When a T’bolidreamweaver goes into a coma, her anxious, insomniac daughter must dream and communicate with Fu Dalu, the Spirit of Abaca, to continue designing the next t’nalak.

Ever wonder what it takes to put together a festival? Respect the Duck (The Making of the SantaClarita International Film Festival) is a raw, unfiltered look behind the scenes. We follow the team 30days out from the festival and watch the grit, grind, hustle and drama all unfold as they build the next,great independent venue in the 3rd largest city in Los Angeles.

Rob Johnston

Rob Johnston is an LA based stand-up comedian, host, singer, musician and actor.  He started hosting variety shows with a touring children’s troupe when he was 9 years old and hasn’t stopped since. He hosts a weekly comedy show on the Sunset Strip, and regularly at the Ice House Comedy Club. Other hosting credits in the 2025 Hollywood Italian Comedy festival , National Comedy Theatre, and National Lampoon’s Yellow Door.

Rob has been seen on stages all over Southern California at some of the best venues including The Laugh Factory, The Comedy Store and the Hollywood Improv. A member of SAG-AFTRA since 1998, he enjoys acting in and watching films as well.

His latest album of original comedy songs, “The Stagg Street Sessions”  Is available to stream on Spotify and Apple music. 

Rob loves animals, The Dodgers and trying new places to eat. He is honored to be a part of the Santa Clarita film festival and looks forward to meeting everyone.

You can find him on Instagram @realrobjohnston