Chris J. Russo
Directing
Known For

A mysterious virus hits an isolated elementary school, transforming the kids into a feral swarm of mass savages. An unlikely hero must lead a motley band of teachers in the fight of their lives.
Cooties

After his girlfriend Georgia is murdered by European mobsters, Sam flees to Paris to hide out. Years later, he sees a woman in a Hollywood film who he's certain is Georgia. In L.A. to investigate, he encounters Kat who impulsively decides to help him on his quest. But when Sam meets the mystery actress face to face his life spins out of control.
Last Moment of Clarity

A down-on-his-luck man discovers that his new apartment is inhabited by a self-absorbed ghost.
Ghostmates

Athletic teenager Samantha finds her developing figure becoming a problem. Her mother convinces her to talk to the clothing store "bra ladies" to try to alleviate the difficulties of her bountiful endowments. She ends up learning a great deal more than just the proper cup size.
Size 'Em Up

In the brief moments before a hate crime occurs, a young woman imagines her escape.
A Woman Reported

Six courageous women come out of the shadows of the cannabis underground to forge a path to legalization. But with corporations taking over the industry, they must fight for a piece of the American Dream in the market they helped create.
Lady Buds

From the high price of dildos in Kate Brandt's "Tools 4 Fools" to an apocalyptic break-up rendered hysterically funny in Chris Russo's "25 Random Things I Did During My Big Fat Lesbian Depression," these shorts depict life from a lesbian perspective.
Fest Selects: Best Lesbian Shorts: Vol. 1

This documentary goes behind the scenes of traditional weddings to talk to lesbian bridesmaids and their various experiences. Topics include struggles over bringing their girlfriends/partners and standing up for their ex-gay lovers.
Straight Down the Aisle
A comedic look at a lesbian's journey of recovery after an unbelievable break-up. From eating excessive amounts of frozen yogurt, leaning on friends, yoga in the desert to entering a twelve-step program.