Dramedy

Where life's messy moments blur the line between laughter and drama. A Night In: Sal arrives at a luxury rental to find Brady already inside, double booked. Their awkward standoff spirals into a surreal night of psychological games, hospitality, and connection. Fender Bender: While arguing about moving in together, Gabe and Julia are rear-ended by Gabe's therapist, turning an accident into an impromptu therapy session. LAY LEFTY DOWN: Two women unexpectedly unite through stories of grief and laughter, after their family throws a surprise memorial for a left breast. LUCKY LIAM: A motormouthed hustler's forest execution is interrupted when a skittish rookie hitman botches his first job at the exact same spot. Mort: A risk-averse actuary's all-nighter spirals into absurdity when an unexpected visitor claiming to be Death, forces him to reevaluate his life choices as the clock ticks down. The Cranberry Effect: A sharp detective followed by her assistant investigates a grisly diner massacre, but her mind is consumed by a roasted chicken recipe that’s driving her mad. The Method: To get out of the doghouse, a desperate husband hires a washed-up actor turned con artist to pose as a couples therapist – until a mix-up flips the script.

  • 88 minutes
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About San Diego International Film Festival

For 25 years, the San Diego International Film Festival has been Celebrating the Power of Film while living at the intersection of culture, coast and cinema —championing bold stories, global perspectives, and meaningful connections in one of the world’s most dynamic cities. As we celebrate our 25th Anniversary, we honor the past, engage the present, and look toward the future of film in San Diego and beyond.