up at his house with the clear intention to
have sex with him. At Last is a story of two lovely, but lonely, people looking for love.
Cast: Lee Schall, Charles Ancelle, Lisa Goodman
About the Director: Anna Skrypka is a Ukrainian-born filmmaker who moved to the US in 2010 after
obtaining a PhD in social sciences. At Last is her directorial début and was created as part of her MFA
Filmmaking program. Currently Anna is working as a director and producer in Los Angeles.
The Confrontation
USA/6:41 mins.
Kinley Rice, Director/Producer/Writer; Dale Frohman, Cinematographer
Having seen enough of their dad being mistreated by his boss, Matthew and Bella
Thomas, take matters into their own hands. Cast: Keziah Anderson, Lee Karlinsky, Ricky
DiMiao, Jason Anderson
About the Director: Kinley Rice has been appearing in front of the camera since she was 5, which fostered
a curiosity and love for all things related to creating film. She wrote The Confrontation when she was 7, and
spent more than a year convincing her parents to let her produce it.
Mousse
Sweden/35:00 mins.
John Heilberg, Director/Writer/Editor; Kjell Ahlund, Producer/Asst. Director
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About the Director: John Hellberg has worked as an editor since graduating from Stockholm Film School in
1999. He has turned his focus to writing and directing with a number of short films and documentaries.
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It's the year's biggest horse racing event and the betting center, Washington's Tobacco,
looks like the ultimate hit for some fast cash. Mousse is a man of pride and principles and
is fed up with living as a second-class citizen. Cast: Gunnar Ernblad, Jonas Ahlgren,
Lonely Souls of Microbes
Long-format Student Short – Romantic Drama
Russian Federation/35:00 mins.
Mikhail Romanovskiy, Director/Producer; Maxim Maximov, Writer
A person is constantly changing in every moment of their life and yet remains the same.
No matter how lucky, young, or even in love we are, we bear our loneliness inside at all
times. There is no escaping all the pain, lost hopes and disappointments. Cast: Artyom
Kluchnikov, Asya Domskaya, Tatyana Levina
About the Director: Romanovskiy was born in Otradny, Samara region (Russia). He graduated in ‘09 from
the Tyumen International Institute of Finance, Management and Business. In 2012, he participated in Higher
Courses of Script Writers and Film Directors Workshop “Feature Films”.
When Things Are Shitty
3:00pm – Balcony Theatre / Encore Screening
Animated Short Documentary
USA/7:00 mins.
Justin Sadler, Director; Sabrina Grimes, Cinematographer
Three college-age comedians discuss their random thoughts and how they take a difficult
or depressing situation and turn it on its head. Through comedy they take a different view
of the world and point out things most people don't notice.
Cast: Chelsea Holmes, Jess Ekdahl, Wray Manning
About the Director: Sadler started making films when he was hired in the video department at The Sports
and Arts Center at Island Lake, and began filming various theater, music, dance, and circus productions for
the camp. He’s a student at FSU’s College of Motion Picture Arts.
We Can’t Live Without Cosmos - 2016 Academy Award Nominee
Animated Narrative Short
Russian Federation/16:00 mins.
Konstantin Bronzit, Director/Writer
Two cosmonauts, two friends, try to do their best in their everyday training life to make
their common dream a reality. But this story is not only about the dream.
About the Director: Konstantin Bronzit was born in Leningrad, RSFSR, USSR. He is a
director & actor, known for Au bout du monde, Lavatory Lovestory & Alyosha Popovich i Tugarin Zmey.
Elephant King
Animated Student Short
China/10:21 mins.
Fu Yan, Director
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The Queen dreamed of an Elephant King with six ivory tusks. She coveted these
ivories to embellish her imperial seal. So she ordered a cunning Minister to hunt the
Elephant King.
About the Director: Fu Yan holds a Master’s Degree in Animation Creation from the Beijing Film Academy.
Trick or Treat
Animated Short
USA/5:30mins.
Debbie Stone, Director/Co-Producer/Writer; Bill Stone, Co-Producer
Mime, Mummy and Grim Reaper are trick-or-treaters working the neighborhood,
filling their bags with candy. It's Halloween as usual until they come to the old house
with no lights on. Cast: Connor McCammack, Gina Vitacco, Jessica Horwath, John
Maxwell, Nicole Kolar, Noah Pearson
About the Director: Debbie Stone has a degree in Communications and Theatre.
She spent a lot of time in very dark places, backstage or in editing suites. Once
bitten by the improv bug, the love of story took its hold, and the writer’s life of tag lines, log-lines, headlines,
dialogue and screenplays began.
Daewit
Animated Short
Germany/15 mins.
David Jansen, Director/Co-writer/Animator; Fabian Driehorst, Producer
A wolf child, a cat, an angel. Daewit is rescued from his violent father and
grows from a child to a man, among wolves. Weary of life, he embarks on
a mysterious journey to find his own identity.
About the Director: After school, Jansen became a plastic and caoutchouc technologies mechanic, before
interning at Columbia Tristar in script development and working for Sony Pictures. He studied animation at
Academy for Media Arts, Cologne with Raimund Krumme and Stéphanie Beaugrand.
Animation Hotline
Documentary Short
USA/7 mins.
Dustin Grella, Writer/Director/Animator; Chu Chi Lin, Producer/Animator
Animation Hotline is a series of over 150 crowd-sourced telephone answering
machine message that have been being animated since 2011. This documentary
collection focuses on real life stories. Cast: Sarah Rusnak, Thatcher Keats
About the Director: Grella is an animator and documentary filmmaker whose work pulls glimpses of
colorful insight into the seemingly mundane. He has screened at Cannes Film Festival, Sundance Film
Festival; won the Walt Disney Award at the Ottawa International Animation Festival.
Dartmoor Ponies: Final Round-Up
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Since the Bronze Age, ponies have roamed Dartmoor. They are the living,
breathing emblem of the moors. But that is all about to change. Years of
disagreement between farmers, and a lack of clear management is leading
towards an irreversible crisis for the ponies. Not your typical fairytale pony story.
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UK/11:09 mins.
Kathy Stringer, Director
One Day
Documentary Feature
USA/61:57 mins.
Victoria Racimo, Director
The story of famed thoroughbred, “Our Mims”, the 1977 Eclipse Award Champion 3year-old Filly. Jeanne Mirabito makes a "cosmic claim” on the horse and vows one
day she will “own” her. 21 years later, in the backfield of a cattle farm in Kentucky a
horse comes thundering toward her, rears up, kicks at her head and nearly kills her.
It’s “Our Mims”, no longer the champion she once was. Jeanne struggles to restore
her health and wins the right to adopt her. Together they form a bond that leaves
behind a legacy – “Our Mims Retirement Haven”. Written, produced and directed by
Victoria Racimo. "One Day" is a Palomino Entertainment Group production.
Silent Connection
Documentary Short
USA/12:00 mins.
Michael Travers, Director/Producer/Writer/Editor
Silent Connection is the story of Marc, a young man with special needs, and his work
with Marie Delmarle at Heavens To Horses. Over time, his fear of horses diminishes
and his confidence increases. Cast: Marc Adams, Marie Delmarle, Bruce Adams
About the Director: Michael Travers is an American filmmaker, born on January 19, 1965. An
astrophysicist/chemist by training, he transitioned into filmmaking and is currently working on documentary
films of scientific interest.
The Gaariwala
Narrative Feature
Bangladesh/1:16 mins.
Ashraf Shishir, Director/Producer/Writer; Shabbir Mahmood, Editor; Faridur Reza Sa
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This is the story of the indomitable dream of two young brothers, a divorcee mother and
their incredible car that has never been defeated. The story of human spirit, sufferings
and simple joy. Cast: Rokeya Prachy, Raisul Islam Asad, Masum Aziz, Kabbo, Maruf
About the Director... Ashraf Shishir is a Writer, Poet and Human Rights Activist from
Bangladesh. The Cart (The Gaariwala) received the prestigious Grant from the Govt. of
Bangladesh and screened in more than 66 International Film Festivals in 24 Countries.
Mark Emery Returns To The SSIFF!
Curiosity Stream SVOD
Documentary Short - Natural History
USA/40:00 mins.
Mark Emery, Writer/Director/Producer/DP; Tom Selleck, Narrator
Short stories highlighting three native Florida species. Look at a day in the life
of a manatee, a sneak peek into the winter life of a herd of Florida whitetail
deer, and a section of “North America” featuring the Silver River and Mark Emery and alligators.
About the Director: Emery was born in Florida and grew up wrestling alligators and milking rattlesnakes for
Ross Allen’s Reptile Institute. Emery lived for nine months in the swamp by himself. Natural History
filmmaking became his passion. He now splits his year between Alaska and Florida. He has been involved
in wildlife filmmaking for thirty years in over thirty countries working with the National Geographic Channel,
Discovery Channel and the BBC. He has won two Emmy’s for Cinematography, a Chris Award and Wildlife
Communicator of the year award.
The Everglades
Documentary Short - Natural History
USA/40:00 mins.
Zoltan Torak, Director/Producer/Writer; Mark Emery, Cinematography
An intimate portrait of The Everglades, a crystal clear shallow river flowing
slowly toward the sea, through the eyes of the animals that call this strange,
troubled, watery wilderness home. Shot over two years, with some never-before
filmed animal behaviors in this unique National Park.
