Cafe 404 – GIFFT Toronto

Cafe 404 – GIFFT Toronto

A rundown establishment, a retro diner, lies in the middle of nowhere on the MOTORWAY. It’s our hero’s, Jimmy, only legacy and connection to his deceased parents. It’s where he lived his whole life. Even when the new MOTORWAY blocked access to the diner, Jimmy preferred to stay, holding on to the memories of his family and providing a job to three incompetent but deep-down good-hearted employees.

Mara, the rebellious till girl; Nicko, the grumpy handyman who struggles to complete his pension plan; and Abi, a Nigerian immigrant who works there as the cook. Jimmy’s biggest fear becomes a reality: the bank forecloses on his beloved diner. As the night progresses, distrust and greed rear their heads, relationships are shaken, characters are tested and deep buried secrets are revealed. Jimmy and all three employees, alongside their internal rivalry, will encounter the local
police, surreal travellers, and drug barons.

Director: Alex Tsilifonis

Duration: 1:30′

This screening includes the short film:

Rotten

A middling rock band nearing the end of its brief prime refuses to play a show because no one appreciates their new music. Their manager must convince them to play for the awaiting crowd. A world of huge but fragile egos, manipulation, and greed slowly reveals itself as fights break out between all parties close to the band. “Rotten” is a chaotic drama that takes a brief look at a band’s dynamics as well as some of the people around them. It is meant to evoke themes of aging, time passing you by, and choosing between your art and success in the entertainment industry.

Director: Telly Bitsakakis

Duration: 00:13′

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