These films, all about women in love, play out against the backdrop of women’s soccer, a holiday caravan park, a 1990s Melbourne sharehouse and the rodeo.

Calamity Jane
Directed by Robin Cloud | 17 mins
A former barrel racing champion, haunted by a tragic fall, must find the courage to ride again after forming an unexpected bond with a young woman who harbours a secret of her own. Australian Premiere

Close to September
Directed by Lucía G. Romero | 30 mins
Alejandra lives on a campsite close to the big hotels. She cares for her siblings, hangs out in the neighbourhood and has casual flings with the tourists – until things get more serious when she meets Amara.

KA POW
Directed by Kate Lefoe | 14 mins
Fiery artist Bec moves into a sharehouse with the enigmatic Morgan, sparking a playful romance that tests the boundaries of love, identity and self-discovery in 1990 Melbourne. World Premiere

Ladies Night
Directed by Lucy Bubalo, Shayla Nguyen | 4 mins
During a girl’s night clubbing with her best friend Fiona, Viv spots her ex, Remy. Determined to keep the night going, Fiona helps score Viv a hot new babe to shove it in Remy’s stupid face.

The Second Time Around
Directed by Jack Howard | 12 mins
On a rainy night, while closing a cafe, a waitress is confronted by a mysterious older woman who seems to know more than she’s letting on. Australian Premiere

Solers United
Directed by Sara Harrak | 14 mins
As grass roots women’s soccer team Solers United face eviction, emotions bubble between teammates, Nelly and Bills. Enter new striker Sals, and Bills can’t help but envy her connection with Nelly. Australian Premiere

Filmmakers in attendance for introduction.