This gripping block features three short films exploring hidden motives and complex relationships. Philip and Timothy Linnik’s They Were Art Thieves follows two brothers in a life where survival means dancing through the shadows, facing the chance to live out their dreams through freedom. Monique Yvonne’s Ashes to Ashes portrays a young woman receiving mysterious objects that blur reality and illusion, forcing her to confront the unknown. Harold Bohorquez’s Zulian Pretzel depicts a police officer recruiting two teenage hustlers to his wife’s failing restaurant, uncovering a hidden pregnancy, a fractured marriage, and the true meaning of family. The Linniks, Yvonne, and Bohorquez craft intense, evocative narratives that delve into deception, survival, and personal reckoning. This block offers a thrilling exploration of shadowy intentions and emotional truths, perfect for attendees craving stories that challenge and captivate.