The Film Lounge - Episode 701

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The Film Lounge: Episode 701

Directors of Iowa film festivals each nominated the best short film from their recent festivals.  Staff at Produce Iowa, the state office of media production, then put them together in The Film Lounge series. 

"Bed Bugs" initially presents itself to be about a young woman suffering from bed bugs, but the narrative slowly reveals a deeper truth. – Created by Kaitlyn Busbee, Clive.

"Black Excellence" celebrates African American culture by using old-school vibes in a dark night club. – Created by Antonio Chalmers, Cedar Rapids.

"It Is Other" is an exploration in animation, sound design and dream logic. It deals with the vastness of being, the quiet longing of loneliness and the strange discovery of the new. – Created by Charles Borowicz, Des Moines.

"The Aspirant" plays with themes of love and separation in a futuristic world different from our own. By playing with the known versus unknown, The film shares a story that asks new questions about human connection. – Directed by Adam Orton, Cedar Rapids.

"Sea Dogs" is a comedic cartoon meant to entertain the whole family. – Produced by Spencer Loucks, Iowa City.

Showtimes

• ArtHaus, Friday 5:05 pm