AIFF Short Block #2

Tailor Made | 12 min | Doc | Dir. Quan Luang Through unbelievable grit, Tam Nguyen, who fled Vietnam as a child, has become one of Winnipeg’s most sought-after tailors and a local legend Georgie | 14 min | Doc | Dir. Jennie Butler Georgie is like many retirees, full of wisdom and interesting life stories that reflect on love, happiness, fear, and loss. Georgie also happens to be a very charismatic, entertaining ex-mobster and drug kingpin in the Philly mafia. Susana | 15 min | Narrative | Dir. Gerardo Coello Escalante, Amandine Thomas A middle-aged American tourist finds herself alone in Mexico City. When she encounters a group of young Americans, she jumps at the opportunity for a little adventure. Shanti Rides Shotgun | 8 min | Doc | Dir. Charles Frank For three decades, Shanti Gooljar has been the force behind New York City’s most sought-after driving school, captivating everyone from A-list celebrities to the ultra-wealthy with her unapologetic teaching style. Behind the wheel, she’s a master of the chaotic Manhattan streets. But beneath her tough exterior lies a world of heartache and loss. Chronic | 15 min | Narrative | Dir. Alyssa Thordarson When Ruth's sister and best friend, Emma, comes to town to help Ruth recover from endometriosis surgery, tensions flare and their bond is tested as one sister flourishes and the other feels left behind.