The Magic of Surrender: Friday 7:15pm Block - Tickets Just $15 (plus $1.88 SimpleTix Fees)

  • September 5, 2025 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM

  • Studio Movie Grill

    1555 Simi Town Center Way
    Simi Valley, California 93065
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Description

The Magic of Surrender

A tender and imaginative collection of stories exploring how loss, love, and letting go can lead to unexpected healing and transformation.


ELM [dir. Kay Qiao]: An abandoned doll and a scarecrow scared of crows form an unlikely bond when they work together to overcome their fears and heal their mutual pain.

To Engage [dir. Le Chau]: A romantic picnic is derailed by a marriage proposal.

The Rocket Man [dir. Laurence Cohen]: It’s a sad day when Benji is forced to accompany his father to work. Luckily enough, his imagination provides him with plenty of entertainment, until he discovers an unsettling secret.

Light Bunny [dir. Valerian Zamel]: A grieving mother receives a mysterious phone call from her deceased son, but their heartfelt reunion takes a dark turn when he asks her to fulfill a difficult request.

The Grief Counselor [dir. Bishen Sen]: An army veteran turned counselor must reconcile her grief or succumb to an addiction fueled existence meant to numb the guilt of lying to her husband.

Stone Garden [dir. Alysha Haran]: After running away from home, a young boy happens upon a mysterious stone garden. Through the help of the enigmatic Stone Witch, caretaker of the garden, he learns a painful lesson about regret, sacrifice and ultimately what it means to love and be loved.

*While we will endeavor to make sure everyone who buys a ticket will get a seat, please know All Access Passes are guaranteed priority entry over paid tickets, limited only by capacity. Seating is not pre-assigned and will be given on a first come first served basis.

Date & Time

Fri, Sep 5, 2025 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM

Venue Details

Studio Movie Grill

1555 Simi Town Center Way
Simi Valley, California 93065 Studio Movie Grill
SIMI Film Fest

SIMI Film Fest is more than just a screening event — it’s a creative experience set in the heart of Simi Valley. Now in its third year, the festival brings together independent filmmakers from around the globe for five days of powerful storytelling, hands-on industry experiences, and meaningful connection.

This year’s fest includes filmmaker field trips, live scoring performances, behind-the-scenes panels, and one-on-one networking opportunities — all designed to celebrate the full spectrum of creative talent, both in front of and behind the camera.

Whether you're a filmmaker, film lover, or industry pro, SIMI Film Fest is a place to be inspired, get involved, and discover what’s next in independent cinema.


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