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DAMN, YOU WERE BORN FOR THIS

Screening Details

Date: Saturday - October 19, 2024  

Time: 4:05 PM​

Duration: 61 MINS

Venue: Cinemark Theater  

1670 US-22, Watchung, NJ 07069

Block Description

The world is filled with reasons about why you should not or can not do something.  And at different times in our lives, we take heed, curbing our dreams and our desires to conform to what’s “possible.” But there comes a moment when you realize that all those limitations were never meant for you. In this collection of films, characters break free from expectations and reclaim their destiny, reminding us that life is a collection of the stories you create. These shorts celebrate the unstoppable force of ambition, resilience, and the unapologetic pursuit of what you were born to do.

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Alan He / 12 minutes 

A young Chinese-American baseball player must confront his internalized racism after his overbearing father comes to his rescue.

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Dir. Melanie Field / 16 minutes  

Dive into a groundbreaking vision tailored for discerning audience by watching our short FILM. In the high-stakes world of wrestling, our protagonist battles not just physically, but emotionally and morally, navigating global fame and personal betrayals. The film delves deep into the psyche of a champion, exploring the blurred
lines between reality and showbiz, passion, and pain.

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Dir. Benjamin Hubert / 33 minutes  

As Ben approaches his 40th birthday, haunted by missed opportunities, he grapples with an unfinished documentary on his decade-old passion for Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). Having never stepped into the ring himself, Ben yearns to understand the visceral experience of fighters. Fueled by a newfound determination to live without regrets, he embarks on a transformative journey—taking up MMA training and resurrecting his documentary. In the world of fighters—where courage, boldness, and tenacity converge—Ben discovers that the exchange of fists leads to the exchange of words, turning random encounters into friendships. Beyond the realm of violence, 'Open Guard' unfolds as a captivating exploration of people's lives and the dreams they pursue.

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