"Dead Summer" - Gargamlins

It was just another sunny afternoon in 1995. A group of friends playing soccer behind their houses… until one powerful kick sends their ball flying over the fence right into the well-kept, forbidden garden of Mr. Menderson, the reclusive and notoriously grumpy old neighbor. When he angrily confiscates their ball, it’s more than a game over. It’s the start of a mission. This is about pride, friendship, and a summer lesson in standing up for yourself. What begins as a simple accident spirals into a series of clever, mischievous schemes as the kids plot the perfect payback. Set to a nostalgic 90s backdrop, this short film blends humor, heart, and a touch of rebellion capturing that moment in childhood when a small injustice feels like a battle worth fighting.