Martin is afraid of the dark + International Shorts 5
Saturday 21 March 2025
20:00
This screening features 5 short films, and will be followed by a free drink. All films are in English OR have English subtitles.​
@ Velvet Room, Alpacastraat 29, 9000 Gent
Tickets are FREE (incl. a free drink).

This Between Us (Belgium) by Helena Taghon
In "This Between Us" a night in the birth village of student Lola provides insights into the fiery, yet fragile connection between her and her mother Sanne.
Running time: 00:13:00

The journey (United Kingdom) by Mel Steele
As a non driver journey's seem to flash by sometimes as unlike the driver who has to concentrate I get lost in the scenery as it flashes by me and feel I arrive at the destination without having taken notice of the scenery.. Just lines speeding by me
Running time: 00:02:30

Dead tooth (France) by Romane Eilahtan
Tara has a dental appointment to fix a dead tooth. But one unexpected event after another turns this endless day into hell. Will Tara find a way to smile again and at what costs?
Running time: 00:20:00

An excess baggage (France) by Myriam Garcia Marienstras
Sophie hides her unease within the intense bond she shares with her daughter, Lila. When Lila leaves for summer camp, Sophie finds herself alone for the first time, overwhelmed by separation and emotional dependency. As the day unfolds, she drifts through encounters and small gestures, trying awkwardly to fill the void. An Excess Baggage portrays a woman whose love, though sincere, becomes too heavy to carry.
Running time: 00:16:20

Martin is afraid of the dark (Belgium) by Victor Ruprich Robert
Every day, Daphné's body gradually changes before Martin's eyes, who does not seem determined to question their relationship
Running time: 00:25:00


