31ST ANNUAL CUCALORUS FILM FESTIVAL
presents
Box Jelly Shorts
THU · NOVEMBER 20 · 2025 · 10:00 AM · THALIAN MAIN
Box Jelly Shorts
Thursday / 10:00 AM / Thalian Main
Saturday / 10:15 AM / Jengo’s Playhouse
78 minutes
From powwows to bee sanctuaries, AI crises to hidden musical legacies, these films spark curiosity and celebrate resilience. Together, they explore culture, creativity, and the power of determination in the face of unexpected challenges.
POW!
Director: Joey Clift / 8:16
Producers: Mik Moore, Harold Moss, Donick Cary, Goldie Chan
A Native American kid scrambles to charge his dying video game console at a bustling intertribal powwow.
Climate Control
Director: Sarah Lasley / 15:00
Producers: Nicola Waugh, Andres Barajas
A metafictional comedy about the intersection of the climate crisis and generative AI.
The Buzz of St. Roch
Directors: Carl Harrison Jr, Patrice E. Jones / 10:46
Producer: Kelsey Scult
Beekeeper Carl Harrison Jr. builds a bee sanctuary in his New Orleans neighborhood, preserving the legacy of Black beekeepers in Louisiana. Amid gentrification and environmental pressures, the garden becomes a sanctuary, with each hive and plant symbolizing community strength and cultural memory. This evocative documentary reflects on the bond between people and land, inviting viewers to celebrate New Orleans’ enduring spirit and the power of heritage to foster belonging and growth.
The Blind Reggaetonera
Director: River Zhihui Zhang / 28:00
Producer: River Zhihui Zhang
A blind reggaeton artist defies societal barriers to pursue her musical dreams, redefining disability perceptions, while mentoring young disabled students. She proves that passion and determination can transcend physical limitations.
Kalamazoo Gals
Director: David Massar / 16:40
Producers: David Massar, John Thomas
When music journalist John Thomas discovers a mysterious archival photo, the ensuing odyssey reveals a shameful chapter in the history of the iconic Gibson guitar company.
During World War II, with instrument production supposedly suspended, an extraordinary group of women toiled secretly behind the scenes, creating the “Banner Gibsons” that are cherished to this day by musicians and collectors the world over.
