STORIES RETOLD “A man’s real possession is his memory. In nothing else is he rich, in nothing else is he poor.” - Alexander Smith SIONS Center Stage Alliance • Friday 9/8 • 11:30AM - 12:45PM FIRST MEMORY Director: Chip Hackler United States • 2022 • Short Narrative • 0:01:00 Memory’s a funny thing. EARTHLING Directors: Keith Lane & Molly Graham United States • 2023 • Animation • 0:10:17 An animated documentary about Jack Weiner, a grown man whose entire life has been shaped by being abducted by aliens when he was young, a life story nobody believes. LINDA & HENRY Director: Rebecca Branson Jones United States • 2022 • Short Documentary • 0:25:25 SHORT FILM SES A celebration of the love story of the Mabes, now in their 51st year of marriage and Henry’s 60th year of playing fiddle, showcasing Henry’s brilliant talent and Linda’s steadfast support and also discontent of “festival life.” WILDERNESS THERAPY Director: Nate Wiggins United States • 2023 • Short Documentary • 0:28:11 Venturing into the controversial world of wilderness therapy programs, this documentary explores the delicate balance between the beneficial power of nature and the negative encounters experienced by participants during their time in camp. 24