About the Director: Zoltan Torak is a Hungarian filmmaker known for his stunning natural history films. His
most recent film Wild Hungary aired on the Discovery Channel. Zoltan is currently in the Arctic working on a
film highlighting lemmings at extreme temperatures.
Corrals To Competition
Documentary Feature
USA/69:07 mins.
Tory Kelly, Director
Oregon horse trainer, Stacey Riggs, prepares to compete in two separate Extreme
Mustang Makeover events. From a cold day in February to a warm July evening, the
film documents the 100 day process of gentling each wild mustang and transforming
them into willing partners. The catch is that at the end of each competition the horses
are placed in a competitive public auction and the highest bidder wins.
Return Of The Horse
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This remarkable film returns to Ocala and the SSIFF ’16. A ground-breaking
documentary about the science and history of America's native wild horse - the
Mustang, chronicles the North American horse as it became one of the most
significant animals in human history - the virtual engine of civilization. These animals move materials, plow
fields and propel large armies to victory. It returned home to America with Spanish conquistadors quickly readapting to its native habitat and developing into a distinct breed commonly known as the Mustang.
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7:00pm – Balcony Theatre / SSIFF’15 Encore Screening
Documentary Feature
USA/61:00 mins.
Sharon Eliashar & Leo Hubbard, Directors
Cornish Cowboy
Documentary Short
UK/10:48 mins.
Gareth Molan, Director
Based out of his ram-shackled farm in picturesque Cornwall, England, Dan Wilson is a
horse trainer, commonly referred to as a 'Horse Whisperer'. Using his remarkable
techniques, Dan breaks in and trains horses where other trainers have tried and failed.
Unbranded
Documentary Feature
USA/105:00 mins.
Phillip Baribeau, Director
16 mustangs, 4 men, 1 dream: ride border to border, Mexico to Canada, up the spine of
the American West. Four fresh-out-of-college buddies take on wild mustangs to be their
trusted mounts, and set out on the adventure of a lifetime. Their wildness of spirit, in
both man and horse, is quickly dwarfed by the wilderness they must navigate: a 3000mile gauntlet that is equally indescribable and unforgiving. In this American story of rugged independence,
UNBRANDED reveals the true interdependence of man, animal and nature. Cast: Ben Thamer, Thomas
Glover, Jonny Fitzsimons, Ben Masters, Val Geissler
Manhattan Film Institute Returns To The SSIFF! 
Manhattan Film Institute is a boutique conservatory with a world class faculty which
nurtures the aspirations and enriches careers for both budding and established artists.
Whether acting, writing, or directing, all students work side-by-side with industry
professionals. The faculty is as distinguished for their artistic accomplishments as they
are for their dedication to teaching. Each share the belief that by giving back they can
help guide, develop and assist future generations of storytellers.
Short Experimental Films
USA/96:00mins.
Full Disclosure
Shannon Goldman, Director; Blair Nichols, Writer; Cast: Angela K. Thomas, Alex Leonn
Breaking In
Wendy Makkena, Director; Cast: Ruth Coughlin, Tommy Dickie
Kiss the Girl
Mia Carroll, Director; Elyse Russell & Mia Carroll, Writers; Cast: Elizabeth Raetz, Dana Renée Matthews
Dominoes
Dallas Dodge, Writer/Director; Cast: Asher Grodman & Mayank Saxena
De Loba
Sean O'Keefe, Writer/Director; Cast: MaryAnn Hu, Brian Marchetti, Angela K. Thomas
Ladies Over Drinks
Sam Burbank, Director; Blair Nichols, Writer; Cast: Kate Hampton, Brittany Taylor Visser
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Tom Frank, Writer/Director; Cast: Tom Frank, Elizabeth Raetz, Brian Marchetti, MaryAnn Hu
More Manhattan Film Institute...
The Devil’s Timekeeper
Robert Mai, Writer/Director; Cast: Uju Enendu, Ken Anderson
The Girl
Dante Palminteri, Writer/Director; Cast: Nicholas Barasch, Nellie Spackman, Dante Palminteri
Survivors
Andrew Rodriguez, Director; Isaac Rathbone, Writer; Cast: Dameka Hayes, J Nycole Ralph
Turning Tables
Ruby Rose Makkena, Writer/Director; Cast: Ariel Eliaz, Stacey Weckstein
Pizza Girl
Kendrick Shoji, Writer/Director; Cast: Lisa Musgrove, Stacy Weckstein
Interrogation
Gregory Voigt, Writer/Director; Cast: Ariel Eliaz, Ashley Lovell, Marco Urbina
Precipice
Director: Oliver Orr; Writer: Diane Hall; Cast: Elise Hudson, Ashley Lovell and Robert Cervini
False Negative
Writer-Director: Daniella Pantoliano; Cast: Phoebe Dunn and Ariel Eliaz
Como, What?
Angela Oh, Director; Alet Taylor, Writer; Cast: Phoebe Dunn, Erica Camarano Kelly Wray, Ritchie Carchia, Doug Kim
Lipstick
Valeria Nunez, Director; Ruby Rose Makkena, Writer; Cast: Gigi Vallone, Nellie Spackman
For the Sake of Footage
Blair Nichols, Director; Eitan Sellinger/Blair Nichols, Writers; Cast: Frances Mitchell, Nick Barasch Tohon Jasdanwala
Plan of Attack
Jack Vitale, Director; Chloé Hayat. Writer; Cast: Frances Mitchell, Lisa Musgrove, Sam Jones
Inappropriate Behavior
Nikos Spiridakis, Director; Tony Spiridakis, Writer; Cast: Dimitri Spiridakis, Ruby Rose Makenna, Dante Palminteri
Fun Times
David Litner, Director; Alexis Beckley, Writer; Cast: Brittany Taylor Visser, Chelsea Gonzalez
Trash
Nikos Spiridakis, Director; Chloé Hayat, Writer; Cast: Nick Barasch, Kate Udall
Hidden
Alex Moy, Director; Chloé Hayat, Writer; Cast: Elise Sievert, Melissa Saint-Amand
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Shriekfest Horror Film Festival @ SSIFF’16! Thursday/Friday, 11:00pm, Main Theatre
Silver Scream Series Debut ...
The Peripheral
Narrative Short - Thriller
USA/11:00 mins
JT Seaton, Director/Writer/Editor; Kris Brown, Producer
Psychologist Dr. Redding attempts to help her patient, Kenny, overcome his irrational fear
of the creatures that he sees in his peripheral vision. Of course, the creatures are very
real - and very deadly. A discovery she makes all too late.
Cast: Lynn Lowry, Randy Frank
About the Director: JT began making horror movies in grade school with his father's super 8mm camera.
He attended California Institute of the Arts, receiving a MFA in Film Directing. Post-graduation, JT made
several award-winning shorts, as well as a feature. He also runs a horror film festival in New Orleans.
Clinger
Narriative Feature – Horror/Comedy
USA/81:00 mins.
Michael Steves, Director/Writer; Gabi Duncombe & Bubba Fish, Writers
When her possessive high school boyfriend dies in a gruesome accident, Fern Petersen’s
life is thrown into turmoil. Things go from bad to worse when he returns as a love-sick
ghost to kill her so they can be together for eternity.
Cast: Vincent Martella, Jennifer Laporte, Julia Aks
About the Director: Steves, a 25-year-old writer and director, premiered his first feature film, Clinger, at
Slamdance where it was bought for distribution by Osiris Entertainment. His second feature, horror-western,
West of Hell with Tony Todd, Michael Eklund and Lance Henriksen is now in post-production.
Day 5 - Friday, April 8, Historic Marion Theatre
In Pursuit of Peace
Documentary Feature
Canada/84:00 mins.
Garry Beitel, Director/Writer; Joseph Baron, Cinematographer
Follow four Canadians on the front lines of international peace initiatives in South Sudan,
Turkey, Congo and Iraq. Experience the challenges of their work and explore how their
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peace-building strategies are tested in this new 21 century paradigm of conflict resolution.
Cast: Kai Brand-Jacobsen, Andrew Marshall, Tiffany Easthom, Oumar Sylla
About the Director: For more than 25 years, Beitel, a Montreal based documentary filmmaker has created
probing portraits of individuals and communities for theatrical and broadcast release, winning national and
international awards. He works primarily in Canada – both in English and French.
Millie
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A farmer struggles to hold onto the memory of his wife when her treasured cow goes
missing in a storm. Cast: Guido Roncallo, Lynda Stein
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USA/7:00 mins.
Karli Windischmann, Writer/Director/Cinematographer
Friday, April 8, Continues
This Modern Man is Beat
USA/17:00 mins.
Alex Merkin, Director; Caity Engler, Producer; David J. Schroeder, Producer/Writer
In a world of cultural confusion and erroneous judgment, Habib bin Habib al Fulan sells his
guitar and reconciles with his wife. Cast: Jordi Vilasuso, Sheena Colette, Brad
Greenquist, Christina Senia, David Danello
About the Director: Alex Merkin is an American film director, screenwriter, producer, and editor. A New
York native hailing from the prestigious Boston University College of Communication, Merkin is noted as
being a "talent to watch" by Daily Variety.
RSVP
USA/13:00 mins.
Shannon Beeby, Director/Co-producer/Writer; Ryan Jonze, Exec. Producer
A Gay Widower attempts to fulfill his husband's final request: To spread his ashes on his
hometown beach, in the company of the family that disowned him.
