Hopeful Movies

Alonzo lives trapped in a self-destructive routine, marked by guilt and fear of judgment. Unable to form real connections, he seeks refuge in casual...

In a humorless corporate world ruled by a strict boss who bans all forms of joy, a group of rebellious employees create a secret haven for fun and...

After their friends are discharged from the psych ward, a hot tempered teen must learn to be a role model to a new patient, a sweet lost soul in dire...

A short documentary that brings light to the experiences of those who live with hidden disabilities. Through eight heartfelt interviews, participants...

After a breakup sends him into a manic, drug-fueled spiral, a bipolar comedian from Queens lands in a psych ward for the eighth time, where therapy...

Seventeen-year-old Darcie believes she is responsible for the drowning of her younger sister, Stella. As she begins seeing visions of Stella that...

When a world-famous film director is finally given the chance to write his own script, painful memories from his past resurface. Seeking solace, he...

The friendship between two boys end when one finally admits they need to part ways.

Having left their home country for almost 20 years, a mother, her son and her daughter reminisce of their days in Armenia and reflect on how...

A short film inspired by Port of Entry, the immersive theater experience created by Albany Park Theater Project and Third Rail Projects.

About a hedgehog who dreamed of a miracle on New Year's Eve.

When fifteen-year-old Bram meets Florian at a house party, he immediately falls for him. There's only one problem: nobody knows Bram is gay.

In a world shrouded by darkness, a striking visual journey follows a flicker of light as it battles the shadows to restore a long-lost sense of hope.

A Halloween meet-cute brings Nat face to face with her own fears, and someone who just might change everything

A young couple embarks on the exciting journey of adoption, preparing to welcome a new member into their family. As they navigate the ups and downs...

Valerie, a college student in Manhattan, travels to Brooklyn for the afternoon, where she meets Clara, whom she falls for. Yet she struggles to...

A Miami boy’s journey into manhood over the most important summer of his life as he must learn to escape the influence of his mother’s...

Leo, a young aspiring writer struggling with self-worth creatively, has an eventful dream.