Film School Shorts

“Behind Closed Doors” | Season 4, Episode 9

Season 4 Episode 27 | 24m 53s

In Busted on Brigham Lane, a young girl gets creative as she attempts to convince her estranged father to attend her 18th birthday celebration. Directed by Talibah Newman. Followed by Expiration Date, where fridge foods come to life to fight a zombie apocalypse. Directed by Sarah Tejeda.

Aired: 11/07/16

Rating: NR

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