Cast: Ryan Jonze, Lance R. Marshall
About the Director: Growing up in Pensacola, persuading neighborhood kids to partake in weeks-long
improvised dramas, Shannon knew her calling was to "play make believe". She loves the collaborative,
communal experience of filmmaking, and its profound ability to shape a person's perspective.
Coffin Cruisin’
USA/16:00 mins.
Brenton Richardson, Director; Joe Cornelius, Director of Photography
Charlotte-based Carolina Coffin Cruisers are a taboo-breaking, club of macabre
motorists. These creepy classic car enthusiasts convoy the Carolinas to share their
appreciation of hearses and all things Halloween.
Cast: The Carolina Coffin Cruisers
About the Director: From Gainesville, FL, Richardson studied television production at UCF and attended
the graduate program for documentary film at Wake Forest University. He currently produces multimedia for
the University of Florida Foundation and teaches a production class at Santa Fe College.
Mr. Yung
Narrative Short – Supernatural/Drama
USA/7:00 Mins.
Fred Potts, Director/Writer/Editor, Darian Moseley, Producer
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Jennifer is a young girl struggling with recurrent nightmares of the undead, while her
mother tries to convince her that the dreams are not reality. Cast: Hannah Howe,
Darian Mosley, Kalei Dacey
About the Director: Fred Potts is a USA/New Zealand Filmmaker. Fred does most of his filming in New
Zealand. He likes doing films on the lines of Alfred Hitchcock and Tales from the Crypt.
Strays
Narrative Short - Thriller
USA/29:30 mins.
Peter Morland Hutton, Writer/Director; Wayne Fugate, Director of Photography
In dark days not far from now, three lifelong friends and a captain set sail into the night to
escape from a small Chesapeake town afflicted with a secret. They make the most of their
night as they plot a course to the safety of an isolated lighthouse, pretending that tomorrow will never come.
Until it does. Cast: Skyler Day, Marque Richardson, Mark Furze, Jim Cody Williams
About the Director: A successful commercial writer/producer/director for over 15 years, Hutton is turning
his attention to creative filmmaking. His love of sailing and the Chesapeake Bay make his hometown of
Cape St. Claire the perfect setting for his first film project–a short thriller that takes place on the water.
Cowgirls
Documentary Short
USA/23:00 mins.
Sarah Briggs & Anna Carroll, Directors
Cowgirls is a portrait of a mother, Claudia Ogilvie, and her two adult daughters
Blue and Skye. The film is a window into the daily lives of these three working
women and their relationships with each other, their horses, and the landscape in which they live. It is an
exploration of what it means to be authentic, vulnerable, and strong, and ultimately what it means to truly be
a cowgirl.
It’s Reining
Documentary Short
USA/51:00 mins.
Natalia Elina, Director
Growing up in Southern California with the traditions of the California reined cow horse,
which emphasize lightness and finesse, Jon trained his first horse when he was just 10
years old and never looked back. For over thirty years he has successfully trained and
shown working cow horses and cutting horses, as well as his specialty, reining horses.
Jon uses his training programs to improve horses from a variety of disciplines. He holds 9 world and
national titles and trains non-pro riders and their horses to become competitive partners at NRHA shows,
continuing to share his enthusiasm for the sport, here in Florida.
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India/100:00 mins.
Rajeev Bhatia, Director/Producer
A simple love story under difficult circumstances, causes an old man to lose the respect
of his son. The film captures the abrasive fabric of a patriarchal society that places an
inordinate premium on honor, offering liberation only through another’s pain. Cast: Ravi
Chauhan, Yashpal Sharma, Nidhi Mahila
About the Director: Rajeev Bhatia is an alumni, a gold medalist from Dept. of ‘Indian Theatre’, P.U.
Chandigarh. He learnt film making from Sh. Ketan Mehta and Late Sh. Mukul S. Anand. He has directed
television shows for various producers and channels in India.
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Sabki Bajegi Band
Narrative Feature - Comedy/Drama
India/148:00 mins.
Anirudh Chawla, Writer/Director; Viraj Singh, Cinematographer
Based on true events, Sabki Bajegi Band, follows a filmmaker whose candid videos
of his film celebrity pals’ sensational confessions on sex, marriage and love expose
Bollywood’s notorious casting couch and the superstars’ scandalous affairs. Cast: Swara Bhaskar, Sumeet
Vyas, Alekh Sangal, Samarth Shandilya, Raj Yadav, Amol Parashar
About the Director: Anirudh Chawla is an Indo-Canadian filmmaker who also hosts a popular national radio
talk show, Anirudh llb, in Mumbai, India on 92.7big fm. His 2nd film, Balls, the shocking, sexually-explicit
sequel to Sabki Bajegi Band, recently premiered at the River to River Festival in Florence, Italy.
At Last
USA/10:00 mins.
Anna Skrypka, Director/Producer/Writer; Don Gerardo Frasco, Cinematographer
A socially awkward middle-aged man must overcome his chronic anxiety and insecurities
when his online girlfriend unexpectedly turns up at his house with the clear intention to
have sex with him. At Last is a story of two lovely, but lonely, people looking for love.
Cast: Lee Schall, Charles Ancelle, Lisa Goodman
Psychoanalysis
5:00pm - Balcony
Narrative Feature - Thriller
James Raue, Director/Writer; James Raue, Julia Kelly, Adam Wise, Producers
Psychoanalysis, follows Paul Symmonds, the country's top suicide prevention specialist.
Having lost five of his clients to suicide, in one week, his reputation is at stake and he
arranges for a documentary crew to follow him as he attempts to prove his clients were
murdered by a rival psych. Cast: Benedict Wall, Ryan O’Kane, Michael Whalley, Jennie Lee
About the Director: Psychoanalysis is James' debut feature as a director. As a writer he has been featured
by The Black List for his screenplays Psychoanalysis and The Imaginary Friend. He is a two time nominee
for the Foxtel Award for Exceptional New Talent, and two time Nichol Fellowship quarterfinalist.
The Confrontation
USA/6:41 mins.
Kinley Rice, Director/Producer/Writer; Dale Frohman, Cinematographer
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Having seen enough of their dad being mistreated by his boss, Matthew and Bella
Thomas, take matters into their own hands. Cast: Keziah Anderson, Lee Karlinsky, Ricky
DiMiao, Jason Anderson
About the Director: Kinley Rice has been appearing in front of the camera since she was 5, which fostered
a curiosity and love for all things related to creating film. She wrote The Confrontation when she was 7, and
spent more than a year convincing her parents to let her produce it.
Special Event Screening with Joe Pantoliano...
Canvas
USA/101:00mins.
Joseph Greco, Director/Writer
Canvas takes us to a small coastal town where contractor John Marino (Joe
Pantoliano) struggles to understand his wife, Mary (Marcia Gay Harden), when she
starts behaving strangely. Soon, a doctor's visit reveals her schizophrenia.
Cast: Joe Pantoliano, Marcia Gay Harden, Devon Gearhart
About the Director: Born in Hollywood, Florida, Greco attended Florida State
University's School of Motion Picture, Television and Recording Arts. “During the third week of shooting
(October 24, 2005), Hurricane Wilma ‘hammered us’ and almost shut down the production of the film.”
Curtis Takes a Wrong Turn
7:00pm – Balcony Theatre / Encore SSIFF’15 Screening
USA/15:00 mins.
Anne Wells, Director/Writer/Producer; Erynn Dalton, Executive Producer
Curtis wanders into a surreal little desert town where the locals are strange, but Curtis
doesn't notice. He stops for a drink and falls in love with a beautiful woman and will soon
discover that forever is a very long time.
Cast: Andy Holt, Anne Wells, Cory Barlog, Erynn Dalton, Greg Crowder, Janine Castle, Jordan Liddle
About the Director: Raised by Peace Corps parents in exotic locations like Turkey and Yemen, Anne
Welles is a writer/director/producer who specializes in bringing to life the quirky worlds that originate in her
brain, all inspired by her personal and professional studies of human behavior.
Love and Hostages
Narrative Feature - Romantic Comedy
USA/96:00 mins.
David A. Vargas, Director; Javier Mayol, Writer; David A. Vargas & Javier Mayol,
Editors
Michael and Ava meet at a bar, have a few too many drinks and wake up in the same
bed the next morning to discover their location on police lock-down. Cast: Randall Core, Natalie Stavola,
Carl Rimi, Sheena Colette, Jill-Michele Meleán
About the Director: David A. Vargas is an award winning producer and director in Miami, FL.
He is the founder of Penilican Pictures, which for nearly a decade has produced for clien ts
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such as HBO, PBS, McDonalds and Yahoo! This is his feature film directorial debut.
Polyfaces
Documentary Feature
USA/90:00mins.
Lisa Heenan & Isaebella Doherty, Directors
Joel Salatin, a self-described “Christian-libertarian-environmentalist-capitalistlunatic-Farmer” uses his 500 acre farm to turn traditional farming on its ear. On the
other side of the planet, Darren J. Doherty, Lisa Heenan and their 3 children,
Isaebella, Pearl and Zane, work to regenerate communities, landscapes, farms and most importantly,
soils. The farm is Polyface Farms, the film is Polyfaces, and together they challenge our world view.
About the Directors: During her 30 years as an actor in film, TV, commercials, corporate videos, Lisa
Heenan endeavored to learn something every time she was on set. An accomplished singersongwriter, Lisa wrote the song, Early in the Morning, which is featured in Polyfaces. Isaebella
Doherty is a 22 year old International award-winning filmmaker.
