Cafe Wren
Saturday, October 10th & Sunday, October 11th
10:30am
611 Broad Street, Milford, PA
Seating is first come, first served.
A selection of conservation, experimental and student film segments hosted by Volunteer Geo Vanasco!
SATURDAY SHOWCASE - October 10, 2026 - ADMISSION – FREE (Donations Accepted)
OCT 10 – SATURDAY
10:30 AM - Live Music: The Lucky Ones – Environmental Music
11:00 AM – DOCUMENTARY FILM
The River Raisin: A Comeback Story (60m) - Directed by Bradley M. Egen
A documentary detailing the extensive remediation, restoration, and revitalization efforts of the River Raisin in Monroe County, Michigan over the past four decades. The River Raisin’s legacy is explored through the narrative of its history from the indigenous Potawatomie peoples to the largest battle of the War of 1812 to major industry and manufacturing pollution, to a labor strike that wrought national attention, and much more.
12:00 PM - Live Music: The Lucky Ones – Experimental Music
12:15 PM – EXPERIMENTAL FILMS
Water Knows The Way (8m) - Directed by Zeping Sun
This experimental piece is a representation of the director's contemplating life's destination. In this work, the journey is not about finding an answer, but about following a path that reveals itself through movement.
Crossings (8m) - Directed by Darian Rivera
A short documentary about two artists – one is a photographer named Thomas Mezzanotte who makes photographs that look like paintings, and the other artist is Juan Garcia-Nunez who makes paintings that look like photographic negatives.
12:30 PM – STUDENT SHORT FILMS
The Sea & She (22m) - Directed by Tyler Shortt
Raised in the rhythm of the ocean, teenager Sunny Kazama grew up with surfing as both playground and teacher, absorbing lessons in patience, humility, resilience, and change. Narrated by 5-time World Champion surfer Carissa Moore, this poetic short film is a coming-of-age surf documentary about Sunny, a young woman from Hawai'i whose journey reaches far beyond the waves.
Key{stone} Lime{stone} (4m) - Directed by Anne Ciecko
This experimental piece explores the histories and memories of industry in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. Cement manufacturing, domestic labor, immigration, and family are entwined in a merging of narrative poetry, stop motion animation, and documentary-style video footage.
Where’s Safe Keeping? (15m) - Directed by Kristopher David Russin
After failing his dorm room inspection, a grieving student must find a place to store his late father's possessions before he's kicked off campus. This student filmmaker is from Glen Lyon, PA.
Wilt Chamberlain: 100 Point Game (10m) - Directed by Neda Toloui Semnani
This film examines why there have been false claims and persistent skepticism surrounding the night Wilt Chamberlin set the NBA record for scoring in one game, 100 points. The documentary takes place in Hersey, Pennsylvania. This student filmmaker is from Bellefonte, PA.
Radio Silence (15m) - Directed by Ryan James Fogler
A young, disenchanted Radio DJ working a night shift wakes up to discover that he is stuck inside of his booth with no one to help him get out. This filmmaker is from Matamoras, PA.
Bears in Hot Tubs (17min.) - Directed by Claire Musser, Maddie Bear
This is a tender, emotionally resonant short film co-created with Maddie Bear and her wild kin, who move through the suburban landscapes of Los Angeles with curiosity, intelligence, and quiet grace.
OCT 11 – SUNDAY - Seating is first come, first served.
11:00 AM – SPECIAL FEATURE ***For those who want to see more (or who missed the festival on Friday and Saturday), this is your chance to see a surprise feature at the café! This full-length piece is the story of a lifetime… and will make you want to reach the top!
Wait For The Moon (19min.) - Directed by Isabel Joy Wolk, Keilah Grace Wolk, Michael Scott Wolk
Two sisters on the run set out on a desperate journey to freedom. Dangers from the past haunt them as they face challenges and find connection on their search for the way home.