The Witnesses is a murder mystery that focuses on two friends that commit fraud in order to get money for a competition. When a dead body goes missing, the rookie detective on the case is unable to find the motive and crack the case. He gives up and moves the case to cold storage allowing the two friends to get the $500.

For the Illinois Film and Video Competition (IFV).

This short film was completed in under 48 hours as part of the 48 hour film competition. It was awarded best picture, best director and best score.