September 26, 2025
CAPPA THEATER
Robert H. Jackson Center
305 East 4th Street
Jamestown, NY 14701
INFO: INYFFscreeners @gmail.com
Friday, the INYFF Diamond Globe Awards
All other official selections go into the locked/private platform
9:00 am INTERNATIONAL NEW YORK FILM FESTIVAL INTRO
9:05 am BLOCK OF USA SHORTS
Joan & Talbot 9:00 USA
In the heat of the Hundred Years' War, English Lord Talbot and the fierce French warrior Joan la Pucelle clash on the battlefield outside Orléans. Talbot, brimming with confidence, watches in disbelief as his once-victorious troops falter under the determined charge of a woman.
From Shakespeare's Henry VI.
"In a battle of wills, only one will stand unbroken."
Mimic 5:30 USA
A woman awakens to find an exact copy of herself in her home...watching, studying, and waiting.
Way To Fly 3:31 USA
A three-minute, 31 second cinematic adventure. After trying to pin-point an epiphany, a man finds freedom after he accidentally discovers a new world full of beauty and seemingly endless possibilities.
Contempt 11:22 USA
A displaced woman finds herself in a scary. situation.
Blink 12:06 USA
After a father suffers a debilitating stroke, his devoted daughter becomes his caretaker, as his independence fades. Struggling with feelings of guilt, helplessness, and the slow erosion of the man she once knew.
The Henchman 5:20 USA
A Gotham henchman faces his greatest challenge yet: his wife.
Watering Tulips 14:00 USA
Elisabeth accompanies Jason, who needs to water his boss's plants. Once inside the modern apartment their opinions of art come to the forefront. They discuss modern vs classical and subjectivity vs objectivity.
Sundown 18:36 USA Sundown follows Ariel, a 21-year-old pastry chef, as she navigates the emotions of an unexpected reunion with her ex-boyfriend, Kenzo, at a party. As the night unfolds, memories of their passionate yet consuming relationship resurface, blurring the lines between past and present. Through shifting colors and nostalgic flashbacks, Sundown explores love, loss, and the struggle to reclaim one’s identity after heartbreak. When Ariel finally realizes what she truly wants, will it be too late?
Joan & Talbot 9:00 USA
In the heat of the Hundred Years' War, English Lord Talbot and the fierce French warrior Joan la Pucelle clash on the battlefield outside Orléans. Talbot, brimming with confidence, watches in disbelief as his once-victorious troops falter under the determined charge of a woman.
From Shakespeare's Henry VI.
"In a battle of wills, only one will stand unbroken."
Mimic 5:30 USA
A woman awakens to find an exact copy of herself in her home...watching, studying, and waiting.
Way To Fly 3:31 USA
A three-minute, 31 second cinematic adventure. After trying to pin-point an epiphany, a man finds freedom after he accidentally discovers a new world full of beauty and seemingly endless possibilities.
Contempt 11:22 USA
A displaced woman finds herself in a scary. situation.
Blink 12:06 USA
After a father suffers a debilitating stroke, his devoted daughter becomes his caretaker, as his independence fades. Struggling with feelings of guilt, helplessness, and the slow erosion of the man she once knew.
The Henchman 5:20 USA
A Gotham henchman faces his greatest challenge yet: his wife.
Watering Tulips 14:00 USA
Elisabeth accompanies Jason, who needs to water his boss's plants. Once inside the modern apartment their opinions of art come to the forefront. They discuss modern vs classical and subjectivity vs objectivity.
Sundown 18:36 USA Sundown follows Ariel, a 21-year-old pastry chef, as she navigates the emotions of an unexpected reunion with her ex-boyfriend, Kenzo, at a party. As the night unfolds, memories of their passionate yet consuming relationship resurface, blurring the lines between past and present. Through shifting colors and nostalgic flashbacks, Sundown explores love, loss, and the struggle to reclaim one’s identity after heartbreak. When Ariel finally realizes what she truly wants, will it be too late?
10:25 am BLOCK OF INTERNATIONAL SHORTS
What They Say About Carmen 2:23 Portugal
"What They Say About Carmen" brings to light the story of a 10-year-old girl who was born without arms. The film addresses delicate themes, often silenced in our society, revealing how Carmen faces discrimination, neglect, mistreatment, and abandonment by her own parents, those who should protect her. The memories of her traumatic childhood haunt her throughout her life and shape her trajectory. (Animation.)
