Get ready for a cinematic adventure like no other during our Virtual Event, happening exclusively from September 18th to 22nd, 2024.
Each block of our festival brings you a different theme, showcasing the best of short filmmaking. From heartfelt tales to mind-bending journeys and adrenaline-pumping adventures, these films share one thing in common – they’re all about originality and creativity.
Come join us for a celebration of storytelling. Thanks for being a part of Hollywood ShortsFest, where the magic of short films come to life.
September 18th – 22nd 2024
Experience the fresh voices and innovative visions of up-and-coming filmmakers at Hollywood ShortsFest. From raw talent to bold experimentation, these shorts showcase the next generation of cinematic storytellers pushing boundaries and redefining the art form. Join us as we celebrate the excitement and creativity of emerging filmmakers making their mark on the industry.
WYLITD is a dark comedy about a woman facing a lack of attraction to her husband, after he comes back from a future war without any lips. This causes her to explore an affair with a much-to-young, plump lipped grocery clerk. It’s a film about guilt, redemption, culturally unspoken vanity and the selfish struggles with empathy.
John’s life has lost meaning, and each day blends into the next without bringing him any joy. His dementia is getting worse and holding on to the few memories he has left of his life is getting harder as the line between what’s real and what’s imagined is blurred. John’s perception of himself starts to change as his obsession with a memory keeps him up at night and becomes a catalyst for a new beginning.
Upon the untimely death of famed gamer, An00bis, college-bound fangirl, Zora, and her influencer bestie, Hannah, honor him by attending his estate sale. There, Zora happens upon a magical, retro Walkman that blasts her into a mysterious realm. Lo and behold, An00bis’ soul is bound to it like a horcrux, stranding him in purgatory. Against a racing clock, Zora is determined to help her jaded idol complete his journey into the Afterlife. In a house full of rabid fans and prowling flippers, the trio must find An00bis’ Book of the Dead before it falls into the wrong hands.
After the Indian Ocean Tsunami of 2004, widowed women struggled to receive aid due to their social status. Following the story of Mrs. Manjula along with many other women from Tamil Nadu, the challenges faced by millions of widows across the country are illuminated. From being ostracized to denied basic rights and economic opportunities, widows in India endure a cycle of discrimination and marginalization. “Kalangarai” meaning “lighthouse” in Tamil, is an organization dedicated to empowering women through initiatives such as self-help groups and educational programs. Throughout the film, “Lighthouse” illustrates the emotional journeys and resilience of these women, as well as the active change that Kalangarai strives to achieve. This documentary urges global awareness and support for widowed women’s rights, as the women’s struggles depict the intersectionality of gender, poverty, and social injustice.
Two New-Yorkers bond over their recent rejections, only to discover they have more in common than either expected.
A father who will do anything to make ends meet decides that enough is enough.
Struggling to maintain his diet, Calum has to fight his cravings when a mysterious bag of fast food arrives at his door… but what happens when the cravings decide to fight back?
Ruby a young dancer reached the ultimate job opportunity in her career. The chance to be the head choreographer for an upcoming world tour is compromised by an unexpected pregnancy. Confiding in her friend and Momager she receives unpredictable responses, forcing her to choose between her career and motherhood.
A 9-year-old boy, Wren, living with his mom, suffering from low self-esteem and the absence of a father’s love, tries to set fire to draw his dad’s attention, who is a firefighter.
Bureaucrats at the ministry of loneliness spend their days answering calls from citizens suffering from isolation.
A girl brings her fiancé home to meet her father for the first time. But… home is not merely a home. And her father is from a very different world.
Social classes and generations clash in this dark comedy of manners set in the stunning English countryside, where the responsibility of conserving the family legacy is not for the faint-hearted…
A street-wise teenager forms an unlikely connection with her best friend’s mom and learns a cruel lesson in what it means to be a woman.
Henry is shocked by the appearance of German P.O.W.s in his rural farming community, and makes a decision that will impact his family for a generation.
Alice and her family are the stars of a promotional advertisement for the Norman brand company. During one of their ad performances Alice is hit by a falling stagelight which awakens her to the reality of this advertisement world. Desperate to escape this fake world Alice ventures deeper into the world of advertisements to find her way out.
