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Short Films from 2023
A selection of short films from 2023.
Short Films from 2023
A selection of short films from 2023.
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Until the Moon is Born in the West

A haunting journey through the shadows of war.
5/5
  • Drama, Experimental
  • Germany
  • 2023
  • 24 min
REVIEW

Dear Dad

An emotionally stirring exploration of youth suicide.
4/5
  • Animation, Drama, Music
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 7 min
REVIEW

A Lost Sense

A heartfelt coming-of-age drama with a science fiction fusion.
4/5
  • Drama, Sci-Fi
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 8 min
REVIEW
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Unprofessional

One man’s misfortune leads to unexpected chaos in this comedic tour de force.
5/5
  • Comedy
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 8 min
REVIEW

Sorta Kinda True

An urban tale of brotherhood, where personality collides with self-destruction amidst the vibrant chaos of New York City.
4/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 10 min
REVIEW

The Reconnection

An enchanting one-woman odyssey delving into the timeless allure of our primal roots.
4/5
  • Drama, Experimental
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 4 min
REVIEW
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Poor Tax

This Thanksgiving, one family’s game of Monopoly hilariously exposes the real stakes beyond the board.
5/5
  • Comedy
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 13 min
REVIEW

The Robert Suddarth Story

Unveiling the personality and impact of an inspirational Texan photographer.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 29 min
REVIEW
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Harbor

A heartfelt tale of fractured family bonds, and the luminous journey towards healing.
5/5
  • Drama
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 13 min
REVIEW

Funky

A well-crafted drama celebrating the path to healing and the power of female friendship.
4/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 10 min
REVIEW
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Dragon Fruit

A gripping journey of survival and hope in a dystopian world.
5/5
  • Drama, Sci-Fi
  • Canada
  • 2023
  • 27 min
REVIEW

They’re Real

Nostalgia turns to nightmare as old friends face an otherworldly terror.
3/5
  • Horror, Thriller
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 14 min
REVIEW

Since 1989

An insightful docu-short about a skilled photographer navigating analog techniques.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • Mexico
  • 2023
  • 22 min
REVIEW

Eat Me, Baby!

A bloody tale of vengeance, where horror meets humor during a date night.
4/5
  • Comedy, Horror
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 6 min
REVIEW

Catharsis

Revel in the unseen virtues of black masculinity through a captivating journey of resilience and compassion.
5/5
  • Drama
  • Germany
  • 2023
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Caged

A tale of unlikely bonds that will leave you laughing and uplifted.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 6 min
REVIEW

Who?

A haunting exploration of mental illness that grips with chilling realism.
4/5
  • Mystery, Thriller
  • Canada
  • 2023
  • 15 min
REVIEW

The Diagnosis

A low-budget horror that peels back the layers between reality and terror.
3/5
  • Horror, Mystery
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 3 min
REVIEW

Hilos en Hilos

Stunning visuals and poetic storytelling collide in a captivating dance of existence.
4/5
  • Experimental, Sci-Fi
  • Netherlands
  • 2023
  • 19 min
REVIEW
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A Night with Lucas and Silvia

A profound journey into the shadows of intimacy, where desire collides with detachment.
5/5
  • Drama
  • Canada
  • 2023
  • 13 min
REVIEW
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Creature Comfort

An emotionally charged stop-motion, crafted with precision and heart.
5/5
  • Animation, Drama
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 11 min
REVIEW

The Dark Guide

An inspiring journey of post-war PTSD and the healing power of art.
5/5
  • Documentary
  • France
  • 2023
  • 9 min
REVIEW

David Again

An inspiring tale of a life-long friendship and the challenges in-between.
5/5
  • Documentary
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 17 min
REVIEW

8 Billion

Two lonely neighbours find a moment of solace in this endearing tale of connection.
4/5
  • Drama, Romance
  • Australia
  • 2023
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Replaced

A Ouija board session opens a doorway to the paranormal.
3/5
  • Horror, Thriller
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Tarot

A chilling tale of love and loss, as a man becomes trapped between grief and the unknown.
4/5
  • Experimental, Horror
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 4 min
REVIEW

Esme

Unveiling the critical theme of mental turmoil in young Asian-American women.
4/5
  • Animation
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 3 min
REVIEW

For Existing

A heart-wrenching watch that delves into the consequences of profound loneliness on mental health.
4/5
  • Drama, Experimental
  • Australia
  • 2023
  • 7 min
REVIEW

The Guilt

A crime drama that delves into a wrongful arrest and suspicion.
3/5
  • Action, Drama
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 6 min
REVIEW

Put Your Cart Away

Blending dark comedy and absurdity, an offbeat tale of carts and consequences.
4/5
  • Comedy, Thriller
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 5 min
REVIEW
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My Obsession with Death

Irrational fear of death takes center stage in this offbeat comedic gem.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 10 min
REVIEW

Denmark Doesn’t Exist

A whimsical offbeat comedy where the truth proves stranger than fiction.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • Denmark, United Kingdom
  • 2024
  • 9 min
REVIEW

Street Smart

Powered by Unreal Engine, experience a heart-warming tale of resilience and entrepreneurship.
5/5
  • Animation, Experimental
  • South Africa
  • 2024
  • 4 min
REVIEW

Midnight Sun

An intriguing artistic tale delving into the mystery beneath eternal sunlight.
4/5
  • Experimental, Mystery
  • France
  • 2024
  • 2 min
REVIEW
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Solskur