Memoir of a Water Urn 15:50 Republic of Korea
A village is hit by drought due to climate change. Rivers and creeks have dried up, and people cannot find water anywhere. For the last chance, Narae and 8-year-old Tunbe, the head of the family, go to the Gypsum Sands Dunes to fetch water. Their family waits for water at home. (Experimental)
Nice To Meet You 13:00 Sweden
Emilio and Mikas are two men in their 30s who have never known true love or embrace from their parents as children. One night in apark, when Mikas is on the verge of taking his life, Emilio sees him and intervenes in an impulsive act. This becomes the starting point of their first meeting. During that night, as they share their wounded memories, an unlikely and deep connection develops between them. They explore their feelings. (Mature audience)
Birth 1:58 United Arab Emirates
This experimental, movement-driven film aims to poetically celebrate the miracle of being a woman, of birthing life in its various forms, honoring the journey it entails from pain to love. (Experimental)
Echo's Of The Mountain Singer 9:31 China
Echoes of the Mountain Singer is a deeply personal journey into the heart of Yunnan’s folk traditions, seen through the eyes of a high school student and singer. Traveling across Pu’er over four years, Grace meets women from the Hani, Wa, and Jino communities—each a guardian of ancestral melodies. Their songs, passed down for generations, reveal a profound connection between music, identity, and home. As younger generations drift away and traditions face the risk of fading, these voices rise like echoes through the mountains, reminding us of the enduring power of song. (Documentary)
Blossom 5:40 France
As Winter descends upon the forest, freezing plants and creatures alike, an old beetle awakens a young, energetic fairy. Together, they embark on a desperate flight forward, facing dangers and hostile creatures in the hope of escaping the deadly Winter. (Animation)
First Nations: Finding the Chickasaw 5:15 United Kingdom
The extraordinary discovery of pre-American War of Independence documents relating to the Chickasaw Nation in the great libraries of the United Kingdom has uncovered a treasure trove of previously unseen material.
(Documentary)
Synapse 3:28 France
Elise, an ex-engineer, is desperately searching for her son lost in Paris which became an apocalyptic city invaded by zombies. (Animation)
Blind Freedom 20:07 Australia
Two orphan sisters battle poverty, hunger and ridicule in a small Australian town during the Great Depression of the 1930's. Until one day, an event changed their lives and the attitude of an entire community. (Short Drama)
What They Say About Carmen 2:23 Portugal
"What They Say About Carmen" brings to light the story of a 10-year-old girl who was born without arms. The film addresses delicate themes, often silenced in our society, revealing how Carmen faces discrimination, neglect, mistreatment, and abandonment by her own parents, those who should protect her. The memories of her traumatic childhood haunt her throughout her life and shape her trajectory. (Animation.)
Memoir of a Water Urn 15:50 Republic of Korea
A village is hit by drought due to climate change. Rivers and creeks have dried up, and people cannot find water anywhere. For the last chance, Narae and 8-year-old Tunbe, the head of the family, go to the Gypsum Sands Dunes to fetch water. Their family waits for water at home. (Experimental)
Nice To Meet You 13:00 Sweden
Emilio and Mikas are two men in their 30s who have never known true love or embrace from their parents as children. One night in apark, when Mikas is on the verge of taking his life, Emilio sees him and intervenes in an impulsive act. This becomes the starting point of their first meeting. During that night, as they share their wounded memories, an unlikely and deep connection develops between them. They explore their feelings. (Mature audience)
Birth 1:58 United Arab Emirates
This experimental, movement-driven film aims to poetically celebrate the miracle of being a woman, of birthing life in its various forms, honoring the journey it entails from pain to love. (Experimental)
Echo's Of The Mountain Singer 9:31 China
Echoes of the Mountain Singer is a deeply personal journey into the heart of Yunnan’s folk traditions, seen through the eyes of a high school student and singer. Traveling across Pu’er over four years, Grace meets women from the Hani, Wa, and Jino communities—each a guardian of ancestral melodies. Their songs, passed down for generations, reveal a profound connection between music, identity, and home. As younger generations drift away and traditions face the risk of fading, these voices rise like echoes through the mountains, reminding us of the enduring power of song. (Documentary)
Blossom 5:40 France
As Winter descends upon the forest, freezing plants and creatures alike, an old beetle awakens a young, energetic fairy. Together, they embark on a desperate flight forward, facing dangers and hostile creatures in the hope of escaping the deadly Winter. (Animation)
First Nations: Finding the Chickasaw 5:15 United Kingdom
The extraordinary discovery of pre-American War of Independence documents relating to the Chickasaw Nation in the great libraries of the United Kingdom has uncovered a treasure trove of previously unseen material.
