New perspectives come into focus with this selection of films that confront expectations. “In Flow of Words” (Dir. Eliane Esther Bots; 22 min.) brings three interpreters into the spotlight as they share their experiences working at the International Court of Justice. “Nuisance Bear” (Dirs. Jack Weisman & Gabriela Osio Vanden; 14 min.) tracks a polar bear as he makes the perilous journey through a town in Manitoba. “Our Ark” (Dirs. Deniz Tortum & Kathryn Hamilton; 12 min.) poses questions about artificiality and cultural preservation with a hypnotic essay form. “Last Days of August” (Dirs. Rodrigo Ojeda-Beck & Robert Machoian; 13 min.) paints a poignant portrait of the inhabitants of American towns forgotten by globalization. “You Can't Stop Spirit” (Dir. Vashni Korin; 16 min.) is a window into the world of the baby dolls of Mardi Gras as they prepare for the event. (CT)