Described by The Hollywood Reporter as "one of the world's best" film schools, the Fiske Guide to
Colleges as "one of the top motion picture schools in the nation," and recognized by the Directors Guild
of America for its "distinguished contribution to American culture through the world of film and
television." The faculty comprises award-winning industry experts with a combined 400+ feature film
credits who share a gift for teaching students the art, craft and business of storytelling in the motion
picture industry.
9:00pm – Balcony Theatre 
Student Film Showcase
USA/96:00 mins.
Built to Serve / Dylan Chase, Director - 2:13
An on-the-run service-robot gets his leash yanked when the only thing between him and freedom is a little girl and her
dead dog.
Rehearsal / Jennifer Silver, Director; Sara Corkern, Cinematographer - 5:58
Kate, a young theatre director, struggles to find the balance between life and art during a rehearsal for The Tragedy of
Julius Caesar. Cast: Rebeca Robles, Ian Bossung
Miles Away / Corey Crumpacker, Director - 8:21
Along his journey on the road unknown, Miles, an aimless, naïve musician, stumbles upon the unexpected: his
guitar…some bizarre characters…but mostly his guitar. Cast: Steven Carter, Austin Cassel, Tom Siedle
Amanda and the Hare / Emily Mills, Jared Hopkins, Directors 11:58
Lasting Marks / Logan Shye, Director - 3:13
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Home from World War II, a grieving sailor steps into a tattoo parlor to preserve the love he has for an exotic beauty.
Cast: Casey Leach, Steve Aaron
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“Dust Bunny” art doll maker, Amanda Louise Spayd, gives insight into her process and personal struggles.
More Best of FSU...
Somewhere To Be / Nick DeCell, Director - 15:13
Margaret has everything figured out, until her plans are derailed by a wide-eyed wanderer, forcing her to do the one
thing she hates most: improvise. Cast: Lilly Wilton, Rane Jameson
A Skeleton Named Oliver / Clara Diez, Director - 8:46
In search of the beauty and life he feels his world lacks, a skeleton ventures into a new world, only to find what he
searched for existed amongst the dead all along. Cast: Michael Cleary
Emma Inspired / Nicole Machon, Director; Jamie Rice, Cinematographer - 12:22
Emma is a 23-year-old college grad with few ambitions and even less motivation. But she’s trying to get it together, even
if no one can tell. Cast: Chelsea Holmes
Plantado / Justin Burt, Director - 7:28
In 1962, Jose Pujals Mederos was sentenced to death by Castro's regime. Fifty-three years later, Jose shares the
powerful story of his miraculous journey home. Cast: Jose Pujals Mederos
The Bird and The Bee / Susan Curry, Director - 1:08
A bumble bee, enamored by the beauty of a passing bird, seeks a way to win her affection, but he will soon discover not
everything is as it seems and love can sometimes sting.
Trail Angel / Mary Jeanes, Director - 6:43
Yesterday, Tigg began a thousand-mile hike - pretty ambitious for a first-timer. Especially when her partner realizes
she's green, and cuts her loose. Cast: Gaby Moldovan, Pablo Gonzales, Ann Veillon
Isa and the Frog Prince / Yingxiang Huang, Director - 14:15
After Isa tells her class she believes her frog is an enchanted prince, a bully and his gang challenge her to prove it.
Cast: Julia Jordan, Christian Fasce
Silver Scream Series Continues...
The Smiling Man
Narrative Short - Horror
USA/7:00 mins
AJ Briones, Director
A little girl, home alone, finds herself face-to-face with pure evil. The Smiling Man is a
twisted take on a "boy meets girl" story; an allegory about a woman's introduction to the
world of men. “Official Selection” in more 32 festivals worldwide, with 8 wins and
counting!” Cast: Abbi Chally, Mellisa Chally, Strange Dave
About the Director: AJ has over 13 years of film and games experience with an emphasis on animation,
motion capture and visual storytelling. In 2007, AJ moved to Los Angeles to animate on Mummy: Tomb of
the Dragon Emperor, then led the creation of key action sequences for James Cameron on Avatar.
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When a mysterious letter is found hidden inside a family’s new home, the family hires,
Sam, a struggling filmmaker, to capture evidence of the supernatural events plaguing their
young daughter. What starts out as a simple paranormal investigation leads to one long,
terrifying night. Isolated and alone with a dark force identified as, Emily, Sam and his
cameras are taken on a digital journey through the unknown and beyond.
Cast: Christopher Carullo, Piper Rae Patterson, Shannon Michael Wamser, Autumn Rae Shannon
About the Director: Zachary Beckler is a Florida-born Filmmaker and graduate of the UCF BFA and MFA
Film Program. He is currently a full-time Lecturer of Film at UCF in the School of Visual Art and Design.
Other films include the shorts Séance and Where Is Alice?
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Narrative Feature - Horror
USA/82:00 mins.
Zachary Beckler, Director/Writer/Producer; Jon Arthur Bowen, Cinematographer
“See the world from the edge of your seat!”
CINEMAGIC at SSIFF’16, Saturday, April 9
Li’l Herc
11:00am – Main Theatre
Trailer
Portugal/3:00 min
Beatrice Bulteau & Suzanne Kopp-Moskow, Directors
Li'l Herc is based on a live Lusitano ("Hercules"); created for the enjoyment
of folks of all ages by Suzanne Kopp-Moskow and Beatrice Bulteau.
Reflections: Horses-n-Heroes
11:00am – Main Theatre / Encore Screening
Documentary Short
USA/7:30 min
Alex Moy, Director; Natalia Moy/Chris Wims/Edge Brewing, Producers
Horses N Heroes is dedicated to providing an equine learning and mentoring
experience for young girls from families with extreme financial constraints. The horses
are donated and the girls learn all aspects of horsemanship...
Cowgirls 'N Angels: Dakota's Summer Starring James Cromwell
11:00am – Main Theatre
Narrative Feature - Family
USA/91:00 mins.
Timothy Armstrong, Director
Ida, a feisty young girl, dreams of one day finding her father, a rodeo rider, whose
identity her mom has kept from her. While searching for her dad at a local rodeo, Ida
meets the Sweethearts of the Rodeo, a team of young female trick riders run by
cowboy legend Terence Parker. Terence discovers that Ida is the grand-daughter of a friend who passed
away years before, so he decides to help her. Ida joins the Sweethearts in hopes to find her father, but
discovers much more – an enduring love for horses. Cast: James Cromwell Jackson Rathone, Bailee
Madison
We Can’t Live Without Cosmos - 2016 Academy Award Nominee
11:00am – Balcony Theatre / Encore Screening
Animated Narrative Short
Russian Federation/16 minutes
Konstantin Bronzit, Director/Writer
Two cosmonauts, two friends, try to do their best in their everyday training life to make
their common dream a reality. But this story is not only about the dream.
AstroSamantha: The Space Record Woman
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Samantha Cristoforetti, the “Space Record Woman,” makes her spaceflight to the
International Space Station. She has spent the most time and the highest number
of consecutive days in Space. Cast: Samantha Cristoferetti, Anton Skaplerov, Terry Virts
About the Director: Chief Executive Officer of Morol, Gianluca Cerasola, collaborates with Media and TV
around the world, producing documentaries, Television and Film content for International Markets.
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11:00am – Balcony Theatre
Documentary Feature
Italy/80:00 mins.
Gianluca Cerasola, Director/Producer
Saturday, April 9, Continues
The Best of the Marion County Student Media Festival at SSIFF’16
1:00pm – Main Theatre - Marion County Student Media Showcase
Since 2001 the Marion County School System has
hosted a yearly student media festival to provide a
platform to recognize and celebrate one of Marion
County’s best kept secrets - the success of her student
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filmmakers. As part of the program, 1 place winners
are broadcast on Comcast, Bright House and Cox
cable companies in addition to the county’s education
channel. The winners advance to regional competition
and if they win there they advance to state competition in Orlando. Last year alone, Marion County
students submitted 339 videos; placed more videos at state competition and had more state winners than
any other county in Florida! It’s true. In fact, it’s been true for 13 consecutive years. That’s right, for over a
decade, Marion County’s young filmmakers have dominated state competitions against metropolises like
Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville and Miami. This year’s festival takes place at 7:00pm, Friday, April 8 at
West Port High School. See the best of the Student Media Festival at SSIFF’16 on Saturday, April 9.
Trick or Treat
Animated Short
USA/5:30 mins.
Debbie Stone, Director/Co-Producer/Writer; Bill Stone, Co-Producer
Mime, Mummy and Grim Reaper are trick-or-treaters working the neighborhood,
filling their bags with candy. It's Halloween as usual until they come to the old house
with no lights on. Cast: Connor McCammack, Gina Vitacco, Jessica Horwath, John
Maxwell, Nicole Kolar, Noah Pearson
Dancing with Gene Kelly
Katharine Rogers, Director/Writer; Amanda Asquith, Producer
Six year old Eliza has a marvelous dream that one day she will dance with legendary
film star Gene Kelly. Cast: Clementine Bell
About the Director: Katharine is an award-winning writer/director whose work as a filmmaker
encompasses comedy, drama and documentary genres. Her work has screened at festivals in Australia,
the UK, US and Canada.