September 18th – 22nd 2024
Step into a world of fresh creativity and diverse storytelling with this selection of short films by emerging filmmakers and students from across the globe. Merging raw talent with cultural perspectives, these films explore bold new ideas and innovative approaches to filmmaking. From thought-provoking narratives to experimental techniques, this block celebrates the future of cinema while embracing the universal language of storytelling from international voices. Witness the energy and vision of the next generation as they redefine what it means to be a filmmaker in a global context.
Chile, 1973: The democratically elected, socialist president Salvador Allende is overthrown by General Pinochet. A military dictatorship begins, in which Allende’s supporters are persecuted, tortured or murdered. In the GDR (East Germany), some of them receive asylum.
One of them is Luis. In the GDR Luis finds a new home. He leads a happy life with his German wife Inge and his daughter Paola. But in October 1988 this changes all of a sudden: When the military dictatorship in Chile ends, Luis loses his refugee status in the GDR. He is dismissed by his boss. From now on, Luis is considered a citizen of a capitalist foreign country in the GDR. When Luis comes under suspicion of having helped one of his work colleagues to escape to West Berlin, the situation escalates.
In an Olympic pool where children’s swimming class seems to be the least important thing, two friends compete to see who gets the only red kickboard. Their rivalry increases, the challenges escalate, the class comes to an end and what seemed like an innocent game becomes a lesson for both.
Dr. Splits, a brilliant scientist, creates a time machine, to save his family from World War III but a critical error results in the fragmentation of his personality into distinct and competing parts. As these divided aspects clash with one another, an internal conflict unfolds. The ultimate question remains: which personality will emerge victorious in the end?
Triangle, the graduation film of Peter Engelmann from the Arts University Bournemouth, is a sci-fi pseudo-docu drama exploring the dark realms of the human mind. The story follows three strangers who – based on a 1997’s psychological experiment on the bonds of friendship – are about to become friends for life, separated only by 36 questions…
An icy couple, Elias and Milou, go on a ski trip to the picturesque village of Elm in search of solace and escape from their cold, distant lives. Here they meet the local Beat. A volatile relationship blossoms between the three, revealing their hidden desires. Will this new warm breath be enough to revive their relationship or will they freeze again afterwards?
Hannah expected it would feel different to welcome a refugee into her home. Gratitude, connection, friendship… not so much. She makes a great effort to offer Yulia a warm, open-hearted retreat, but for weeks the two women remain strangers to each other. Hannah wants to change that. But for this to be possible, she has to understand that she cannot force affection and trust and that true compassion is not tied to expectations.
Powerless. Alma is sexually harassed by a friend in a club. At first, she wants to forget all about it quickly and dismisses it as a drunken mistake. But the experience sends her into a downward spiral that she can’t seem to get out of – until she has to.
The decision has been made: A popular skate park is to be demolished and the site is to make way for a modern housing complex. The 16-year-old skater Lucy does not let this get her down and tries to prevent the construction project. But even the foreman Ralf, does not let the rebellion of the young people sit on his hands, until both face each other in a final protest action.
Juno is dead. She hasn’t been around for two years now, but her mother Hanna still spends every day with her. There is an AI-controlled device, the “Echoehub”, in Juno’s nursery. This is able to calculate possible scenarios that the deceased could have experienced in the future from information fed into it about the dead. Hanna’s wife Paula initially thought the AI in the children’s room was a good method of grieving, but over the past few months she has increasingly reached her limit. She decides to put her wife into cold turkey. But Hanna is prepared to sacrifice everything for the illusion of a perfect family.
Whim and the ensemble have to dance for their lives in the piece SYNCOPE.
If they manage to make the best video of the summer, Mike and his little brother Tom will fly to the Bahamas. The Bahamas, that’s where their father went a long time ago. And that’s where they now hope to find him again. Whatever it takes.
With the help of a mind-expanding substance, an entrenched married couple try to rekindle their lost passion and discover the true value of their bond in an unexpected way.
September 18th – 22nd 2024
From uproarious slapstick to clever wit, these films promise to tickle your funny bone and lift your spirits. Join us as we celebrate the timeless art of comedy, where each short delivers a delightful blend of humor and heart, guaranteed to leave you smiling from ear to ear.
In “Ranger Danger,” the park becomes a microcosm of the world outside—wild, unpredictable, and filled with lessons both hilarious and profound. Let’s journey together through this city-centered wilderness, where every turn might surprise us, and where nature’s lessons come wrapped in the most unexpected of packages.
