The Devil and the Daylong Brothers – Brandon McCormick
Brandon McCormick (USA), The Devil and the Daylong Brothers, Film Feature – Oscar-winner Keith Carradine (Nashville) heads a colorful cast in this genre defying film. In the haunted backroads of the American South, three cursed half-brothers—violent Enoch, tender-hearted Abe, and eccentric Ish—embark on a blood-soaked, musical quest to find their estranged father, who sold their souls to the Devil before they were born. Now forced to collect debts for Hell, they carve flesh, sing their pain, and bicker across a surreal, supernatural landscape. The trio’s journey is derailed by Frankie, a sultry, unhinged assassin with a magnetic presence and unpredictable motives, and they encounter a wild cast of sinners, prophets, and lost souls along the way.
With genre-bending flair, the film fuses Southern Gothic, supernatural horror, and Western Musical into a chaotic symphony of vengeance, redemption, and twisted family ties. Bursting with stylish visuals, pop-inspired anthems, and haunting ballads composed by Nicholas Kirk—who also co-wrote the film—the story spirals toward an unforgettable showdown. Carradine arrives in the final act as the devilish father, offering a performance as unexpected as the film itself. Stars: Brendan Bradley (The Plus One), Nican Robinson (Ahsoka), Jordon Bolden (The Kill Room), Rainey Qualley (Ultrasound).
Link Click Bridon Arc – Haolin, Bilibili & BeDream
Haolin, Bilibili & BeDream (China), Link Click Bridon Arc, Animation – Link Click is a triumph in the world of Chinese animation, blending intricate time-travel mechanics with a deep exploration of human emotions and connection. The series masterfully weaves together suspenseful storytelling, breathtaking visuals, and complex character development, creating a unique viewing experience that stands out in the genre. With its emotionally charged narratives, it delves into themes of regret, love, loss, and redemption, offering a refreshingly nuanced approach to time travel that keeps viewers hooked from start to finish.
The series follows Lu Guang and Cheng Xiaoshi, two individuals with the ability to enter and manipulate photos to alter the past. As they face increasingly dangerous consequences while retracing their fates, it unveils a web of secrets that entangles them in a larger, overarching mystery. This gripping arc introduces new characters and organizations, adding layers of complexity and deepening the stakes for the protagonists. Link Click has garnered a devoted international following, amassing 600 million views and earning accolades for its groundbreaking storytelling. The show’s unique non-linear structure, visually-driven suspense, and impactful character arcs have made it a fan favorite across the globe. Voiced by Shangqing Su, Tianxiang Yang, Shimeng Li.
Jesse Edwards (USA), The Wildman of Shaggy Creek, Children / Family Program – Emmy-winner Edwards delivers a delightful family feature. A young boy learns of a mystical creature in the woods behind his house. As events unfold, he must face his fears and discover the strength in courage and friendship. Blending mystery and for an adventurous romp. Hudson Hensley, Allee-Sutton Hethcoat, Josh Futcher, Ayla Bullington.
Mark Street (Australia), Dig Deeper, Doc Short – Four Aboriginal artists channel personal stories and collective history into powerful urban art. This visually striking documentary explores identity, cultural regeneration, and resistance through creativity. Their work challenges stereotypes and redefines Indigenous art, offering an intimate look at art as truth, healing, and cultural strength. Producer Fiona Cochrane.
Dawn Carpenter (USA), Interwoven, Doc Short – A tightly crafted doc about a North Carolina town hit by the textile industry’s collapse. Locals fight back with innovative worker-owned cooperatives and sustainability practices. Beautifully shot and emotionally resonant, it highlights how resilience, unity, and community-driven change can triumph over hardship. A powerful portrait of hope, purpose, and grassroots revival.
Ryan Wirick (USA), Farmacy of Light: A Quantum Leap in Healing, Doc Feature – As chronic disease and malnutrition rise, a renegade farmer reveals how fresh, light-filled food holds the key to healing. Blending quantum physics, soil science, and suppressed research, this eye-opening doc explores biophotonics and the vital role of local food in human resilience. A bold call to transform health through the energy of what we eat.
Patric Eriksson (Sweden), Nomen Nescio, TV Program- Sweden’s Minister of Justice faces a crisis as violence escalates. When his daughter is attacked, he forms a secret Ops Team of unlikely assassins. Distinctive, stylized exploration of love, betrayal, redemption. Henrik Norman, Andreas Rylander, Patric Eriksson, Ralf Beck, Linda Palmcrantz, Anna Hultgren, Nicke Wagemyr. DOP Peter Södergren/Norin.
Robert Griffith (USA), The Judge – Character, Cases, Courage, Doc Feature – Narrated by Emmy-winner Justin Theroux its an unflinching look at Robert Merhige, Jr., a bold judge who for 31 years led landmark cases challenging racism, gender bias and corporate power. Despite threats and pressure, he stayed true to the Constitution, and law. A vivid portrait of justice, integrity and belief in the power of the courts.