Imagine Me and You
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Upon learning that her identical twin sister, Elaine, has terminal cancer, 80 year-old
Mary hatches a plan to break them out of their retirement home and takes them on
an adventure they will never forget. Cast: Katherine McKalip
About the Director: Allie recently graduated with her MFA in Film and Television Production from New
York University - Tisch Asia, in Singapore. She is currently based in Los Angeles where she is working in
post production with the ultimate goal of becoming an editor.
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USA/16 mins.
Allie Mills, Director/Executive Producer/Writer
The Red Thunder
1:00pm - Balcony Theatre
Narrative Short - Action/Comedy
Spain / 7:00 mins.
Alvaro Ron, Director/Writer/Producer; Patrick Rousseau, Cinematographer
Sarah, a nerdy teenager, needs her mom's new car to go on a date with the boy she
likes, but her mom won't let her drive the vehicle. She decides to steal it and go on
her date, but something unexpected happens with the car that will change Sarah's life
forever. Cast: Allie Grant, Miles Heizer
About the Director: Alvaro Ron is a globe-trotting filmmaker and storyteller who has lived on all five
continents. This diverse world view has given him a different perspective about our planet and taught him
that telling stories is essential in every society and builds global understanding.
Silent Connection
Documentary Short
USA/12:00 mins.
Michael Travers, Director/Producer/Writer/Editor
Silent Connection is the story of Marc, a young man with special needs, and his work
with Marie Delmarle at Heavens To Horses. Over time, his fear of horses diminishes
and his confidence increases. Cast: Marc Adams, Marie Delmarle, Bruce Adams
About the Director: Michael Travers is an American filmmaker, born on January 19, 1965. An
astrophysicist/chemist by training, he transitioned into filmmaking and is currently working on
documentary films of scientific interest.
Finless
USA/7:43 mins.
Gabriel Souza, Director/Producer
Since the creation of skimboarding in the 1960’s, it has yet to be seen as a serious and
competitive sport. From dropping a board on wet sand to wrapping a wave and riding it as if you were
surfing, the sport has more to it than most would think. Cast: Dylan Stossel, RJ Verneia, Robbie Morris
About the Director: Brazilian born filmmaker Gabriel Souza, is an Animation and Digital Arts student in
the College of Motion Picture Arts at FSU. His passion lives behind the computer: Animation, graphic
design, coding, and gaming are a few of his interests in that realm.
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In a historic square in Rome, Mirko plays soccer with friends, while Luana awaits his
father. A boy and a girl similar and different at the same time, they know and like each
other right away until an unexpected discovery halts their budding friendship.
Cast: Maria Elena Schiorlin, Gabriele Sgrignuoli
About the Director... Isabella Salvetti was born, lives and works in Rome. She holds a MFA from La
Sapienza University of Rome and an acting diploma at the” Beatrice Bracco” Academy.
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Narrative Short – Comedy
Italy/6:00 mins.
Isabella Salvetti, Director; Nicola Guaglianone, Producer
Spider-Man Lives: A Miles Morales Story
Narrative Short - Superhero
United States/9:00 mins.
Ivan Kander, Director; Chad Horn, Producer; Joe Tyler, Director of Photography
In the wake of Peter Parker's death, will Miles Morales find the courage to put on the
mask and become Spider-Man? Cast: Demetrius Stephens and the Misfits of Mayhem
stunt team
About the Director: Ivan Kander is a Washington, DC based filmmaker who wanted to see Miles Morales
brought to the big screen and teamed up with his friends at Bard Tales Productions to make it happen.
Special Event Screening with Joe Pantoliano...
The Goonies
Narrative Feature - Adventure/Comedy
USA/114:00 mins.
Richard Donner, Director; Steven Spielberg/Chris Columbus, Writers
This cult favorite features a band of pre-teens who live in the "Goon Docks"
neighborhood of Astoria, Oregon who attempt to save their homes from demolition, and
in doing so, discover an old Spanish map that leads them on an adventure to unearth
the long-lost fortune of One-Eyed Willy, a legendary 17th-century pirate. All along the way, a family of
treasure-seeking criminals add more chaos – and fun – to the adventure. Our special guest, actor Joe
Pantoliano, created one of the film’s favorite characters in the iconic, Francis Fratelli. After shooting this
cult favorite, Director Richard Donner observed, “The annoying thing was the lack of discipline, and that
was also what was great. What came out of them was instinct and it was beautiful.”
142 Miles From Monday
Documentary Short – Sport/Adventure
USA/9:00 mins.
Alex Witkowicz, Director/Producer
Follow three mountain bikers riding the legendary Kokopelli Trail in the high
mountain desert; a place they’ll find is often unpredictable and unforgiving, but
one that reveals lessons for those who explore its lonely landscapes.
The Little Firemen
Documentary Feature
Peru/70:00mins.
Quincy Perkins, Director/Producer/Writer; Anne O’Shea & Brian Quattrini, Producer
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The Little Firemen (Los Bomberos) follows a group of young men who leave their
families for months at a time to work as mechanics and life savers for stranded
truckers along a treacherous stretch of road deep in the Andes Mountains between.
About the Director: Born and raised in Key West, Florida, Quincy Perkins came from a very creative
background. His mother was a museum designer and his father a smuggler. He graduated from the
prestigious Deerfield Academy, studied at Hobart and William Smith Colleges, NYU and Yale University.
DAY 7 - Sunday, April 10, 1:00pm - 6:00pm - Encore Screening of the
The Downtown Business Alliance presents this festival favorite!
Best of the Fest tends to sell out, so be sure to get your tickets for this encore
screening of all our 2016 SSIFF Award Winning films. The films screen in two
blocks with a 15 minute intermission.
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 Filmmaker attendance is confirmed at time of calendar’s completion & subject to change without notice.
 Short subjects are presented before select programs. Titles are subject to change without notice.
 Screenings are followed by informative Q & A sessions with attending filmmakers as time allows.
Special Interest Film Series
The majority of the festival is programmed from general submissions. We also offer
"special interest film series" to showcase certain films that target issues and ideas
specific to our community. By programming these “special interest series,” we offer
filmmakers and their audiences a richer festival experience.
Green Screen celebrates the rich natural treasures that make Ocala/Marion
County a vital and vibrant center for environmental concerns and eco-friendly
tourism. These films serve to increase public awareness by presenting issues
and ideas that impact our planet – literally, in an engaging, enlightening format.
Thursday, April 7
Curiosity Stream SVOD – documentary feature with Mark Emery
7:00pm / main theatre
Polyfaces - documentary feature with Lisa Heenan
Fresh Squeezed goodness, locally grown in the Sunshine State. We are proud
to feature films made in Florida and dedicated to supporting local filmmakers.
We strive to highlight the best of the Sunshine State to encourage filmmakers
from all over the world to take advantage of the natural resources and exceptional
hospitality that Ocala/Silver Springs, Marion County, Florida has to offer.
Wednesday, April 6
Millie - short
Flying Again - documentary feature
1:00pm / Balcony Theatre
When Things Get Shitty - animated short
Read Me - narrative feature
7:00pm / Main Theatre
Thursday, April 7
Curiosity Stream SVOD - documentary feature with Mark Emery
Friday, April 8
The Confrontation - student short
Canvas - feature with Joe Pantoliano
Curtis Takes A Wrong Turn - short
Love and Hostages - narrative feature
The Best of FSU - student shorts
Saturday, April 9
L’il Herc - narrative trailer
Violence
Drugs
Language
Nudity
Adult Situations
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VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISORY: Festival screenings do not require MPAA ratings. Some films may include
strong images, violence and/or language and may not be suitable for all audiences. VIEWER DISCRETION IS
ADVISED. Such language, images and situations are noted in this catalog with each film’s listing, where applicable,
following the film’s title. Content advisories:
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11:00am / main theatre
Saturdays at SSIFF are for kids - big and small. Cinemagic offers a diverse
program devoted to widening your family's viewing experience beyond animated
tales, talking animals and adult inside jokes. The Cinemagic Series is a unique
collection of films from around the globe, including feature-length narrative,
documentary, short, animated and student films.
Saturday, April 9
We Can’t Live Without Cosmos - animated short
AstroSamantha - documentary feature
Best of Marion County Media Awards - local student showcase
11:00am / balcony theatre
1:00 / main theatre
Trick or Treat, Dancing With Gene Kelly - short films
Imagine Me and You, Red Thunder,
Silent Connection, Finless, Two Left Feet,
Spiderman Lives: A Miles Morales Story
1:00 / balcony theatre
The Goonies - feature w/Joe Pantoliano
3:00pm / balcony theatre
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142 Miles from Monday - documentary short
*The Little Firemen - documentary feature
Ocala's iconic Horse Fever* project is celebrated through this equine film
series, by presenting equine-themed films. Horse Fever presents enlightening
and inspiring images of horses and horse lovers. Our continuing partnership
with NYC’s esteemed, Equus Film Festival, provides the world’s best equine
films for our Horse Fever Series.
* Horse Fever: A public art project of Marion Cultural Alliance, Ocala, FL. 2001-2014
Wednesday, April 6
Kill Pen - documentary feature
Their Last Ride, Capturing Wild Horses
American Outrage, The Edge
- short films
Reflections - documentary short
Blind Spot - documentary short
Windeaters - documentary feature
Thursday, April 7
Dartmoor Ponies - documentary short
One Day - documentary feature
Corrals to Competition - documentary short
Return of the Horse - documentary feature, SSIFF Encore Screening
Cornish Cowboy - documentary short
Unbranded - Cannes Official Selection documentary feature
Friday, April 8
Cowgirls - documentary short
It’s Reining - documentary feature
Saturday, April 9
Reflections - documentary short
Winnie Award-winner
The Silver Scream Series makes its debut SSIFF 2016. SSIFF
welcomes our Horror film fans as we celebrate a new partnership
with L.A.’s famed Shriekfest Horror Film Festival, now in its 15th year. Shriekfest is counted
among the world’s best genre festivals and we proudly showcase the most recent Shriekfest
award-winning films for a late-night treat!