(Documentary)
Synapse 3:28 France
Elise, an ex-engineer, is desperately searching for her son lost in Paris which became an apocalyptic city invaded by zombies. (Animation)
Blind Freedom 20:07 Australia
Two orphan sisters battle poverty, hunger and ridicule in a small Australian town during the Great Depression of the 1930's. Until one day, an event changed their lives and the attitude of an entire community. (Short Drama)
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11:40 pm One More Time 1:03:00 USA
One More Time is a deeply personal and poignant project from director Peter James Iengo, shaped by profound loss and a journey toward healing. After losing his father to COVID-19 in April 2020, Peter turned to GriefShare—a faith-based support group—for comfort and guidance. Over the past five years, this community has played a crucial role in helping him navigate the complex terrain of grief through fellowship, counseling, and spiritual connection. (Inspirational) |
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12:45 pm Kathaakar Ki Diary,
The Story of Ordinary Lives 1:26:00 India We are all connected in this infinite universe—like the colors of a rainbow: distinct and unique, yet intrinsically aligned. At the heart of this film is Dada—a cancer patient, photographer, and the narrator who weaves the stories together. He embarks on a journey to create a film that captures the tapestry of human experiences. We meet Koko, an infant bursting with energy who grows into a curious toddler. Her working mother is her entire world. Koko’s innocence quietly echoes the fundamental laws of human emotion and interaction. Bobby, a trans woman, struggles against the weight of a conformist and normative society that fails to understand her identity. Aiban, a boxer and athlete from Northeast India (a Khasi tribal), dedicates his life to working with Adivasi (Tribal) children in remote tribal areas, determined to make a difference. And then there is Kapil, a gifted musician and composer, caught in the throes of procrastination and creative block—trapped within a mental mirage. Each of them faces their own existential dilemmas. Yet, as we follow their journeys, we come to realize that within our diverse realities lies a profound unity—one that transcends class, color, gender, and creed. (Feature) |
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2:15 pm The Dog, My Father and Us 1:30:00 Ecuador
Q and A with Director PABLO ARTURO SUAREZ Sebastian, an architect going through a mid-life crisis at age 45, is fired from his job as a university professor for having a romantic relationship with a student. Unemployed, he attempts to regain control of his life which he seems to have lost long ago. In his house, the situation is chaotic: his father almost died of a heart attack and is addicted to pornography, his marriage fades into routine, his son wants to drop out of school to become a YouTuber and his dog is living out his last days. When the task of putting everything in order already seems colossal, his brother arrives from a trip and asks for his inheritance, stirring old family resentments. (Spanish, ENG. SUB) |
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3:55 pm American Deadbolt 1:26:05 USA
In the aftermath of a horrific 4th of July attack, a group of five desperate people find themselves trapped in the back room of a restaurant. But as they fight to keep alive they soon discover that their greatest threat may actually be locked in the room with them. (Suspense) |
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5:30 pm The Soothsayer 49.59 United Kingdom
Q and A with Producer/Key Cast Danny Darren A Skilled assassin is sent back in time to stop a dark cult from seizing an ancient relic that could reshape history . As he fights through medieval lands, haunted by visions and hunted by supernatural foes, he must piece together the shattered artefact before time itself is lost along with the only chance to save the woman he loves . (Action, TV series) |
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6:30 pm Beware The Dark 3 Revelation 1:15:00 USA
Q and A with Director/Producer As the takeover of the world continues, the last remaining groups of people that are still human seek sanctuary in isolated retreats. Deanna Meade discovers where Professor Evans and the others are hiding and decides to join them. After her arrival, two strangers appear and unnerving things escalate day by day. What is real? What is fake? Will any survive what is about to happen? Part 3 of the Beware The Dark, Sci-Fi, Thriller Trilogy. Filmed in Cassadaga and Ellington, NY (Sci-Fi, Thriller) |
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8:00 pm DIAMOND GLOBE AWARDS
Filmed and live streamed worldwide