A young woman is forced to re-evaluate a deal she made with the monster in her closet.
After months of disastrous dates, Caleb decides to process his failed love life the only way he can – cold, hard data.
A lesbian couple awakens in a room with no recollection of how they got there, and soon discovers their rocky relationship is being put to the ultimate test as their captor forces them to play a series of games to save not only their lives, but most importantly their relationship.
When a human finger is suddenly dropped into his backyard, a bored twenty-something suburbanite enlists the help of his dimwitted, stoner friends to search for the missing corpse it belongs to.
Juan, an oriental cook in a fast food restaurant in Puerto Rico, tries to make a gourmet dish, to convince his nebulous boss to release him and thus set up a fine restaurant, while Hiu Yan, his co-worker and arts expert supposedly tries to avoid it.
Two former theater kids living in a car due to rent issues in Los Angeles try to pursue their dreams together as a dynamic acting duo. This hilarious short film highlights the struggles, failures, and humor in the women’s efforts to achieve stardom in this buddy comedy.
BETA MALE is a dark comedy-drama that follows Daniel, a young man grappling with a crisis of masculinity and low self-esteem. His struggles are compounded when he begins experiencing troubling symptoms, including bleeding every time he uses the toilet. Amidst these challenges, he reconnects with the girl of his dreams and old high school crush and works up the courage to finally ask her out on a date. However, what starts as a simple outing quickly spirals into a series of awkward and embarrassing mishaps. As Daniel navigates this chaotic evening, the question arises: Can he find his way forward, even if he is anything but an alpha male?
September 18th – 22nd 2024
Embark on a fantastical journey beyond imagination, from whimsical adventures to breathtaking visuals, these films transport audiences to extraordinary worlds. Join us as we celebrate the limitless creativity of animation and the wonder of storytelling. Get ready to be inspired by a showcase of captivating animation.
An animated mocumentary that reveals the truth behind the 1969 moon landing.
The history of human development through the view of a cave. From the perspective of caves, it tells the story of human development in culture, art, and technology, as well as the destruction brought about by humans. Technology and human desires contributed to the destruction of caves that represent history and culture.
The animated film tells the story of a Haitian migrant in Brazil fighting for his rights to work, buy a house and most importantly, reunite with his family from Haiti.
“Chain,” directed by Ling Han, is a 3D animated short film featuring charming characters and a sophisticated environment. It uniquely tells the story of the mantis catching the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind.
“Chain” is visually stunning and emotionally rich, expressing nature’s survival instincts and prompting viewers to ponder life’s deeper questions. We sincerely recommend this film to fans of animation and proverbs.
In this fast-paced comedy adventure, two flies with opposite personalities struggle to make the most of a 24-hour lifespan. The energetic A-fly rushes to complete every activity on a massive bucket list, whereas the introspective Z-fly searches for a deeper meaning, only to spiral into existential dread. As the sun starts to set, the flies panic that their time is running out. But in the end, a death defying-encounter forces them both to live in the moment while they still can.
Deep in the forest, a witch searches for her lost frog. She trips and falls, sending a rogue magic blast from her wand. The blast hits a little rock, which shakes before coming to life! Gasping for air, Rock is terrified of her own existence. A frog appears behind Rock, explaining that she has become “alive”. Seeing her distress, Frog offers to be Rock’s first friend. Frog carries Rock off into the forest for their first adventure, narrowly escaping Witch.
In a surreal, industrial dystopia, a travelling salesman encounters a singing behemoth. This towering, two-headed monstrosity tempts him with a terrifying (but lucrative) proposition.
A psychological comedy set in a run-down 1950s diner. Le Charade follows the final performance of a lonely mime and the psychotic episode that ensues after his imaginary friend breaks up with him and he is forced to re-enter society.
Late at night, a cook is bringing the main course to an hungry demon
Obsessed with time, Sand found a way to sell time itself. While his rich customers stay young, they never question Sand’s discovery and the source of their youth.
Ellie is entering secondary school in Saumur. Shy and fascinated by nature, and birds, she spends her time with books. Ellie draws the attention of Anna, the school’s librarian. The day when Ellie must absolutely return a book to Anna, she finds the school library closed. Ellie decides to take it back to Anna’s home,a few miles from school, on an island on the Loire River. An island full of birds.
