5 films made with iPhones including by Oscar-Winning Directors!

The Sign continues its journey!

I’m thrilled to share that my short film has officially been selected for the International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego!

And guess who got the news first? Domino, the star of the film! Check out his special video reaction—it’s too good to miss!

Oscar-Winning Directors like Sean Baker, Steven Soderbergh, and Danny Boyle...

What makes this selection extra special? The Sign was shot entirely on an iPhone—joining a growing list of bold, creative works by filmmakers, including Oscar-winning directors like Sean Baker, Steven Soderbergh, and Danny Boyle...

Here are 5 films made with iPhones:

1️⃣ Tangerine — Sean Baker

2️⃣ Unsane — Steven Soderbergh

3️⃣ High Flying Bird — Steven Soderbergh

4️⃣ 28 Years Later (upcoming) — Danny Boyle

And now... 

5️⃣ The Sign — Melissa Mars (Hehe!)

Inspired by these visionary directors, I embraced the challenge of mobile filmmaking. It was more than just practical and “handy”… it was freeing and empowering!As an additional creative exploration, I chose to frame the entire film from the knee down—a deliberately limited point of view, meant to embrace the perspective of those we often pass by, brush against… but rarely truly see.

The Sign stars Domino, a real-life service dog trained by Canine Support Teams (CST)—and now a professional actor with his own IMDb profile! While Domino won’t be attending (he’s busy working), CST, the amazing organization based in Murrieta, CA, will be at the festival to represent.

We’re honored to be given another chance to screen the movie, encounter another audience and continue raising awareness about invisible disabilities and the powerful role of service dog teams.

📍 Screening at IMFF | Saturday, April 26 | San Diego 

🎞 More info about Domino and the film:

🔗 www.madeinmarsstudios.com/thesign