Vidiots and The FOFIF present an evening of seven diverse short films by the organization’s LA-based filmmakers who have received support from The FOFIF Short Film Fund. Embracing an array of stories, the shorts here deal with work / life challenges, profound love, and coming of age. The evening includes a conversation with the filmmakers and an introduction by FOFIF founder Caryn Coleman. Each audience member will also receive a free FOFIF zine!

HOLD ME CLOSE

Directed by Aurora Brachman and LaTajh Weaver. 2025. 19min.

Two Queer Black women, Corinne and Tiana, navigate the ups and downs of life together in their shared home. Their powerful bond is tested as they face joy and heartache, revealing the intricacies of their relationship.

THE OCTOPUS

Written and directed by Sierra Falconer. 2022. 14 min.

A single mother and aspiring artist struggles to find balance between mothering an unruly child and pursuing a career as a painter.

WINGMEN

Written and directed by Nicole Emanuele. 2019. 15 min.

The friendship of two young Air Force Aviators, Marie and Sara, experienced multiple planes on the cusp of their deployment.

PRIVATE MOMENTS

Written and directed by Jessica Barr. 2025. 13 min.

A withdrawn teen is pushed to her limits when an acting class blurs the line between performance and personal truth.

GRACE

Written and directed by Natalie Jasmine Harris. 2024. 14 min.

16-year-old Grace prepares for her baptism in the 1950’s South. When she learns she must repent before the ritual, Grace contemplates her budding romantic feelings toward her best friend, Louise.

BUDGET PARADISE

Written and directed by LaTajh Weaver. 2025. 14min.

Black, non-binary painter Chester searches for space and belonging in their rapidly changing hometown, navigating identity, creativity, and the struggle for permission to exist on their own terms.

HICKEY

Written and directed by Giovanna Molina. 2023. 19 min.

Three sisters come of age within a strict evangelical community in rural Oregon.