The AFS ShortCase is an annual program of short films produced by Austin Film Society MAKE Members. This year’s ShortCase will include a diverse slate of projects from filmmakers Jessie Auritt, Jack Cochran and Pamela Falkenberg, Jacob Gusentine, Richard C. Jones, Adriane McCray, Christian Jacob Ramón, and Brittany Reeber. The AFS ShortCase screening contains some adult themes and depictions of violence.

THE FILMS

CHILD RUNAWAYS
Filmmaker: Adriane McCray
When their parents leave town for the weekend, two sisters first defy their eldest sister’s authority, then convince her to join their mischief by spilling the family secret.

FEED THE BEARS
Filmmaker: Jessie Auritt
If you’ve ever gone hiking or camping in bear country, you’ve probably seen signs that read “Don’t feed the bears”. But what happens when people do?

HARD
Filmmaker: Christian Jacob Ramón
An unexpected bout of performance anxiety throws a wrench into the plans of two men on their first night together. But as the night goes on, their intimacy shape-shifts into something deeper.

I KNOW THE END
Filmmaker: Jacob Gusentine
Who heals the healer? A portrait of Remington Johnson, a hospital chaplain with a passion for weightlifting.

LEGACY
Filmmakers: Jack Cochran and Pamela Falkenberg
A film about failed love and pie.

OH DEER!
Filmmaker: Richard C. Jones
A father tries to create a teachable moment with his son after they hit a deer.

THE CHEAP SEATS
Filmmaker: Brittany Reeber
A docu-narrative about Donna’s day in the psychic capital of the world, Cassadaga, Florida.

Content Warning

The AFS ShortCase contains adult themes and some depictions of violence.

Covid-19 Guidelines

All SXSW participants of our in-person event, including Film Guest Ticket holders, will be required to provide proof of a completed primary vaccination series against Covid-19 or a recent negative Covid-19 test in order to gain entry into the film venue. SXSW is using the CLEAR App Health Pass to verify the vaccination status of all participants. https://www.sxsw.com/covid19-guidelines/