An unexpected encounter with one of Santa’s elves catalyzes a change in perspective for a young girl whose mother has just died. The film acts as a reminder that a chance meeting, no matter how brief, can realign us with the universal energy of hope.

Glimmer played virtually through Chicago International REEL Shorts Film Festival, Carrboro Film Festival (North Carolina Narrative Shorts Block) and Foster for Foster Film Festival (Drama/PG-Rated Films). It received the award for “Best Dramatic Short Film” at the Chicago International REEL Shorts Film Festival, and the “Spirit Award” at Kapow Intergalactic Film Festival.