SF IndieFest: Encrypted & Suburban Story
Filmmakers in attendance
Encrypted: We follow Gia, a young woman with too much weight on her shoulders, as she scathes her way through a brand new journey of self-discovery, which forces her to face her inner child for the first time. The story primarily highlights the importance of treating mental health, specifically in Black households. More importantly, it warns its audiences of the potential effects that follow negligence of the self and lovelessness. The story threads a needle through every life that has been altered—or taken—as a result of untreated and/or undiscovered mental health illnesses. (52 min, dir. Miyoni Nelson)
Suburban Story: Struggling against the harsh realities of poverty, a devoted father, Mike reluctantly turns to burglary to provide for his daughter. Amidst the complexities of his choices, the narrative unfolds through the varied viewpoints of those touched by his actions, including the menacing presence of Red, his psychopathic partner in crime. The story weaves a tapestry of morality, betrayal, and unexpected consequences as a desperate man navigates a world where the pursuit of a better life carries profound implications for all involved. (30 min, dir. Chris Yen)