Short.Sweet.Film Fest

A few years ago, local film aficionado Michael Suglio was watching a few bands play at Now That's Class when he realized that hosting a film festival in an informal, club-like atmosphere was a good idea. In 2012, he successfully launched his Short.Sweet.Film Fest at Ohio City's Market Garden Brewery. This weekend, Suglio brings an expanded festival to the Alex Theater at the 9. He'll screen a slew of shorts over the three-day period (you can find a complete schedule at shortsweetfilmfest.com). Tonight and tomorrow night, bands will perform once the screenings end. And once again, many of the directors will be on hand to answer questions during short sessions that will be held after their films screen. Tickets are $22.09 to $43.19. (Niesel) shortsweetfilmfest.com.