A selection of documentaries, narratives and animated short films by Alabamians or about Alabama.
What If? Directed by Emma Bradley Bothwell 1:59 • United States Cassidy learns that nervousness is a two-way street as she tries to speak to her crush.
The Wilhelm Scream Directed by Anna Quinlan 11:50 • United States The Wilhelm Scream has made an appearance in hundreds of films, TV shows, video games, and commercials over the past 70 years. Now discover the story behind the most infamous joke in cinema history.
Fail Year Directed by Beau Shepherd, Apollo Shepherd 2:17 • United States After moving to a city, we watch as a man proceeds to have the worst year of his life. Perhaps the new year will kick off on a higher note.
It Draws Closer Directed by Joshua David Matthews 4:30 • United States A young woman discovers the creature she just sketched is in the bedroom with her.
Next Show in 90 Minutes Directed by John T. Hill 7:20 • United States A routine both natural and unnatural unfolds in the heart of one of America's most cherished landscapes. Content Warning: This film contains mild body horror and brief violence.
b[Reach] Directed by Rachel Hendrix 10:45 • United States A mother struggling with postpartum intrusive thoughts confronts her mental state in a desperate phone call.
A Place to Be Fed Directed by Billy Ivey 19:46 • United States James Harris strives to create a self-sustaining and replicable place of hope, healing, and restoration for food desert communities. The film shines a light on our universal need for healthy food, and a place to call our own.
Neither Donkey Nor Horse Directed by Robin Wang 28:29 • United States Amidst the outbreak of the 1910 Manchurian Plague, a young Chinese doctor must defy prejudices of both the East and the West to champion his groundbreaking theory of the disease and seek the truth that will heal it.
Monday August 18, 2025 6:00pm - 7:45pm CDT Sidewalk Cinema Theater A1821 2nd Ave. N., Birmingham, AL 35203
A selection of documentaries, narratives and animated short films by Alabamians or about Alabama.
What If? Directed by Emma Bradley Bothwell 1:59 • United States Cassidy learns that nervousness is a two-way street as she tries to speak to her crush.
The Wilhelm Scream Directed by Anna Quinlan 11:50 • United States The Wilhelm Scream has made an appearance in hundreds of films, TV shows, video games, and commercials over the past 70 years. Now discover the story behind the most infamous joke in cinema history.
Fail Year Directed by Beau Shepherd, Apollo Shepherd 2:17 • United States After moving to a city, we watch as a man proceeds to have the worst year of his life. Perhaps the new year will kick off on a higher note.
It Draws Closer Directed by Joshua David Matthews 4:30 • United States A young woman discovers the creature she just sketched is in the bedroom with her.
Next Show in 90 Minutes Directed by John T. Hill 7:20 • United States A routine both natural and unnatural unfolds in the heart of one of America's most cherished landscapes. Content Warning: This film contains mild body horror and brief violence.
b[Reach] Directed by Rachel Hendrix 10:45 • United States A mother struggling with postpartum intrusive thoughts confronts her mental state in a desperate phone call.
A Place to Be Fed Directed by Billy Ivey 19:46 • United States James Harris strives to create a self-sustaining and replicable place of hope, healing, and restoration for food desert communities. The film shines a light on our universal need for healthy food, and a place to call our own.
Neither Donkey Nor Horse Directed by Robin Wang 28:29 • United States Amidst the outbreak of the 1910 Manchurian Plague, a young Chinese doctor must defy prejudices of both the East and the West to champion his groundbreaking theory of the disease and seek the truth that will heal it.
Monday August 18, 2025 6:30pm - 8:15pm CDT Sidewalk Cinema Theater B1821 2nd Ave. N., Birmingham, AL 35203
USA • 1 hour 47 minutes • documentary Directed by Jason Sciavicco
“For the Love of the Game” is a phrase that is thrown around easily, but for the players on the Birmingham-Southern College baseball team it’s a lifestyle. Far from the money driven world of big-time college athletics and NIL contracts, these are true student athletes that are chasing a dream without scholarships or the perks that come with playing for a major program. Following years of financial difficulty post-Covid and a rollercoaster ride dealing with the state legislature to secure funding, Birmingham-Southern College is out of options and is forced to announce they are closing down. Despite the crushing news and now facing uncertain futures, the BSC Panthers respond with an improbable winning streak that secures a spot in the postseason and lifts the spirit of the BSC faithful. The eclectic collection of players and their inspirational coach are pursuing a legendary playoff run that continues after the demise of the school they play for.
USA • 1 hour 47 minutes • documentary Directed by Jason Sciavicco
“For the Love of the Game” is a phrase that is thrown around easily, but for the players on the Birmingham-Southern College baseball team it’s a lifestyle. Far from the money driven world of big-time college athletics and NIL contracts, these are true student athletes that are chasing a dream without scholarships or the perks that come with playing for a major program. Following years of financial difficulty post-Covid and a rollercoaster ride dealing with the state legislature to secure funding, Birmingham-Southern College is out of options and is forced to announce they are closing down. Despite the crushing news and now facing uncertain futures, the BSC Panthers respond with an improbable winning streak that secures a spot in the postseason and lifts the spirit of the BSC faithful. The eclectic collection of players and their inspirational coach are pursuing a legendary playoff run that continues after the demise of the school they play for.
