Get ready to grab the super sized popcorn â€" or plenty of energy bars. Because this Saturday, South Sound cinephiles will need plenty of stamina when the Manhattan Short Film Festival arrives at the Capitol Theater.

Twelve brand new short films from around the world are waiting for your thumbs up or down.  The participating filmmaker who receives the most votes will win the opportunity to direct a feature film.

Manhattan Short Film Festival, Saturday, Sept. 16, 7:30 p.m., $4.50-$7, Capitol Theater, 206 East 5th Ave. downtown Olympia, (36) 754-6670. â€" Suzy Stump