CCFF 2025 STONEONTA, NY FESTIVAL PROGRAM

Meet the host, Rob Cantrell!

Rob Cantrell is a Brooklyn based comedian, musician, actor, writer and filmmaker. Rob has acted in TV shows The Last OG (2020), The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2022), Girls5eva (2023) and appears in a new indie horror feature film titled Traction Park Massacre (2025). He released a Stand-Up Album (12 tracks of Live jokes/storty-telling) titled Pure Uncut Joy (2018) and a 7 track music EP Caffeinated Dope Rhymes (2021).

As a Stand-Up, since 2005 Cantrell has headlined top comedy clubs, music venues and theaters: plus appeared at the SXSW, Bonnoroo and The New York Comedy Festival. He has also written for projects on Adult Swim, Comedy Central, Vice, High Times Magazine & The Howard Stern Show.

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 5th

7PM - DOORS OPEN

7:30PM - ROB CANTRELL STAND UP

8PM - THE BIG LEBOWSKI

Lebowski Trivia & Costume Contest!

Jeff "The Dude" Lebowski, mistaken for a millionaire of the same name, seeks restitution for his ruined rug and enlists his bowling buddies to help get it.

Prizes for Lebowski Trivia & Costume Contest Winners!

10PM - HIPPY HOUR

10PM HIPPY HOUR $25, 21+ ONLY!

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 6th

1PM - MOVIE SCRIPT PITCH CONTEST

Filmmakers will be pitching their movie scripts and the winners will receive consultation with film producers and win a prize.

Attend the event to listen in and vote for your favorite pitch!

2PM - WEED & CREATIVITY PANEL

Join our panel as we discuss Weed & Creativity!

The relationship between cannabis and creativity is complex and has been the subject of endless research. Does it enhance creativity? Does it increase divergent thinking?

Our Panel Guests: Rob Cantrell (comedian, writer, actor), Kymberly Byrnes (influencer, activist, entrepreneur), Greg Klein (filmmaker, producer, podcaster), Tim Mattson (CCFF Festival Director), and David Walters (photographer, filmmaker, artist)

3PM - DOC BLOCK

Documentary Shorts

“ROLLED WITH CARE”

Directed by Shaindel Brodie / United States, FL

A short documentary exploring the niche world of professional joint rollers in New York City in 2024. The film dives into the culture and craft behind rolling, featuring interviews with paper brands, influencers, and seasoned rollers who share their stories, techniques, and visions for the future of the industry. We also hear from everyday New Yorkers and step inside a rolling class to capture the artistry, education, and evolving community around this unique profession.

“HEMPMAN VS. THE STATE”

Directed by Sampsa Huttunen / Finland

Hempman vs. the State is a story of a man who wants to cultivate cannabis openly and without asking for permissions. Authorities are not in favour of his endeavour, and although the fields are blooming, many obstacles stand in the way of the harvest. The film goes through a decade-long story of Finnish farmer Timo Haara’s quest to grow cannabis and its ramifications, showing us what civil disobedience and fighting against the system can do to a man.

4:20PM - LONG SHORTS

Short films over 15-minutes long.

“JOINT VENTURE - A Joint Venture Comedy”

Directed by Caleb Turner & Kyle Fauber / United States, CA

In the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, three naive stoners embark on a strange & perilous odyssey across Los Angeles in search for weed.

“A STRANGE TRIP”

Directed by Mike L. Hall / United States, TX

An aging hippie father and his stiff, uptight lawyer son who hit the road together for a wild trip to the Woodstock Museum in White Lake, New York. Their cross-country adventure is filled with hilarious mishaps and unexpected detours, but through all the chaos, they manage to reconnect and strengthen their father-son bond. It’s a journey of laughter, love, and rediscovery!

“4/20 Every Day”

Directed by Tyler Justin Pruyn / United States, CA

A stoner finds himself in a seemingly never ending loop on 4/20.

6:15PM - SHORT SHORTS

Short films under 15-minutes long.

“Late Rituals”

Directed by Martin Rois / Argentina

A solitary soul seeking refuge in the sanctuary of home, liberating herself from the burdens of reality. In pursuit of distraction, she immerses herself in simple yet soothing activities and contemplation within the confines of her apartment, all leading up to a final immersion.

“DOOMERS”

Directed by Janina Rook / Germany

It's too hot to do anything. A comedy-short for the Summer of Doom and Gloom.

“GOBBITS”

Directed by Nick Zweig / United States, NY

A series of not stories, but not not stories? Enjoy the ride.

“PANIC SWITCH”

Directed by Cameron Red Howe / United States, PA

Stop motion animation of a standup performance telling the story of the speaker, a high school teacher, managing his class when a student finds a bag of weed. His class gets excited and speculates about who the drugs could belong to until the culprit returns to try and find the bag.

“RUNNING - Big Lou & ScrmmbledEggs”

Directed by Brad Spencer / Canada

In this high-energy, comedic music video, hip-hop duo Big Lou & ScrmmbledEggs are deep in a pizza-fueled hotbox session when they suddenly realize - they're late for their show at London Brewing Co-op! What follows is an epic, retro-infused footrace across the city, complete with '80s tracksuits, slice-sneaking pit stop, finger skateboarding detours, and hilarious near-wipeouts. As the sun sets, the two friends collide outside the venue, bursting through the doors just in time to hit the stage and bring the house down.

“THE DOOBEY”

Directed by Dom / United States

What happens when you mix Sticky Ice and Nuclear Heat together?

“THE HIGH ROAD”

Directed by Kimberley Wells / Canada

Two best friends go on an adventure to find some weed.

“THE MAGIC SEED”

Directed by Chris Chappell / United States, NC

 A film about a guy (Bud Greenfield), who's friend (Blue) has to move to Colorado for cancer treatment. Who sends back a magic seed that grows into something special.

2019 CCFF MIAMI

BEST ORIGINAL SHORT FILM

“HIGHER SPACE”

Directed by Vitaliy Strokus / United States

7:30PM - FEATURE FILM

CCFF 2025 Official Selection

“ASTRAL PLANE DRIFTER”

Directed by Scott Slone / United States, CA

Sometime before yesterday... or after tomorrow, a man called Drifter, goes on an existential journey through a maze of outrageous scenarios with his trusted Sidekick, to save the day. The girl. And maybe even the Universe!

CCFF 2025 AWARD CEREMONY

Following the Feature Film screening around 9:30PM.