Directed by Wes Hurley and Nathan M. Miller • 2017 • United States

Struggling to survive in the USSR during the turbulent years of Perestroika, Elena and her young gay son, nicknamed “Potato,” escape into the world of pirated American movies. But soon the movies are not enough and Elena decides to become a mail-order bride and discover America for herself. Saving its most unexpected twist for last, this autobiographical short spins an inspiring and surprising tale of acceptance and two immigrants’ search for the American dream.