{"id":13468,"date":"2026-10-20T13:50:36","date_gmt":"2026-10-20T17:50:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/magazine.watchjaro.com\/?p=13468"},"modified":"2026-10-20T13:50:36","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T17:50:36","slug":"minutes-ii-seconds-pviff-2026-finalist-13468-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magazine.watchjaro.com\/minutes-ii-seconds-pviff-2026-finalist-13468-2\/","title":{"rendered":"MINUTES II SECONDS Brings Surreal Mystery to PVIFF 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The passage of time can change how people understand themselves, but some questions about identity are not easily answered by looking backward.<\/p>\n

That uncertainty shapes MINUTES II SECONDS<\/em>, a 19-minute, 54-second short film directed by Anthony R. Page that has been named an official finalist for the 2026 Peachtree Village International Film Festival<\/a> (PVIFF).<\/p>\n

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Produced by Patrice Ri’Kay Hrabowskie, Rickey James Hrabowskie, Page, Farid Momodu and Demetri Landell, the film follows Desi, a woman whose approaching birthday becomes the starting point for an extraordinary journey.<\/p>\n

Facing the prospect of celebrating while separated from her childhood self, Desi enters a nonlinear, surrealistic experience that takes her through a forest and a nightclub.<\/p>\n

What begins as an exploration of curiosity and identity becomes increasingly dangerous when her actions inadvertently unleash Seraphine, a deadly force whose emergence sets off events that challenge Desi’s understanding of reality.<\/p>\n

The production joins the PVIFF finalist lineup ahead of the festival’s Nov. 5-8 gathering in Atlanta.<\/p>\n

A Journey Beyond Time and Familiar Reality<\/h2>\n

At the center of MINUTES II SECONDS<\/em> is Desi, a woman confronting the passage of time and her relationship with the person she once was.<\/p>\n

With her birthday approaching, the separation between her present identity and childhood self becomes part of an increasingly unusual personal journey.<\/p>\n

Rather than following a conventional path, Desi’s adventure unfolds through nonlinear storytelling, moving between the depths of a forest and the atmosphere of a nightclub.<\/p>\n

These contrasting environments provide the setting for an exploration of memory, curiosity and the uncertainty surrounding personal identity.<\/p>\n

As Desi ventures deeper into the experience, the boundaries between familiar reality and the extraordinary become increasingly difficult to define.<\/p>\n

Her search for understanding takes an unexpected turn when she inadvertently releases Seraphine.<\/p>\n

The emergence of this deadly force transforms her personal exploration into something far more threatening, creating a chain of events that challenges what she believes about herself and the world around her.<\/p>\n

The film’s premise places questions of identity and perception at the center of a story where the passage of time does not necessarily follow a predictable direction.<\/p>\n

Identity, Memory and the Uncertainty of Self-Discovery<\/h2>\n

One of the central themes of MINUTES II SECONDS<\/em> is the relationship between personal identity and the experiences that shape it.<\/p>\n

Desi’s encounter with the idea of her childhood self introduces questions about how people reconcile who they once were with who they have become.<\/p>\n

The approaching birthday provides an especially meaningful backdrop for that exploration.<\/p>\n

Birthdays often represent celebration and personal milestones, but they can also become occasions for reflection, uncertainty and the reassessment of one’s place in life.<\/p>\n

For Desi, that moment develops into something far more complicated.<\/p>\n

Her journey brings together curiosity, memory and fear, suggesting that seeking answers about the self may involve confronting experiences or possibilities that remain difficult to understand.<\/p>\n

The film’s nonlinear structure also opens the door to questions about how time, memory and personal perception influence one another.<\/p>\n

Rather than presenting identity as something fixed, MINUTES II SECONDS<\/em> explores a situation in which Desi’s understanding of herself becomes increasingly uncertain.<\/p>\n

When Curiosity Awakens Something Dangerous<\/h2>\n

While the story begins with Desi’s search for self-understanding, the emergence of Seraphine introduces a supernatural threat.<\/p>\n

The deadly force is unleashed inadvertently, complicating a journey that initially centers on curiosity and personal discovery.<\/p>\n