Thursday, April 7
The Peripheral - narrative short
Clinger - narrative feature
Friday, April 8
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The Smiling Man - narrative short
Interior - narrative feature
SSIFF Exclusive Festival Events
DAY 1 - Monday, April 4 – Reception/Press Event - Pi On Broadway
5:30PM - 7:30PM - SSIFF will host a Welcome Reception and “Press Event” at one of Downtown Ocala’s
favorite spots - Pi on Broadway. This will be a great opportunity to mix and mingle with fellow festivalgoers and learn about what the 2016 festival has to offer. Local alumni from our opening night film, the
Elvis classic Follow That Dream, will be on hand to share their memories from their time on set with “The
King”. It’s a great way to kick off your week with us at the SSIFF!
DAY 2 - Tuesday, April 5 - OPENING NIGHT – Downtown Ocala
It’s time to “Rock & Reel”
“Food, Fun. Bobby Socks. Elvis Movie. Downtown Rocks!”
4:30pm - 8:45pm - Ocala’s Downtown Merchants are among our favorite festival partners and
together with the City of Ocala we will treat you to an Opening Night like no other. Historic Downtown
Ocala will be decked out for a Sock Hop on the square, complete with Vintage Cars framing the square,
Duke Energy’s Photo Booth and Q 92.9 spinning the records. Participating merchants offer delicious
bites and festive drinks to help you hop ‘til you drop. Elvis impersonators will be on hand, challenging
party-goers to an Elvis dance off, and we’ll be checking out “your look” and awarding great prizes for best
costumes and best Elvis moves. So dig out your duds (Google Sandra Dee and Bobby Darin
) and
join us!
9:00pm - 11:00pm - Follow That Movie... to the Historic Marion Theatre where Duke Energy
welcomes you to our Opening Night film, the Elvis classic, Follow That Dream. So grab a box of
popcorn, wrap your sweater around your shoulders and get ready for a nostalgic trip to 1960s Florida!
DAY 3 - Wednesday, April 6 - Events
4:30 - 9:00pm - Join us for a night at the museum... The Appleton Museum of Art hosts
Emmy award-winning animator/animation director, James Tim Walker, as part
of the Museum’s IMAGIMATION Exhibit, where we will also screen the
documentary, The Brotherhood of the Popcorn,featuring
Mr. Walker. Then we’re off on a walking tour of the exhibit with Mr. Walker as he shares insights and
anecdotes of working on many of the films whose original images and props are on display. There will be
a reception and an opportunity to hear more about his extraordinary journey, and Mr. Walker will debut
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his new book, Shaken Not Broken. Tim will also share his 1 book, Drawings From The Left – be sure to
join us and get your signed copy.
Must purchase tickets in advance at www.springsfilmfest.com!
4:30pm & 9:00pm The Brotherhood of the Popcorn – feature
6:00pm Chat with James Tim Walker and Woody Wise - this will be the only Q&A for this film.
6:00 – 9:00pm Reception - 8:00pm “Shaken Not Broken” Book Debut/Signing
*VIP Event for Pass/Invitation Holders Only
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Walk the red carpet and celebrate SSIFF16 with Preview Sponsor, CBC National Bank,
your new community bank. CBC will give you the star treatment with delightful hors
d'oeuvres, libations and live music to dance the night away among the stars. Discover
how CBC has joined together two community banks, as one, to better serve you.
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8:00pm until... CBC National Bank Preview Sponsor Party at The Brick!
DAY 4 - Thursday, April 7 - Events
11:00am - 1:00pm/Trilogy at Ocala Preserve - Meet the Filmmakers
when Trilogy at Ocala Preserve celebrates visiting Australian filmmaker, Lisa Heenan, with a delectable
farm-to-table, small-plate luncheon. Lisa’s documentary film, Polyfaces, is bringing the Regenerative
Agriculture Revolution to the world. Join Lisa and the day’s filmmakers for this scrumptious tasting to
learn more about their work.
 Must RSVP to 352.402.3100 by April 1st to attend.
Ocala Utility Services’ Presenting Sponsor Gala at The Brick City Center for the Arts
7:30 – 9:30pm Ocala Utility Services invites you to join them on the Patio at The Brick City Center
for the Arts for music, spirits and light refreshments that are simply electric!
 VIP Event - Pass/Invitation Holders Only
“It’s On!” with Ocala Utility Services at The Brick.
Feel the local downtown vibe.
3:30pm - 6:00pm/Dassance Fine Arts Center - IDEA TO STORY: No Kidding, Me Too!
Kids Central, Inc. presents this special screening of actor, Joe
Pantoliano’s documentary directorial debut followed by a Q&A with
the filmmaker. No Kidding... examines and engages the stigma and
shame of mental/brain “dis-ease” (or disease), shedding light on
what 100 million Americans suffer with in isolation.
SunTran shuttles provided for visiting filmmakers – details at The Brick
 Kids Central Ticket Holders receive priority seating – seats available to the public as available.
DAY 5 - Friday, April 8 – Events
6:30pm - 7:00pm - Marion Theatre – The Centers presents a Red Carpet
Meet & Greet with special guest, Joe Pantoliano (The Matrix, The Sopranos, Bad
Boys, The Fugitive and more)!
7:15pm - 9:00pm/The Marketplace on Broadway – Join Trilogy at
Ocala Preserve for this special evening and enjoy a light snack and libations with
Australian filmmaker, Lisa Heenan, then follow Lisa to the Marion Theatre for the
screening of her award-winning documentary feature, Polyfaces.
*Open Event – free to the public.
8:45pm - 10:00pm/The Brick – The Centers presents a VIP Party in honor of SSIFF 16 special
guest Joe Pantoliano and his film Canvas. The evening includes a meet and greet
and talk-back with the actor.
Must purchase tickets to this event, in advance, at www.springsfilmfest.com!
9:30pm until... Downtown Square - Concert – CBC National Bank and Ocala Film
FREE TO THE PUBLIC!
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 VIP seating is available to Canvas VIP Party ticket holders and all SSIFF pass-holders and volunteers.
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Foundation present Tower of Power/Average White Band lead singer, Brent Carter and renowned
musician, Mo Pleasure (Current Music Director for Sting; Ray Charles’ Orchestra; Earth, Wind & Fire)
comes together to rock the square.
DAY 6 - Saturday, April 9 – Events
2016 Awards Ceremony and Closing Festivities
Saturday, April 9, 6:30pm - 12:00am
Magnolia Avenue in front of the historic Marion Theatre
Be there when we announce our festival award winners!
Join the paparazzi on the red carpet, as we congratulate and
celebrate our filmmakers and their cast and crew. Then sit
down to an evening of delectable food design from ten of
Ocala’s top chefs and innovative table décor from the area’s
most eclectic designers. Stick around and you’ll be dancing
with the stars of SSIFF ‘16 to the sounds of Motown & More
featuring the Rick Melvern Band!
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 All SSIFF programs are subject to an admission charge, unless otherwise noted.
2016 DREAM2SCREEN Program
Scholarship/Grant/Eductional Opportunities
Through our non-profit partner, the Ocala Film
Foundation, SSIFF provides scholarships to area
students interested in the media arts and
classroom grants to provide and upgrade
necessary resources for our Ocala, Marion
County, FL schools, as well as educational
opportunities throughout the festival.
In our first two years, the Ocala Film Foundation gifted/designated nearly $15,000.00 in
classroom grants and scholarships. The scholarship/classroom grant breakdown for
2016 includes:
• Any Marion County, FL video production teacher may apply for a $2500 classroom
grant through PEFMC Grants for Great Ideas for supplies and equipment.
• Free submissions for all local Ocala, Marion County, FL student/instructor work to be
considered for screening during the Silver Springs International Film Festival.
• Two $2000 scholarships are offered, through PEFMC, to any Ocala, Marion County,
FL students furthering their studies in film/media production.
• Manhattan Film Institute and the OFF offer a $1,000 scholarship for one Marion
County student to attend the MFI summer session. www.ManhattanFilmInstitute.com
• Opportunities are available for Ocala, Marion County, FL students to attend the SSIFF
as a field trip. Schedule your trip and get the Festival Experience.
• SSIFF offers seminars featuring professionals from every area of filmmaking. These
seminars are scheduled throughout the festival and free to everyone.
• You and/or your students can earn volunteer hours by helping with the festival.
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Ocala Film Foundation Grants and Scholarships are administered through the Public
Education Foundation of Marion County. For more information visit www.pefmc.org
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Scholarships/Grants/Incentives made possible through our partnership with...
Awards/Incentives
SSIFF Lifetime Achievement Award – This award celebrates artists who, during their lifetimes, have
made creative contributions of lasting, defining significance to the field of filmmaking.
The Bruce Mozert Legacy Award. Bruce Mozert received the festival’s first Lifetime Achievement
Award at the 2015 Festival. In the summer of 2015, prior to Mr. Mozert’s passing, the Ocala Film
Foundation board voted unanimously to name this award for this prolific and respected local/national
artist.
