A TRIP TO PRAGUE, illustrated with beautiful simplicity, tells a four and a half minute story of how a man finds a special connection to Prague. It's amazing how a whole story can be told in such a short time.
Barber's Crossing, on the contrary, is 20 minute. The story of a cross-dressing barber in a small town is engaging but way too developed for a short. I spaced out during the middle and still got the gist. The concept isn't strong enough for a feature length film, but with some editing it could be a great 10 minute short.
Coffee Date is an indie film alternative to IN AND OUT. As I watched Todd try to prove his heterosexuality while developing a close relationship with a gay man, I kept thinking I knew him from somewhere. Most people will find a familiar face in Sally Kirkland, who plays the quintessential mother. Just plain fun, this film offers plot twists and characters that everybody can identify with.