Music and visuals collide in an avant-garde exploration of the human soul.
5/5
  • Experimental, Music
  • Sweden
  • 2024
  • 27 min
REVIEW

The Confessional

A bitter/sweet tale of friendship tested by time and diverging paths.
4/5
  • Drama, LGBTQ+
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 9 min
REVIEW

Imperfect

Christine Stoddard’s personal exploration of her identity and heritage.
3/5
  • Comedy, Experimental
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 18 min
REVIEW

Music to Die For

A drama that unveils the haunting echoes of The Troubles.
4/5
  • Drama, Music
  • Ireland
  • 2024
  • 15 min
REVIEW
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Until the Moon is Born in the West

A haunting journey through the shadows of war.
5/5
  • Drama, Experimental
  • Germany
  • 2023
  • 24 min
REVIEW

Disconnected

Brace for a thrilling ride of twists that will leave you shocked and entertained!
4/5
  • Thriller
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 16 min
REVIEW
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Until the Moon is Born in the West

A haunting journey through the shadows of war.
5/5
  • Drama, Experimental
  • Germany
  • 2023
  • 24 min
REVIEW

Dear Dad

An emotionally stirring exploration of youth suicide.
4/5
  • Animation, Drama, Music
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 7 min
REVIEW

A Lost Sense

A heartfelt coming-of-age drama with a science fiction fusion.
4/5
  • Drama, Sci-Fi
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 8 min
REVIEW
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Unprofessional

One man’s misfortune leads to unexpected chaos in this comedic tour de force.
5/5
  • Comedy
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 8 min
REVIEW

Sorta Kinda True

An urban tale of brotherhood, where personality collides with self-destruction amidst the vibrant chaos of New York City.
4/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 10 min
REVIEW

The Reconnection

An enchanting one-woman odyssey delving into the timeless allure of our primal roots.
4/5
  • Drama, Experimental
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 4 min
REVIEW
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Poor Tax

This Thanksgiving, one family’s game of Monopoly hilariously exposes the real stakes beyond the board.
5/5
  • Comedy
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 13 min
REVIEW

The Robert Suddarth Story

Unveiling the personality and impact of an inspirational Texan photographer.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 29 min
REVIEW
Handpicked - Short Films Matter

Harbor

A heartfelt tale of fractured family bonds, and the luminous journey towards healing.
5/5
  • Drama
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 13 min
REVIEW

Funky

A well-crafted drama celebrating the path to healing and the power of female friendship.
4/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 10 min
REVIEW
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Dragon Fruit

A gripping journey of survival and hope in a dystopian world.
5/5
  • Drama, Sci-Fi
  • Canada
  • 2023
  • 27 min
REVIEW

They’re Real

Nostalgia turns to nightmare as old friends face an otherworldly terror.
3/5
  • Horror, Thriller
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 14 min
REVIEW

Since 1989

An insightful docu-short about a skilled photographer navigating analog techniques.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • Mexico
  • 2023
  • 22 min
REVIEW

Eat Me, Baby!

A bloody tale of vengeance, where horror meets humor during a date night.
4/5
  • Comedy, Horror
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 6 min
REVIEW

Catharsis

Revel in the unseen virtues of black masculinity through a captivating journey of resilience and compassion.
5/5
  • Drama
  • Germany
  • 2023
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Caged

A tale of unlikely bonds that will leave you laughing and uplifted.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 6 min
REVIEW

Who?

A haunting exploration of mental illness that grips with chilling realism.
4/5
  • Mystery, Thriller
  • Canada
  • 2023
  • 15 min
REVIEW

The Diagnosis

A low-budget horror that peels back the layers between reality and terror.
3/5
  • Horror, Mystery
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 3 min
REVIEW

Hilos en Hilos

Stunning visuals and poetic storytelling collide in a captivating dance of existence.
4/5
  • Experimental, Sci-Fi
  • Netherlands
  • 2023
  • 19 min
REVIEW
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A Night with Lucas and Silvia

A profound journey into the shadows of intimacy, where desire collides with detachment.
5/5
  • Drama
  • Canada
  • 2023
  • 13 min
REVIEW
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Creature Comfort

An emotionally charged stop-motion, crafted with precision and heart.
5/5
  • Animation, Drama
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 11 min
REVIEW

The Dark Guide

An inspiring journey of post-war PTSD and the healing power of art.
5/5
  • Documentary
  • France
  • 2023
  • 9 min
REVIEW

David Again

An inspiring tale of a life-long friendship and the challenges in-between.
5/5
  • Documentary
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 17 min
REVIEW

8 Billion

Two lonely neighbours find a moment of solace in this endearing tale of connection.
4/5
  • Drama, Romance
  • Australia
  • 2023
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Replaced

A Ouija board session opens a doorway to the paranormal.
3/5
  • Horror, Thriller
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Tarot

A chilling tale of love and loss, as a man becomes trapped between grief and the unknown.
4/5
  • Experimental, Horror
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 4 min
REVIEW

Esme

Unveiling the critical theme of mental turmoil in young Asian-American women.
4/5
  • Animation
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 3 min
REVIEW

For Existing

A heart-wrenching watch that delves into the consequences of profound loneliness on mental health.
4/5
  • Drama, Experimental
  • Australia
  • 2023
  • 7 min
REVIEW

The Guilt

A crime drama that delves into a wrongful arrest and suspicion.
3/5
  • Action, Drama
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 6 min
REVIEW

Put Your Cart Away

Blending dark comedy and absurdity, an offbeat tale of carts and consequences.
4/5
  • Comedy, Thriller
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 5 min
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