The “Fresh Squeezed” Award for Best Florida Made Feature. In addition to the “statue”, this
Award includes a cash incentive of $7,000; reimbursement (up to $500) of travel/lodging expenses to
attend the 2016 SSIFF.
The “Fresh Squeezed” Award for Best Florida Made Short. In addition to the “statue”, this
Award includes a cash incentive of $1,000; reimbursement (up to $250) of travel/lodging expenses to
attend the 2016 SSIFF.
Best Student Short. In addition to the “statue”, this Award includes a cash incentive of $1,000;
reimbursement (up to $250) of travel/lodging expenses to attend the 2016 SSIFF.
Best Feature  Best Documentary Feature  Best Short  Best Documentary Short
Audience Choice – Best Feature  Audience Choice – Best Short
Creativity Springs Eternal In “Hollywood East...” Silver Springs!
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In the late 19th century, the park
became a tourist destination for
Northerners following the Civil
War. Over the years, it changed
hands and various operators
introduced boat rides and built
related attractions, of varying
scientific and entertainment
quality. It was first used as a
location for a Hollywood film in
1916, but became popular with
the series of Tarzan films in the
1930s and has seen more than
a hundred productions use its
crystal clear waters and
spectacular settings.
www.SilverSprings.com
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Once referred to as "Hollywood East," Florida has been the location for countless
films from the 1910s through to the modern era. Silver Springs quickly became a
favorite backdrop for film, television and various video productions. Silver Springs is a group of artesian
springs that feed into the Silver River in Marion County, Florida. It is the largest artesian spring in the
world and Florida's oldest tourist attraction. In 1971 it was designated as a National Natural Landmark.
Related amenities developed including its famed glass-bottom boat tours, with the first glass bottom boat
launched in 1878.
Get Closer to the Action
The Brick City Center for the Arts (The Brick) is our Filmmaker Salon. The Brick opens daily,
during the festival, to all Festival Credential, Pass and Ticket holders (space available).
The Brick
23 SW Broadway Street
Ocala, FL 34471
352.369.1500
The Brick is open the following hours for your comfort and convenience:
Monday, April 4 11:00am – 6:00pm
Tuesday, April 5 – Friday, April 8 - 11:00am to 10:00pm
Saturday, April 9 & Sunday, April 10 - 11:00am to 6:00pm
Events at The Brick
The Brick is the festival’s crossroads and the destination for festival-goers with any questions, concerns,
or comments - our SSIFF 16 staff and volunteers are here to help.
The Brick’s gallery walls will host a nostalgic retrospective look at the history of the festival and the city it
calls home. From Ocala’s World Famous Horse Industry to her spectacular Silver Springs and its famed
Glass Bottom Boats, we will take a look at the folks who made the Springs famous, and share some of
the history that makes “The Kingdom of the Sun” a very special place to gather, live, work and play - and
make movies!
In addition to providing a place to meet, relax and network, the Brick will play host to several events
throughout the festival, as well as Seminars, and the Deep Dive Cinema Lounge.
More Ways to Watch
The Deep Dive Cinema Lounge inside The Brick gives ticket and pass-holders
a chance to see “Official Selections” they might have missed during the festival.
The lounge’s flat panel displays and wireless stereo headsets provide a
comfortable viewing experience.
 Deep Dive Cinema Lounge presented by
 Films become available on the Deep Dive Cinema system only after their official
screening at the Marion Theatre. The Deep Dive is first come, first served and on-going
throughout the festival, during regular Filmmaker Salon hours at The Brick.
What does it mean...?
Feature film – A film (also called a movie or motion picture) with a running time long enough to be
considered the principal or sole film to fill a program or screening block.
Short film – Any film not long enough to be considered a feature film.
Screening Block – A program featuring a film or program of films for screening.
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Documentary film – A nonfictional motion picture intended to document some aspect of reality, primarily
for the purposes of instruction or maintaining a historical record. Documentaries may be feature length or
short format.
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Narrative or fictional film – A film that tells a fictional or fictionalized story, event or narrative. Its
believable narratives and characters help convince the audience that the story is real. Narratives may be
feature length or short format.
It’s your festival! Make the most of it...
Film festivals are all about attending screenings, but there are lots of other activities in and
around downtown Ocala for when you’re not watching one of the festival’s films. Here are some
tips on how to make the most of your SSIFF experience!
Puchase a Pass – Splash and Day Passes are worth the cost because they grant the passholder access to all screenings, the Filmmakers Salon, Opening Night Reception and
Screening, all private ticketed receptions, concerts, seminars, meet and greets and preferred
seating at all screenings.
Attend as many sessions as possible – There
are 5 full days of screenings in both main and
balcony theaters in the Marion Theatre, with
additional special screenings at the Appleton
Museum and the Dassance Theatre. Indulge your
senses and as many screenings as you can. This
is an opportunity that does not present itself often,
so take advantage of it.
Ask questions/talk to our volunteers – Every time you see some one in a volunteer shirt stop
and talk with them. They are knowledgeable about the SSIFF and Ocala’s many attractions. If
they don’t know the answer to your question, they will find some one who does. Ocala is a
friendly town full of friendly people, so take advantage of our generosity. We’re glad you’re here!
Don’t be shy – Numerous attendees from last
year’s inaugural SSIFF talk about how they still
interact with people they met in Ocala. They
made some great new friends by being willing
to step up and talk to their fellow festival-goers.
We’re here to help you create your own festival experience,
full of faraway places, fresh ideas and friendly faces!
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Have a drink at a local watering hole – Downtown Ocala has a wide variety of places to
quench any thirst, located within a block or two of the Marion Theatre in the Downtown Historic
District.
Walk around the Downtown Historic District
This area developed as a residential
neighborhood between circa 1880 and 1930.
The eastward growth from the downtown area
records a progression of architectural styles.
The character and quality of the 172.5-acre
residential district remains intact with
restorations under the guidance of the Historic
Ocala Preservation Society.
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Stay the night – We have great host hotels
within a short drive, or easy walking distance of
downtown and all of the events associated with
the SSIFF.
Jordan Klein, Sr. – Bruce Mozert Florida Legacy Award Honoree
2016 Silver Springs International Film Festival
“Jordan has filmed so many sharks...
they make a week about him!”
“This was the line I heard several times over,” says photographer, Bryan
Soderlind, “from people describing pioneer underwater filmmaker Jordan
Klein, Sr.” The joke is certainly fitting - at 90 years of age Klein has spent
more time filming sharks and underwater, in general, than arguably anyone
on this planet. His lifetime of dedication to underwater cinema has changed
the way we see below the surface on the big screen today. Semi-retired,
Klein spends the majority of his time at his home and office compound on
Lake Weir in Summerfield, Florida. One early March day, I headed up for a
visit and pay respects to the Oscar winner and find out more about his life.
Born in 1925, Klein grew up on Miami Beach, FL. His love for being underwater was apparent early on,
“I was only just a little shit-kicker, probably 11 or 12, but I wanted to figure out a way to stay underwater
longer. Some friends and I figured out how to combine the old 5 gallon milk cans with a refrigerator
compressor to make a working breathing apparatus. We also found out how to make masks by cutting
a section of inner tube and then clamping a piece of glass into one end. For fins we took old tennis shoes
and attached a piece of tire to each shoe for more push underwater.” Jordan’s savvy didn’t necessarily
translate to the classroom, as a kid he was more interested in speed whether it was a boat, car, or plane.
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Jordan was drafted by the Navy soon after and hoped to be a pilot
but his color blindness kept him grounded and mainly working on
ships. After his years of service, he returned to Miami where he
worked as a car mechanic and went to school at Embry Riddle
where he learned how to work on planes. With the money he had
saved working on cars and planes he decided to follow his passion
and start a dive shop. “I paid 5,000 for a piece of property on
Biscayne Blvd. – my gosh what that piece of property must be worth
now.” It was the second dive shop in Florida at the time, and “I
remember people telling me I was crazy. I offered diving tours on my
boat that quickly became popular because I was the only guy doing it. I took all kinds of stars out back
then, William Randolph Hearst, Jackie Gleason, Gary Cooper etc. Most everyone wanted to spear dive,
but when I brought along my cameras with my homemade underwater housings people started taking
notice. People decided they’d rather shoot fish with a camera than a spear gun. I started selling camera
housings to people who would come on the dive tours and then one day I got a call from Abercrombie &
Fitch in New York. They were an upscale outdoor store at the time and one of their buyers had seen one
of the housings I made and asked if he could place a big order for their New York store. Soon after a film
company in Ft. Lauderdale, Ivan Tors Studio, commissioned me to make a water housing for one of their
35mm motion picture cameras and also build underwater props and sets. I was there only a short time
before Ivan asked if I wanted to help film the underwater scenes for the TV show Flipper. That was a
huge break. That kind of started it all.”
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“I built a race car with some friends when I was really young and took it to south Florida. I registered for
the race with the fake name, Bill Jordan, and even painted that name on the side of my car. I think I got
nd
2 place in the first race and then crashed and totaled the car in the next race. I was 16 at the time.
I remember a pivotal moment happening at that age. One day I heard a loud plane landing at the Miami
municipal airport behind my house where I had started to take flying lessons. It was the Pan Am Airline’s
DE-3 landing to refuel on its way to Cuba, and everyone was checking out the plane. I’ll never forget that
day - it was a changing point in my life and I realized I wanted to be some type of engineer and also fly
planes.”