Igor Fyodorov (Russia), Breakfast with Truffles, Film Short – Two ex-lovers turned adversaries share a tense breakfast in a café—Lily, vibrant and impulsive, Oscar, quiet and reserved. What begins as an ordinary meal escalates into a provocative mix of mind games, fiery arguments, mysticism, and steamy encounters, leading to an unexpected twist. A short filled with passion and tension. Stars: Yanita Sukhova and Evgeny Volovenko.
Cengiz Dervis (United Kingdom), The Studio, TV Pilot – After losing everything in a whirlwind of betrayal, loss, and personal tragedy, a successful personal trainer returns to London with a fresh plan to rebuild. He finds a decrepit space to open a new gym, enrolling eccentric characters and endless challenges in his quest for redemption, passion, and new beginnings. Cengiz Dervis (The Chelsey Detective), Marco Zingaro (Knightfall).
Aleš Urbanczik (Switzerland), Mother of Fascia – One Woman’s Tireless Quest Through 20th Century Turmoil, Doc Feature Before science caught up, one visionary saw fascia’s power to heal. This documentary follows Dr. Ida Rolf’s groundbreaking work and her fight to prove the body’s connective tissue held the key to health and alignment. Her legacy now fuels a global shift in understanding movement, wellness, and integration.
Stig Weymss (Australia), Insufferable, Film Short – After losing his wife of 60 years, Terry can’t let go and starts mummifying her body in his man-cave. When his stoner grandson finds out, they lock the body away to dispose of it later. But when Nana is stolen in the night, the two set off on a wild, hilarious adventure to recover her—and face their grief head-on. Matt Bolin (MP Daryl), Jim Daly (Neighbours), Don Bridges (Troll Bridge).
Aleš Urbanczik (Switzerland), Mother of Fascia – One Woman’s Tireless Quest Through 20th Century Turmoil, History / Biographical / Travel, Health / Medicine / Science
Brandon McCormick (USA), The Devil and the Daylong Brothers, Original Score
Cengiz Dervis (United Kingdom), The Studio, Actor: Leading (Cengiz Dervis as Charlie), Direction
Dawn Carpenter (USA), Interwoven, Women Filmmakers
Dax Phelan (USA), BREAK THE SILENCE, Public Service Programming / PSA, Direction
Duffy King (USA), Danza Del Sol, Original Song
Dustin J. Robison (USA), Country Couture, Music Video
Elvis Hau Chor Fung (Hong Kong), When I See You Again, Asian Filmmaker
Erik Borner (Germany), SILENCE, Film Feature, Direction, Original Score (Composed and produced by Peter Ries, Rooftone Studios, Wiesbaden)
Hess Wesley (USA), The Cost, African American Filmmaker, Actor: Leading (Bechir Sylvain as Marlon), Film Short
Ilyou Kim (Korea), MARKET, AI Film
Jesse Edwards (USA), The Wildman of Shaggy Creek, Cinematography, Editing, Direction
Jethro Waters (USA), Gunfighter Paradise, Cinematography, Direction, Script / Writer
Julie Anne Burch (USA), Tiny Teaching Tales, Animation, Script / Writer
Karen Pearlman, The Physical TV Company (Australia), Breaking Plates, Original Score (Angela Little)
Lynn Elliott (USA), Travèse Envizib. Invisible crossings. Episode 6: THE BOY WHO EARNED HIS MAGIC, Web Series
Marci Lynne Krown (USA), The Power of Sports For Amputees, Movie Trailer (Jared Tweedie)
Martin Zalba (Spain), Ladakh India, Documentary Short
Paul Cartwright (USA), But Wait, There’s More!, Television – Program / Series
Robert Griffith (USA), The Judge – Character, Cases, Courage, Contemporary Issues / Awareness Raising, Liberation / Social Justice / Protest
Ryan Wirick (USA), Farmacy of Light: A Quantum Leap In Healing, Health / Medicine / Science, Editing
Sadie Duarte (Spain), The Lights of Dawn, Original Score (Composed by Daniel Angelus)
Stig Weymss (Australia), Insufferable, Actor: Leading (Jim Daly as Mr Chamichael), Actor: Leading (Matt Bolin as Brad), Direction
Suresh Eriyat (India), Desi Oon, Animation, Public Service Programming / PSA
The Education Resource Fund (USA), The Science of Life Before Birth, Documentary Short, Editing, Direction
Violet Lee, Bella Gao and Anna Xie (China), Encountering the Village, Documentary Short
VP Boyle (USA), String Lights, Script / Writer
Wang Wang (China), Cutting Edge, Script / Writer
Wilson McCourtney (USA), Fighting For Florida, Nature / Environment / Wildlife
