BOKEH SHORTS: Mutual Feelings, 15 Minutes, In My Garden, Jahleel & Star

15 Minutes

United States (2022) - Director: Tony Clomax

MARYLAND PREMIERE

When a serial predator attacks a woman in Harlem, she fights back. Unbeknownst to her, a video of her assault appears on a blog and goes viral. A shrewd publicist offers to represent her for future interviews and economic opportunities. However, new information could jeopardize her 15 minutes of fame.

In My Garden

United States (2022) - Director: Zahri Josita Jackson

MID-ATLANTIC PREMIERE

After the loss of her closest friend, Safiyah pushes through her lonely life by shutting out the world. Succumbing to the weight of her self-isolation, Safiyah is fired from her job and comforted by words from a generous stranger, who, during a fun girls' night, shows her a new meaning of "friend".

Jahleel & Star

United States (2022) - Director: Monique Willhoit

MID-ATLANTIC PREMIERE

Two siblings set off to see their father in prison. On the ride through rural area, Star confides in her brother, Jahleel reveals a defining moment from his past and presents his sister with a letter that'll have her rethink the circumstances surrounding the estranged relationships throughout their family.

Mutual Feelings

United States (2022) - Director: LaQuin Alexander

WORLD PREMIERE

What starts as a casual night of beers, music and catching up leaves two longtime best friends at a crossroads which they may not make it past together.

MUTUAL FEELINGS is a short film that explores the changing dynamics of friendship as we enter our 30s. Meant to honor the real-life nature of best friend convos-turned-arguments, and the struggles of navigating platonic relationships as we get older, the project adopts an intimate approach to storytelling.