You’re invited to join us for a theatrical screening of the five short films created in the recently completed 2025 edition of Project Involve. During the event, we will also introduce our 2026 Project Involve cohort.

Entering its 33rd year, Project Involve is our longest-running Artist Development program, dedicated to empowering filmmakers from underrepresented backgrounds. We’re proud to present these five short films and honored to be a leader in the push to create a more inclusive and equitable industry. Join us in shaping the future by making a donation today.
 
The 2025 Project Involve Short Films and Fellows are:

In Sickness and In Health

While on a romantic getaway to reconnect as a couple after her husband’s grueling exorcism, a devout wife must confront her fears that the ritual failed and her husband is still possessed.

Director: Alexandria Collins
Writer: Montserrat Luna-Ballantyne
Producer: Masora Fukuda
Executive Producer: Folashade Ade-Banjo
Cinematographer: Iris Lee
Editor: Emiliano Styles

Keepsake

A year after her father’s passing, Saira tries to connect with her mom and brother but struggles as they seem to have moved on without her.

Director: Ritvik Dhavale
Writer: Bushra Burney
Producer: Eduardo Ayres Soares
Executive Producer: Connie Qin
Cinematographer: Robert Chuck
Editor: Jazmin Jamias

Pack

A young werewolf tries to befriend a group of werewolf hunters while keeping their identity hidden.

Director: Peiqi Peng
Writer: Jax Ball
Producer: Aishwarya Sonar
Executive Producer: Ewea Teresa
Cinematographer: Erin G. Wesley
Editor: Skylar Lin

Seaweed Snacks

A hard-edged dad just wants to survive another birthday party, but when a try-hard super dad won’t take “no” for an answer, things get real awkward… real fast.

Director: Sylvia Ray
Writer: Brandyn Johnson
Producer: Andrés L. Correa
Executive Producer: Tyrin Bell-Sinkfield
Cinematographer: Sade Ndya
Editor: Avo John Kambourian

Tradwife

An actress turned tradwife influencer finally finds her dream audience, but when a troll exposes the cracks in her picture-perfect marriage during a live stream, she stages a high-stakes dinner that might just save her show – or end the act for good.

Director: Jacob Combs
Writer: Laura Hunter Drago
Producer: Casey Naranjo
Executive Producer: Jaycie Luo
Cinematographer: Omer Lotan
Editor: Amy Rosenberg
 

Registration Information

Film Lover Members receive priority entry at this event. Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access, and receive both priority entry and reserved seating. Email membership@filmindependent.org for more.

All Film Independent Members and the general public can register for this event starting at 1:00 pm on Thursday, November 20. | Registration is free; one registration per individual.
 

Tickets/Parking

On the day of the event, registered Members may pick up tickets as early as 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time – look for Film Independent signage. Tickets are nontransferable and for general, unreserved theater seating only (except for Arts Circle Members). Attendees must be in their seat(s) at least 15 minutes prior to the advertised start time or seat(s) may be released. Entry/seating will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests may not enter the venue without the Member/individual who registered them present. Registration does not guarantee entry, even with a ticket in hand.

The Directors Guild of America provides several levels of free, secure underground parking on site. Enter via Hayworth.
 

Accessibility

Film Independent is committed to hosting events that are accessible. For inquiries regarding accessibility, or to request an accommodation, please contact us at accessibility@filmindependent.org or 323 556 9305.
 

Screening Policies

Availability window and registration capacity may vary; always register as early as possible. Limit one registration per individual, per event.

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Event details and guest participation are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.