BAFM Presents: Screening Series Vol. 1

Bay Area Film Mixer kicks off its brand-new Screening Series with an evening dedicated to showcasing bold, original short films created by local filmmakers. This inaugural lineup features three standout works that reflect the depth, diversity, and innovation of the Bay’s creative community, along with a collection of trailers.

Curated with connection in mind, this event isn’t just about watching great films — it’s about sparking conversations and building relationships. Join us for an unforgettable night of local cinema, followed by networking at Kiito’s Cocktail Lounge (200 Capp St, San Francisco, CA 94110) and a Q&A with the filmmakers.

Short Films:

The Tall Dark Man (2025)
15 mins 38s
Taylor Phillips

At her wits’ end, Natalie turns to local legend and summons a mythical hit man known only as The Tall Dark Man to dispatch with her blackmailing ex. When the murder goes horribly awry, she becomes the target of the very evil she unleashed. 

 “Just Breakfast” (2025)
18:10 mins
Roth Rind

On what should be a romantic day in the park, Josh plans to propose to his overworked girlfriend Tina. But as work calls keep interrupting—and Tina scrambles to salvage a botched breakfast order for her egotistical boss—their idyllic moment spirals into chaos. What starts as a simple picnic becomes a hilarious and heartfelt tug-of-war between career ambition and personal connection, ultimately forcing the couple to confront whether love can survive in a world that never clocks out.

 MOTOS (2025)
19 mins
Jesus Beltran

Two cousins scraping by as loggers in the post wildfire Santa Cruz Mountains discover something deep in the redwood forest that can bring them together, or tear them apart.

 Feel Me (2025)
2 mins 32s
Dave Moutray

In a high school brimming with secrets and unspoken emotions, a teenage empath struggles to control her overwhelming ability to feel others’ emotions, as she uncovers the unsettling mystery surrounding her father’s disappearance and a teacher’s sudden absence.

 After What Happened at the Library (2025)
15 mins
Syra McCarthy

In the wake of a terrifying encounter, an overwhelmed drag queen struggles under the weight of public attention.

 

With your Roxie ticket stub, enjoy 15% off your first drink and a free welcome shot at Kiitos. Food is available for purchase. Sponsored by Kiitos Cocktail Lounge and Bay Area Film Mixer.