Garden State Film Festival: CT40 (6 films)

Saturday, March 28, 2026 @ 5:30pm

Cranford Theater
25 N Ave W, Cranford, NJ 07016

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The 12 Inch Pianist - A bar joke goes awry, unraveling into a surreal tale that explores the acceptance of self, others, and queer identity. Directed by Lucas Ansel (00:07:28) New Jersey Premiere

A Slice Of The Family Business - Anthony Mongiello, is an Italian-American entrepreneur who owns a global cheese empire called Formaggio. Anthony is ready to sell his company and retire. However, Anna Rose, his eldest daughter, wants to take over the family business. She shares many of her father's passionate and creative qualities - but does she truly have what is takes to manage Formaggio for the next 20-30 years? Directed by Stefano Da Fre (00:24:02) World Premiere

The Dumbletons - When his mother receives grave medical news, Walter Dumbleton is forced to reconcile with his reclusive brother Stan in order to carry out a harebrained scheme to pay for their mother's life saving operation. Directed by Wendell Laurent (00:14:00) World Premiere

Hallow's Eve - As Penny and Cooper look for some privacy, neither of them has any idea what lies ahead. Directed by Amanda Marino (00:02:32) New Jersey Premiere

The Henchman - A Gotham henchman faces his greatest challenge yet: his wife. Directed by Michael Cerisano, Kevin Burns (00:05:05) East Coast Premiere

Perfectly Seasoned - Bikram, a longtime chef and confirmed bachelor, runs his restaurant with heart and discipline. But when his niece and two meddling Aunties host a speed-dating night there, his world is thrown into comedic chaos—blending family pressure, unexpected romance, and the perfect dash of second chances. Directed by Brittany Ramjattan, Andrew Ramjattan (00:13:00) Asbury Park Premiere