Bay Area Film Night

Bay Area Film Night celebrates the storytellers who make The Bay one of the most creative regions in the world. Hosted at the historic Grand Lake Theatre, our second annual event showcases four award-winning short films from standout local filmmakers: Jamal Trulove, D’Lo Louis, Erica Eng and Davy Mansanalez.

A night rooted in community, culture and the voices shaping the future of Bay Area cinema.
December 16, 2025 — Grand Lake Theatre, Oakland, CA.

FILM LOGLINES:

• I THOUGHT YOU'D NEVER ASK (TRT: 23 mins)- A woman struggles with the thought of aging while waiting for her hesitant lover to propose.
• SHOEBOX (TRT: 12 mins) - A short film about young man's life, circumstances and survival.
• AMERICANIZED (TRT: 17 mins) - As her sophomore year of high school comes to an end, Eng tries to find a sense of belonging within two worlds that don't accept her.
• IN BROAD DAYLIGHT (TRT: 17 mins) - A Sheriff's Deputy is faced with a life-altering decision after following his training officers' unwarranted orders.

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