They say folks from all around the world yearn to attend the NFFTY School of Performance, so come get a glimpse into the best our (imaginary) conservatory has to offer. With remarkable rain ceremonies to valiant vengeance, prepare to be enthralled by the power of performance.

After discovering an oil spill polluting her land, a lonely woman seeks to avenge the death of her closest companion and punish the guilty through an extreme act of defiance.

In Situ

When her young son starts "speaking" to his recently deceased father on a toy phone, a mother is forced to confront the loss she never quite dealt with.

Toy Phone

A village of the distant Tswana people of South Africa find themselves in a 2-year long drought. The time has come for the newly initiated princesses to perform the rain ceremony to their gods; in hopes that the rains will fall. Princess Goitsemedi, at first shy's away from performing the dance but as conditions get worse and the dancers begin to faint, she is faced with the task of performing the dance against the Queen's wishes.

Why Did the Sunset?

On one night, three lonely next-door neighbors find themselves in search of connection, forgiveness, and company in an old apartment building.

Where No One Lives

A mysterious virus transmitted through pollen flares up, threatening to deafen whoever gets contaminated. A new couple is forced to quarantine together in a small New York apartment.

Jungle Rhythms

Palpable Performances - Presented by Chapman University Dodge College

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The National Film Festival for Talented Youth - 16th Anniversary Edition

Here's what's coming up soon. Can't make it? No sweat. Many live streams will be available for on-demand viewing as well.