His love for underwater photography, specifically filming sharks, led him to
create the company Mako. Mako built almost all the dive housings and underwater props used on motion pictures in the 1960′s, 70′s, and 80′s. Mako
also co-invented the Cryo-Lung, the one-of-a-kind underwater liquid breathing
apparatus. In 1959 Jordan designed the MakoShark Camera, the first underwater camera sold to the public. It’s simple but genius design made it cheap
to manufacture and it sold over 55,000 copies at Rexall Drugstores nationwide.
“Every person in my family was working on those cameras almost 24 hours a
day, I had no idea how huge of a success that camera was going to be.”
Jordan quickly became a must have on any underwater movie set. In the early
60′s after filming over 30 episodes of the TV show Flipper, he was hired on for
what would be the biggest project of his lifetime, James Bond’s Thunderball.
“I got an offer to build some underwater submersibles for some of the scenes
in Thunderball, they were going to pay me $35,000 and I was beside myself.
That was a whole lot of money back then. I hired another guy and we built all
In one fin, Jordan’s
day every day for a year, I slept at my desk almost every night. It wasn’t easy,
signature grommet, and a
I had to not only design sci-fi looking underwater vessels but they had to be
shark bite in the other.
functional. It seemed impossible, at times, but when we finished, the results
were pretty impressive - it was a pretty slick deal.” Jordan also worked on the movie as a cameraman, but
it was his title of Director of Underwater Engineering for Special Effects and Props that earned him an
Academy Award.
Jordan’s work can be seen in movies and TV shows such as Creature From The Black Lagoon, 20,000
Leagues Under The Sea, Sea Hunt, The Aquarians, Flipper, Thunderball, You Only Live Twice, Live and
Let Die, Never Say Never Again, The Day of the Dolphin, Chips, Splash, Jaws, Cocoon, Miami Vice, The
Abyss, China Moon, X-Files, Bermuda Triangle, and SeaQuest to name a few.
At 90 years old, Jordan has never stopped working. He is currently dreaming up an airboat/front end
loader concept that he can use to remove all the weeds in the lake behind his house. His son, Jordy
Klein, carries on the cinematic tradition working on major motion pictures, as well; specializing in
providing world class aerial footage.
By Bryan Soderlind (www.journal.bryansoderlind)
The Bruce Mozert Legacy Award. Bruce Mozert received the
festival’s first Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2015 Festival.
In the summer of 2015, prior to Mr. Mozert’s passing, the Ocala
Film Foundation board voted, unanimously, to name an award
for this prolific and respected, internationally acclaimed local artist.
With this award we seek to honor those Floridians who have made
important and lasting contributions to Film/Television production community.
The SSIFF Award Statue was suggested by local artist Jon Fort, who
submitted a sketch and an idea inspired by one of a group of prop statues
set up on the bed of the nearby Silver Springs; for which the festival is named.
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The statues were originally placed in the springs for an episode titled,
The Seventh Captain, in the hit 1960’s TV series, I Spy, starring Robert
Culp and Bill Cosby. The episode’s storyline is homage to the James Bond
classic, Thunderball. The statues remain in place today and have become
a favorite feature on the park’s famed glass-bottom boat tour.
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Once the design was chosen, local artist Mark Hershberger of BJ Trophies
joined the team to develop and create the final trophy. Each statue is handpoured and tinted and each base is custom built - so no two are alike!
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Ocala Film Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, volunteer organization is
dedicated to leading our community in creative and cultural discovery
through the medium of motion pictures. We endeavor to support the
educational, cultural, and economic well-being of our region by increasing
awareness, accessibility, and a broader appreciation of the cinematic arts.
2016 Board of Directors
Gerald Ergle, Chairman
Angie Lewis, Vice President
Former Ocala Mayor; GKE, LLC. Building Const.
Angie Lewis State Farm Insurance
Richard Mead, Treasurer
Stephen Spivey
Vice President, Quality Banner Co.
Spivey Mediation Services
Tito Comas
Owner, Grafito, Inc.
Buddy Martin
Talk Show Host, Voice of Ocala, Author, Columnist
Mark Emery
Micki Bednar, Volunteer Coordinator
Cameraman/Producer, Nat’l Geographic; Mark Emery
Films
MCPS Educator
Dave Waller
Mary Emery
Director of Sales & Customer Relations, Irvin Homes
Mark Emery Films
Jeff Gann
John Thorman
Past Chair, Marion County Board of County
Commissioners
Digital Savvy
Patrick Watson
Alex Moy
CEO/President, Watson-Clarke Solutions, LLC
Director of Production, ThatsHowItsDone Prods.
Becky Hunt
Darrell Riley
Director of Sales, Marriott Hotel Group, Ocala
Dept. Chair, Humanities/Social Sciences, College of
Central FL
Alan Grunther
Karen Herzog
Creative Director, AG2 Creative
Film/Screenplay/Media Specialist
Ocala Film Foundation Community Liaisons
Lisa Midgett
Melissa Townsend
Daryl Collier
Founding Partner, SSIFF
City of Ocala Comm. Cultural Arts Mgr.
Collier, Jernigan & Goedert, P.A.
The Ocala Film Foundation Honors Our Past Board Members and Liaisons
Paulette Millhorn
Ana Dunwoody
Jaye Baillie
Joshua LaSelva
Craig Baggs
Tom Ingram
Marcie Bailey
Maggie Weakley
Earl Arnett
Craig Baggs
Mary Baggs
Micki Bednar
Laura Bradford
Angie Bryant
Thomas Cougill
Kerry Crawford
Cyrus Rug Gallery
Greg Ergle
Susan Ergle
Karla Grimsley
Karen Herzog
Barbara Hopkins
Linda LaSelva
Angie Lewis
Clint Lewis
Jon Lin
Jessica McCune
Janelle Mertins
Kelly Moore
Randall Moring
Susan Moring
Nick Navetta
Jim Payton
Jay Scalf
Emma Sexton
Rosemary Spivey
Stephen Spivey
Michelle Stone
Colin Watson
Mark J. Wahl
Patrick Watson
Joel Wiessnor
Billy Woods
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The Friends of the Fest supports and celebrates the work of the SSIFF and the Ocala Film Foundation.
So grab some popcorn and join the Friends Of The Fest, and together we’ll show the world the best of Ocala.
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Let’s get friendly when the lights go down in the Historic Marion Theatre in
Downtown Ocala, Florida. Every year the festival offers an entire week of
independent films from around the world, spectacular parties, special events
and seminars with visiting filmmakers, and friends old and new.
Each year our volunteers make the SSIFF a great place to spend the week - one step,
one handshake, one smile at a time. Our festival’s success is a direct result of the
collaborative energy, community spirit and generosity of this wonderful team.
Francis Abbey
Dawn Bowman
Betsy Carr
Alex Kristianne Dee
Jane Geer
Mike Halper
Scott Jacobs
Kirstin Kennedy
Rebekah Leppert
Connor Mayfield
Dylan Menard
Linda Neilander
Laura Parenti
Ginny Riley
Ruckus Skye
Elizabeth Tarner
Scott Tillema
Liz Walker
Kim Wise
Shirley Bartley
Ryan Brooks
Bill Carr
Ann Dunan
Ceci Guyn
Duncan Hill
Chris Jorie
Patricia Klitenick
Amy Linton
Marie McCormack
Jessica Mongerio
Elijah Newkirk
Diane Podkomorski
Teri Scwartz
Kelley Slagle
Melanie Tarter
Wendy Turner
Brian Watson
Aubrey Wise
Gillian Bednar
Eileen Bruno
Lori Cotton
Henri Eberly
Rod Guyn
Rick Horn
Traci Karbler
Emily Kohlmeier
Christopher Lloyd
Terry McCormack
Patti Moring
Charlee Nichols
Chandler Reeder
Victoria Sexton
Pete Smith
Mary Taylor
David Ulloa
Colin Watson
Joe Zimmerman
Michael Bednar
Henry Burns
Jacqueline Cutty
Kenneth Eberly
Jude Hagin
Danuta Jacobs
Max Kent
J.P. Leemans
Lori Martin
Cindy Mikell
Yaisa Myers
Katie Nichols
Darrell Riley
Lane Skye
Doogie Stewart 
Evelyn Taylor
Brittany Visser
Dan Wingate
Each star represents a year of service to the festival, its filmmakers, our film-goers, the
Ocala Film Foundation and the Ocala/Marion County, Florida community.
Every effort has been made to acknowledge those who have played a part in the SSIFF, to date.
Please help us do a good job by contacting our Volunteer Coordinator, Micki Bednar, at
ssiffvolunteers@gmail.com with updates and additions. Thank you!
Team
Laurie Zink, Executive Director
Greg Thompson, Festival Director
Angie McCormack, Festival Coordinator
Wendy Longares, Administrative Assistant
Tito Comas, Marketing Director
Grafito Advertising & Marketing
Joshua Land & Victor Fink, Program Directors
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John Thorman, Social Media/Digital Marketing
Digital Savvy
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David Moring, IT Director
TM Central Technologies
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STEVEN SATER Music by DUNCAN SHEIK

tierney gearon - Zeitgeist Films

Film Press Notes

The Official SSIFF 2016 Calendar - Silver Springs International Film

here

Printable pdf - Oakton Community College