In order to get his girlfriend Claire the ultimate gift for their upcoming date, Conej is willing to travel the cosmos and beyond in his most unusual plan yet. Conej quickly sets off to build a rocket in an attempt to persuade Claire to blast off to the moon together in this gorgeous animated short.
September 18th – 22nd 2024
From gripping dramas to heartwarming tales, these films captivate audiences with compelling narratives and unforgettable characters. Explore the human experience through diverse perspectives, as each short weaves a rich range of emotion, suspense, and connection. Join us on a journey of discovery and empathy as we celebrate the art of storytelling in its purest form.
Brina Palencia is an Honduran-American actor who is making her directorial debut with the short film, “Patterns.” She is most known for her voice acting in anime and video games, but film has always held a special place. Having Grown up in 2 different cultures and never feeling like she belonged to either, Brina took solace in watching movies and TV. She and her older brother were especially drawn to horror and all things labeled “strange.” “Strange” is where she has always felt the most at home.
A coming-of-age story set in the mid-2000s underground music scene, that follows quiet and naive punk, Casey, as he tries to piece together the broken memories recorded on his camcorder.
Trauma therapist crosses paths with new patients every day, but the line between therapist and patient begins to blur when she gets a call from a college student living in her car.
In 1940s’ rural Quebec, Marguerite assists her sister Aimée who’s been in painful labour for hours. As an urgent cesarean becomes imperative, the unexpected arrival of the priest instead of the doctor exacerbates the turmoil.
Set in 1961 during the height of the space race between the US and Soviet Union, an ambitious USAF test pilot is recruited by NASA for a daring suborbital mission in a X-15 hypersonic rocket-powered aircraft with astronomical implications.
During a high period of stress, Skyler begins to question herself when her mother begins to criticize her eating habits.
Young and single Ryan finds a delicious connection with Trista, leading to a romantic dinner that slowly unravels.
This film follows a man recently released from prison after 25 years, struggling to find his place in a world that’s completely changed. As he wanders the city, invisible and alienated, he faces harsh judgment and rejection. His hope to reconnect with his past is shattered when he finds his old home sold and his daughter gone. Overwhelmed by despair, he contemplates ending it all by the sea. But a chance encounter with a young boy, who invites him to play, reignites a spark of hope. The boy’s innocence and lack of prejudice remind the man of his own daughter and give him the strength to embrace his newfound freedom and start anew. The film raises a powerful message about the challenges faced by ex-prisoners in reintegrating into society and calls for compassion and support for those trying to rebuild their lives.
When a policy shift puts NYC-raised Paloma at risk of deportation, she pushes her girlfriend
Claire for help, revealing expectations that threaten to unravel their future together.
A Governor on his reelection campaign is faced with allegations of sexual misconduct that come up against him just days before the elections, turning his and his family’s lives upside down.
Struggling with the urge to eat flowers, a young woman will do what she can to hide her addiction from her family.
Directed by Pablo Riesgo and co-written by Mexican writer Pablo Cervera, “Cuando Volvimos A La Tierra,” tells the story of an astronaut recreating Mars conditions in the US desert who is saved by a couple of passing immigrants. A hostile negotiation ensues over the astronaut’s water, vital for both the astronaut’s humanity-saving mission and the immigrants’ hopes to survive their journey.”
In this psychological thriller, Avery Vaughn, played by Amelia Workman (Anita Tucker, A Thousand and One), searches for retribution and release from her childhood traumas. She enlists the help of Dr.Theodore Hubbell, a questionable character with an unorthodox method of trauma therapy. The “Immersive Retribution Trauma Therapy” program, or IRTT, provides a cathartic release through vengeful and violent reenactments. Starring the talented Robert Picardo (The Doctor, Star Trek Voyager) as Dr. Hubbell, this stirring piece of fiction is told with suspense, passion, and humor. See how one person’s trauma can last generations and the lengths someone will go to make their oppressor pay.
September 18th – 22nd 2024
Explore real-life stories and uncover hidden truths. From inspiring journeys to thought-provoking revelations, these films offer a glimpse into the lives of remarkable individuals and communities around the world. Join us as we celebrate the power of storytelling to educate, enlighten, and inspire, with captivating documentaries that leave a lasting impact.
