Films by Ava Doak
All Films
Nothing
Amy and her brother start attending a new high school. They quickly realize that they both hate it, but for reasons neither of them could have imagined.
Winner: Paris Lady Filmmaker MovieMakers Festival
Upstaged
A night at the theater changes everything for a young woman when she locks eyes with the leading man, igniting a whirlwind romance set under the stage lights.
Official Selection: All American High School Film Festival
The Box
This film is about the dominant box in American society. It teaches about privilege and how it is a power. We can use the privilege we have to stand by those who don't. It's up to us.
Winner: "Best Social Justice Film" | AT&T Youth Voice Collective, New York City
More Than Tennis
This documentary short film illustrates the life and work of tennis coach Tom Isaac and his tennis-obsessed family.
Official Selection of the All American Film Festival
Awards & Recognition
Article in Napa Valley Register
"St. Helena's Cameo Cinema Inspires Ava Doak, 14, to Pursue Film Career" | Napa Valley Register
Winner: Best Social Justice Film | 2021's Fresh Film/ AT&T's Student Voices Youth Collective Film contest for "The Box"
Finalist | Golden Short Film Festival December 2023
Winner: Best Youth Film | Borrego Springs Film Festival January 2024
3-Time Student Film Winner | St. Helena Family Film Festival Student Filmmaker Contest, 2017, 2018, 2019
3-Time Student Film Winner | St. Helena Family Film Festival Student Filmmaker Contest, 2017, 2018, 2019
SDC Best Director | American College Theater Festival - Region 7, 2026