Josephine Doe
Running time: 72 mins
"We're all mad." Claire tells the police officer, "It was all Jo's idea." But who's Jo? Jo is the bright spark in Claires recently darkened reality; a new friend in an otherwise isolated world. The two young women hit the town to let off some steam-and find themselves in trouble with local law enforcement. In the blink of an eye, Claire discovers that Jo is not what she seems-not at all-and her easy friendship with the lighthearted, young woman splits open to reveal the truth. Luminously shot in black and white, Josephine Doe is a raw exploration of family trauma and mental health that shows the thin line between our realities. - Pia Chamberlain Preceded by the short film: Birthday; dir. Chris King; United States; 13 min.