Sylvia and her granddaughter Amit board a pleasure cruise of “Mano Shipping” to Cyprus for a three-day cruise in the heart of the sea. Between performances by an Elvis impersonator, the buffet and the slot machines, old feelings resurface and the two face an examination of their relationship.
The Sundarbans region in South Bangladesh is one of the most climate-vulnerable places in the world. Frequent cyclones destroy people’s livelihoods and contaminate clean water sources, which are already in short supply there.
This affects millions of people, including the often marginalised Munda community – an ethnic minority group with Indian origins, who migrated there over two centuries ago.
Deben Munda, a descendent of those early settlers, has lived in the Sundarbans all his life – a life marked by hardship, hard work, and the forest itself, at once a source of livelihood and terrible danger.
Now, as a reliable supply of clean water is about to be brought to Bhetkhali for the first time, he reflects back on his experiences, his struggles, and his hopes for the future – painting a portrait of an extraordinary life on the frontlines of the climate crisis, and the courageous community who call this land their home.
Imagine, waking up being covered in third-degree burns, that’s what it’s like for the Burrunan dolphins in Australia. But why is this happening? That’s what Dr. Duignan, Director of Pathology at The Marine Mammal Center, Dr. Stephen’s from Murdoch University, and Dr. Robb from the Marine Mammal Foundation had to find out. This film explores this international collaboration that proves for the first time that these lesions being found on cetaceans around the world are only caused by climate change.
A glimpse into the life of street artist Ongosf.
Khsara is a documentary short that shines a spotlight on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the heroic efforts of the medical workers providing humanitarian aid. Produced by Red Branch Productions, partnering with MedGlobal, the documentary captures the crisis and relief efforts in Gaza via raw, poignant, and powerful moments through the eyes of MedGlobal’s medical teams. Khsara brings the horrors and realities of medical humanitarian work into the public eye, leveraging authentic, in-the-moment footage captured by those who experience it firsthand.
Amidst the vibrant landscapes of Zimbabwe, “A Place at the Operating Table” offers a glimpse into the world of Dr. Thandi Munai and other remarkable female reconstructive surgeons of the PWRS program. This documentary reveals their inspiring journey to make a lasting impact in underserved communities worldwide. It’s a story of courage, determination, and a global mission for healthcare equality.
September 18th – 22nd 2024
Explore diverse narratives from around the globe in our “Foreign Shorts” Screening Blocks, showcasing and celebrating the universal language of storytelling and the creativity of filmmakers from around the world.
In the dark days of emerging National Socialism, the passionate relationship unfolds between Nelly, a Jewish artist, and Eugenie, her muse and lover. Together, they defy the looming danger by protecting their art and identity, and rising against oppression.
The film’s central theme is the condescending attitude of a simple civil servant towards high-ranking government officials. The short film was based on Anton Chekhov’s “Death of a Civil Servant” story.
The film’s main character, a man, sneezes in a concert hall and puts a high-ranking official in an embarrassing situation. Despite apologizing, the main character feels a slavish fear that ultimately proves fatal to the man’s life.
A mother and her young child must flee from an attacker.
Romance blooms between a dim sum shop assistant and a street performer in Chinatown, who carries them in the safety of his balloon on a rainy night.
In every project, I always try to convey feelings and build a story on it. This one is based on my personal experiences, as well as the feelings of millions of Ukrainians that they have faced every day since 02.24.2022
This is how their life looks now. Those who were forced to leave their homes, separated from their loved ones, and get lost in unfamiliar places where they had to relocate. No matter who has what story, we all plunge deep into the darkness of modern reality and personal feelings, apathy, and depression. No matter how dark the situation is, there is always a light that can get into the depths of the soul and set on fire the life again.
There is always a way out of darkness and it’s essential to let the light into your heart.
This video is a social campaign about a free psychological helpline for Ukrainians all over the world who were affected by the war in Ukraine.
Having just arrived in Ireland, Isaac is part of the rapidly growing unhoused population. One day, while charging his phone in a coffee shop, he meets Victoria, an elderly blind woman. After forgetting her bag in the cafe, Isaac returns it to her. Once inside her home and in desperate need of a place to stay, Isaac sneaks upstairs and begins to live there, unbeknownst to Victoria. This leads to a series of unknown interactions in which Isaac works to stay hidden from a woman who experiences the world through sound. Eventually, a strange bond develops between the two.
