In the delightfully off-kilter comedy "Sam Wants Her Sweater Back," a simple quest spirals into a hilariously chaotic odyssey. Sam, played with determined exasperation by Sam Rocha, is a woman on a singular mission: to retrieve her favorite sweater from her ex-girlfriend’s apartment. What should be a straightforward, if awkward, errand becomes a surreal adventure when she enlists the help of her overly enthusiastic and morally flexible friend, portrayed by Tasha Viets-Vanlear. Their plan is simple, but its execution is anything but, as they encounter a series of increasingly bizarre obstacles and eccentric characters, including a suspicious neighbor brought to life by Kiley B. Moore. Directed and written by Whitney Chitwood, this sharp and witty short film masterfully captures the absurd lengths one will go for a piece of sentimental clothing, blending cringe comedy with genuine heart. As Sam’s determination clashes with the universe’s apparent conspiracy against her, the film delivers a brisk and uproarious look at closure, friendship, and the things we cling to long after a relationship ends.