A teenage girl must confront her father after he enters her beloved pet in a dog fight.

The Moon and the Night PBS Short Film Festival

Premiered July 15, 2019
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The Moon and the Night

This tear-jerking short takes places in rural Hawaii following the life of a young girl, Mahina and her main companion -her dog, Po. As Mahina's struggling father rejects her pleas to keep her beloved pet out of the ring, she realizes how far he may go. But will a daughter's sorrow be enough to sway a father's greed?

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PBS Short Film Festival

The PBS Short Film Festival continues to elevate the reach and visibility of independent films and filmmakers from across the country. For thirteen years, the festival has showcased films about love, acceptance, family, strength, equality, friendship, loyalty and much more. The 2024 festival highlights “Story Time” as we celebrate the art of short form storytelling.

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