This development creates tension between Desi’s desire for answers and the consequences of pursuing them.<\/p>\n

As events unfold, the question of what is real becomes increasingly important to her experience.<\/p>\n

The presence of Seraphine also adds another dimension to the film’s exploration of identity, placing Desi in circumstances where her perceptions are challenged by forces she did not anticipate.<\/p>\n

With a runtime of nearly 20 minutes, MINUTES II SECONDS<\/em> uses surrealistic storytelling to explore a narrative that moves between introspection, mystery and supernatural danger.<\/p>\n

Meet the Filmmakers and Cast<\/h2>\n

Anthony R. Page directs MINUTES II SECONDS<\/em> and serves as a producer alongside Patrice Ri’Kay Hrabowskie, Rickey James Hrabowskie, Farid Momodu and Demetri Landell.<\/p>\n

The ensemble cast features Patrice Ri’Kay Hrabowskie, Maya, Theo Jones, Sefora Adjaho, Nena Valeria, Cheryl Everette Booker, Ah’Sune McPhearson, Isaiah Platter, Joe Welling and Kyle Forte.<\/p>\n

The production combines nonlinear storytelling and surrealistic imagery with themes of identity, memory and supernatural conflict.<\/p>\n

Its selection as a PVIFF finalist places the project among the independent productions recognized for the festival’s 2026 competition.<\/p>\n

PVIFF Finalists Compete Through Judging and Audience Engagement<\/h2>\n

The 2026 Peachtree Village International Film Festival is incorporating professional judging and audience participation into its finalist evaluation process.<\/p>\n

Under the festival’s announced scoring structure, 70% of each finalist’s overall competition score will come from evaluations by judges representing PVIFF and JaroGO<\/a>. The remaining 30% will be determined by audience engagement through the JaroGO streaming platform.<\/p>\n

Participating finalist films are scheduled to be available on JaroGO during a limited competition viewing period, allowing audiences to watch, rate and comment on the selected productions.<\/p>\n

The initiative is designed to provide independent filmmakers with additional visibility while extending the festival experience beyond traditional theatrical screenings.<\/p>\n

JaroGO is available on iOS and Android in the United States and Canada.<\/p>\n

About the 2026 Peachtree Village International Film Festival<\/h2>\n

Founded in 2005, the Peachtree Village International Film Festival has developed into a platform connecting independent filmmakers, actors, producers, writers, and entertainment professionals with audiences and industry opportunities.<\/p>\n

Operating under its guiding philosophy, “It Takes a Village,” PVIFF combines film screenings and awards with professional development opportunities, industry panels, masterclasses and networking experiences.<\/p>\n

The 2026 festival will take place Nov. 5-8 in Atlanta, Georgia, continuing its commitment to supporting independent voices and expanding access within the entertainment industry.<\/p>\n

MINUTES II SECONDS<\/em> enters this year’s competition as an official finalist, with award results to be determined through the festival’s judging and audience-engagement process.<\/p>\n

For additional information about PVIFF 2026, visit https:\/\/www.pviffatl.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Film at a Glance<\/h2>\n

Title:<\/strong> MINUTES II SECONDS<\/p>\n

Director:<\/strong> Anthony R. Page<\/p>\n

Producers:<\/strong> Patrice Ri’Kay Hrabowskie, Rickey James Hrabowskie, Anthony R. Page, Farid Momodu, Demetri Landell<\/p>\n

Cast:<\/strong> Patrice Ri’Kay Hrabowskie, Maya, Theo Jones, Sefora Adjaho, Nena Valeria, Cheryl Everette Booker, Ah’Sune McPhearson, Isaiah Platter, Joe Welling, Kyle Forte<\/p>\n

Runtime:<\/strong> 19 minutes, 54 seconds<\/p>\n

Genre:<\/strong> Surrealist Mystery \/ Supernatural Drama<\/p>\n

Festival Status:<\/strong> Official Finalist \u2014 PVIFF 2026<\/p>\n

Festival Dates:<\/strong> Nov. 5-8, 2026<\/p>\n

Festival Location:<\/strong> Atlanta, Georgia<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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