Natal, in his early fifties belongs to a generation that broke social barriers, worshiped cerebral movies, drugs and rock’n roll. However, he does not accept it well when Milene, his only daughter, takes her boyfriend to sleep at home with her. In the middle of the night, unable to put a stop to the sex in the next-door bedroom, he locks himself in his car parked in his building garage. That’s when Silvana, his wife, comes after him. In the quietness of the late night, only witnessed by the parked cars and the garage surveillance cams, Natal tries to unburden his difficulty to accept costumes for which he fought so much. He ends up telling his wife secrets about his past, he has an epiphany: he was never young. Now, being in his early fifties, he doesn’t need to like what everyone else liked, do what everyone else did, be as everyone else was. He is old, he has always been. However, Silvana’s memory says the opposite and he sees himself back to his past and younger than ever.
The night after Alex, a married father, fortieth birthday party, there is a knock on his door. There stands Hanna, a former girlfriend, soaked with a present in her hand. Alex wants her to go and offers to get her dry clothes. When he returns, he finds her in his kitchen, naked, demanding an apology for something he has long tried to forget.
A woman recounts the events that led her 12 year old son to commit the most ultimate act of evil. Inspired by true events.
September 18th – 22nd 2024
Explore diverse narratives from around the globe in our “Foreign Shorts” Screening Blocks, showcasing and celebrating the universal language of storytelling and the creativity of filmmakers from around the world.
Mauro, a truck driver, meets a strange group of young people at a roadside rest stop who lead him into the woods for a journey bordering life and death.
An Icelandic fisherman washes to shore — mysteriously unable to speak. He is oppressed by terrible unseen dread, and seeks to overcome his torment through a surreal pilgrimage into the wilderness.
“In The Hour Of Death” follows Eva on her way to her sister Ester’s funeral, as she is triggered by memories from her childhood that reveal why she left Ester behind. Raised in isolation under strict rules and unwavering faith, Eva’s beliefs are tested as Ester becomes ill and loses her faith in God. Eva is faced with deep fear as she contemplates the possibility of not reuniting with Ester in heaven when they die. Eva’s journey explores doubt, faith, and the fear of losing our loved ones. “In The Hour Of Death” illustrates how facing death can reshape our beliefs and enhance our appreciation of life.
A short film with many layers and with Ulla Billquist as a source of inspiration. It takes place in Sörmland, just outside Trosa, on the actual ground where Ulla Billquist once had a cabin that burned down. The film begins in a wonderful spirit with five young people who wants to make their own documentary. A documentary about the story that is rooted in the place where the character Ylva happens to have a country house. But two girls in the group carry a common secret that will soon come to the surface during their stay at the country place. They seem determined about what they are going to do, but Lea does not know if she is on the same wavelength as Ylva. The stay becomes everything it should be, but also more to it. A film about both relationships and underlying intrigue, but above all about the woman – and the woman’s story that wants to repeat itself. Whether it is the year 1946 or the year 2023.
Labor trafficking is a growing problem in Africa, this short film highlights the dangers and consequences of being ignorant to recruiters and their devious intentions.
A couple’s relationship gets tested after they discover a mysterious botomless box.
Taking a walk down memory lane whilst enjoying the unique scenery during a camping trip. Peace, sunshine and a long forgotten beach – is there any better way to celebrate a reunion? This seems to be the most beautiful place on earth. What started out as a short vacation with friends quickly turns into a survival game. Who can you really trust? Is a lover more loyal than a friend or do memories fog your perception? After deceiving actions and nerve-wracking encounters true colors begin to show.
How to greet someone. The fear of hugging, distance, and the breaking of ties. Mariana does the impossible to avoid saying goodbye to her best friend, Rocío, who is soon going to live in another country. This awakens a series of speeches that leave her in a state of resentment, but she only avoids tenderness in order not to break. It also shows the little things of life, the most intimate, and the neurosis of everyday life in a world of privileges. A portrait of the love of friends and the passion of each movement.
September 18th – 22 2024
Prepare to be thrilled and intrigued as we showcase a spine-chilling mix of horror tales, avant-garde experimentation, and visually stunning music videos. From pulse-pounding scares to mind-bending visuals, these films push the boundaries of filmography.
