Morgan Rojas

A grieving mother is torn between her head and her heart in filmmaker Natalie Schwan’s Last Stand at Butte City. Facing an ultimatum that stands to disrupt her humble livelihood, this strong leading lady is determined to fight for what is hers. The result is a powerful portrait of strength and resilience. The year is 1880 in Butte City, Montana, when 58 year-old rancher Charlotte (Kerry O’Malley) receives devastating news.

In Pangea, triple threat filmmaker Mimi Davila captures the essence of a relationship in all of its raw and radical multitudes. As director, writer, and co-star, Mimi dissects the complexities of identity, displacement, and emotional bonds through rich visual storytelling. Strong performances and stunning cinematography makes Pangea a standout short film with big impact. Pangea takes place over the course of 24 hours in New York City.

A wise man once said, “With great power comes great responsibility.” This motto isn’t just for superheroes, it also applies to companies who may have a level of influence. The motivation for any business should be to improve the lives of their customers through their products or services, not endanger them.