Traumnovelle is an adaptation of Arthur Schnitzler’s eponymous novel, in which a woman tells her husband about her sexual fantasies, sparking his own desire for an adventure. It’s the same source material Stanley Kubrick used for “Eyes Wide Shut“.

Directed by Mann Friday's very own drummer, Michele Benigna, "Hurricane" ventures into the heart of a tempestuous love story, showcasing the raw intensity and powerful resurgence of emotion amidst the rugged coastline of Wellington, New Zealand.

An award-winning visual effects artist at Peter Jackson’s WETA FX, here Benigna has masterfully crafted a cinematic exploration of the consequences of a broken love.

In a world where Pornhub is sex-ed and Raya is the town square, a generation is rewriting the rules of love and intimacy.

This film dives headfirst into the messy, exhilarating lives of young adults navigating sexual fluidity, polyamory, and hookup culture. Forget the outdated ideals of the past; these characters are forging their own paths, unapologetically embracing their desires and redefining what it means to connect.

Ten athletes, ten unique stories, all played out on the gritty concrete courts.

Welcome to their NBA: STREETBALL, is an engaging four-part docuseries that delves into the lives of streetball players, proudly sponsored by Ballislife. Meet the East Coast Squad and the West Coast Squad as they take center stage in the dynamic world of street basketball.

This series goes beyond basketball; as you get to follow former collegiate, professional, and semi-professional players who have transitioned to the realm of streetball, all while building their brands.

Join us as we explore the unstoppable rise of streetball, where passion meets pavement, and witness how these players not only navigate the challenges of the game but also thrive in an era where every dunk, dribble, and victory is celebrated in the digital spotlight.

This action comedy follows the stories of T-Mo - the pimp, Hunny - the prostitute, and Jerry - the junkie, over the course of 24 hours in the crime underbelly of Los Angeles.

T-Mo and Hunny, boyfriend and girlfriend, and “business partners”, discover a briefcase full of drugs in a motel room. They devise a plan to sell the drugs and leave town to start a new life together, but before they can start, they need to get the heat off their tail.

T-Mo and Hunny meet a colorful cast of criminals from the weird and wacky to the downright scary, getting entangled in feuds, chases, shoot-outs, and more. The two are pushed to their limits, and they both start to wonder: if they manage to make it out alive, do they still want to start a new life…together?

After their father (decorated veteran and arms dealer to the cartel) passes away, two brothers begrudgingly reunite. One struggles to keep his fathers secrets as he runs a political campaign, the other is forced into his old business.

In never-before-seen interviews, filmed in the years just before his death, George Segal shares his own story, as he discusses his life and six plus decade career. Corroborated by those who knew him best, this movie is like gazing at the history of American Filmmaking.

Forget today, and reminisce of days long gone, in this charming Hollywood success story of the epic career of an iconic celebrity, relax, sit down, …and enjoy SEGAL.

Our Wednesday Night END OF FEST PARTY Event is the last social event of the festival!

Have drinks and socialize in downtown Los Angeles, meet your fellow filmmakers, and relax after a full day of film screenings as our festival comes to close.

Get your All Party Pass today to make sure you will be able to attend all our party events, including this fun-filled final social event of the season.

End of Fest Party: Wed. March 12th
Event Time: 9:30pm-11:00pm

Line begins at 9:15pm
Doors at 9:30pm

Ticket Required For Entry.
No Minors.
21 & Up