In the early 1800s, the inhabitants of a puritanical Tennessee farming village are plagued by mysterious disappearances that coincide with every full moon. The superstitious town folk are quick to suspect the newest resident, Christy, a young school teacher from New York. When Christy is invited to the home of a troubled student, suspicions turn to accusations – and accusations lead to a dark supernatural revelation that will shake the town to its core.
The Archangel Gabriel desperately wants to switch sides. He’s tired of the micromanagement that comes with being God’s right hand man. But can he convince Azrael, the demon of lost souls, that he’s serious about leaving heaven?
A young woman traveling solo on a road trip stops in a small town in the middle of the night, where she learns of an urban legend about the area.
Trapped in a drug-induced psychosis, a young man is resolute in defeating his inner demons as they manifest into real-life horrors, haunting him from his traumatic past.
A man and woman must hide out in a house as a mysterious group slowly approaches, searching for them…
When an 18th Century Cleric, Rev. Heatly Smythe is appointed to a new rural Parish, he finds his faith tested by local superstitions surrounding a strange mound in an ancient woodland. Heatly has little time for the local superstition and being an academic and a scholar, he begins to ruminate about the true nature of the so-called ‘Devil’s Mound’. In an attempt to rid the Parish of it’s ‘blasphemous beliefs’, Heatly endeavors to prove that the mound in question is merely an ancient neolithic burial sight, of historic and scientific importance. Led by his own arrogance and blind self-conviction, Rev. Heatly Smythe find himself confronted by local friction, tragic circumstances, and an illusive individual that begins to haunt his every step. Loosely based on a chapter from the ‘smash hit’ novel ‘Skendleby’, written by the Director’s father, Nick Brown, with all rights permitted.
Milo, a young adult, found after years his child plush named “Stinky”. With it, he’ll try to reach out the entity that stuck with him for years. He knows that he will wakes up old trauma and will have to fight them. But Milo loses his strength and humanity days after days. Will he have the strength to overcome this curse, or is it too late?
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In a nuclear fallout shelter a prisoner, whose genetic composition has been altered by radiation, is being kept as a test subject for a potential vaccine against the elements.
September 18th – 22nd 2024
Join us for a special showcase of experimental films and creative music videos. These films explore new ideas and styles, bringing fresh and exciting visuals. It’s an event full of creativity and unique stories that will leave a lasting impression.
“Walk Away” a music video for the aspiring young artist Xaya, depicts the aftermath of a toxic breakup, portraying the emotional journey from anger, pain and sadness to liberation. It explores the subconscious allure of destructive romantic patterns through evocative visual metaphors.
A broken heart, the perilous voyage of a migrant, the grief of a loved one, a mental health crisis…PASSAGE explores a universal journey through movement.
“OZMAR” is a proof of concept short film based on the book “Ozmar the Mystic” written by Emeric Hulme Beamen in the year of 1896. When western treatment fails his daughter’s incurable disease, an upper-class, middle-aged Londoner attends a prestigious, old-fangled ball to seek occult assistance from the mysterious, public figure the town calls The Mystic.
A young boy attempts to escape his circumstances in his rural hometown but finds himself trapped, taking multiple walks down the same neighborhood street. Only when he shifts his perspective does a new outcome present itself. Along the way, he learns the valuable lesson of connection and survival.
A story of oppression and liberation. Both sacrifices coexist
Three female freeskiers find themselves in a blurred realm of reality and the subconscious mind in a heist for self-identity.
An Experimental short featuring Addison Rafford, Josie Petersen, and Ella Meade
In the hauntingly enigmatic and dialogue-free short film, ‘Screaming Silence’, Elizabeth, a young woman in the aftermath of a traumatic event, navigates her world through a haunting soundscape of everyday noises, which ‘peoples’ her world and forces her to face her reality of circumstances and her fear of reaching out for help. As the audience intimately experiences her journey, Elizabeth’s silence becomes a bittersweet force, echoing the profound emotional depth that empowers her to move forward in an altruistic twist of an ending.
BLOCK 1 – LOVE
BLOCK 2 – FREEDOM
BLOCK 3 – BEAUTY
BLOCK 4 – TRUTH
BLOCK 5 – FEAR
BLOCK 6 – TRUST
BLOCK 7 – ADRENALINE
BLOCK 1 – LOUDER & LOUDER
BLOCK 2 – RITES OF PASSAGE
BLOCK 3 – LAUGH, LAUGH, LAUGH
