Pablo Velho

"After Mountains" is the story of the young Ellie, who meets Noah, another kid of her age, while visiting her sick grandpa at the hospital with her mom. Through a child's eyes, this short will explore the themes of grief, as well as intergenerational conflicts and misunderstanding that can occur while facing a family crisis.

Toni, a driven and successful architect, is on the brink of achieving her career dreams when her world is turned upside down by the sudden decline of her wife, Olivia. As Olivia’s health rapidly deteriorates, Toni is faced with an agonizing decision: continue pursuing her professional ambitions, or put everything on hold to fully devote herself to caring for Olivia. Torn between the two, Toni grapples with the emotional and practical implications of her choices, unsure whether she can reconcile her deep love for her wife with her desire for personal fulfillment. In this poignant, heart-wrenching journey, Toni must confront the true cost of love, sacrifice, and self-discovery, questioning what it means to honor both her heart and her dreams.