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Adventure Short Films

Short films that take audiences on exhilarating journeys filled with exploration, risks, and unexpected discoveries in various settings.

Adventure Short Films

Short films that take audiences on exhilarating journeys filled with exploration, risks, and unexpected discoveries in various settings.

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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

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

Mouthful of Water

A whimsical journey through humor and surrealism.
5/5
  • Action, Animation
  • Estonia
  • 2020
  • 5 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
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A Wild Life

A heartrending journey of an unexpected friendship that beautifully navigates the complexities of grief.
5/5
  • Drama
  • United Kingdom
  • 2024
  • 20 min
REVIEW

Dream Again

A whimsical journey into the depths of childhood imagination and fantasy.
5/5
  • Animation, Fantasy
  • Australia
  • 2024
  • 12 min
REVIEW

I Just Don’t Like You… A Love Story

A gay-themed tale, where humor and heartache intertwine.
4/5
  • Comedy, Drama, LGBTQ+
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 13 min
REVIEW

Savage Sands

A visually alluring journey of solitude, as a man is cast ashore on a tropical island.
4/5
  • Drama, Thriller
  • Australia
  • 2024
  • 28 min
REVIEW

Lili

Embark on a philosophical journey through desire, connection, and the mysteries of existence.
5/5
  • Drama, Experimental
  • Australia
  • 2024
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Daytona Lemon Club

A chilling tale of deception, as an exuberant lemon visits an exclusive citrus only hotel resort.
3/5
  • Animation, Mystery
  • Argentina
  • 2023
  • 3 min
REVIEW

mELT

Discover the whimsical and moral wants/needs of humanity in this offbeat and thought-provoking short.
4/5
  • Experimental
  • United Kingdom
  • 2024
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Remember

A poignant journey through memories and the bittersweet symphony of life.
4/5
  • Drama, Romance
  • Australia
  • 2024
  • 19 min
REVIEW

Coral

An educational film about our decaying coral reefs. A call to action in the face of an environmental crisis.
3/5
  • Documentary, Experimental
  • United States
  • 2014
  • 4 min
REVIEW

Domino Springs

A desperate journey through the Mojave desert unravels a paranormal twist.
5/5
  • Drama, Mystery
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 21 min
REVIEW

Follow Your Instinct

The psychological dance of desire and empowerment between a curious cab driver and a seductive passenger.
3/5
  • Mystery, Thriller
  • Netherlands
  • 2017
  • 4 min
REVIEW

A Day on Dick Lake

A hilariously unpredictable boat trip that takes an adult-themed twist.
4/5
  • Comedy
  • United States
  • 2020
  • 2 min
REVIEW

Mad Dash

A one-shot comedy that seamlessly navigates the chaos of a student’s life.
4/5
  • Comedy
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 13 min
REVIEW
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Harlem Fragments

Embark on an emotional odyssey through the universe of family fractures.
5/5
  • Animation, Drama, Sci-Fi
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 18 min
REVIEW

Winter Surfing in Iceland

Surfers challenge Iceland’s winter waves, offering a visually striking ode to unconventional passion.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • Iceland
  • 2023
  • 2 min
REVIEW

Beyond the Wind

Embark on a fantasy adventure, where the narrative comes to life through the enchanting use of silhouettes.
4/5
  • Fantasy, Sci-Fi
  • France
  • 2023
  • 26 min
REVIEW

Kalahari – The Hidden Gem

Embark on an odyssey through the awe-inspiring Kalahari Desert.
5/5
  • Documentary
  • Botswana
  • 2023
  • 37 min
REVIEW

The Barter

A high-action tale set in the dystopian wild west.
3/5
  • Action, Sci-Fi
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 21 min
REVIEW

Poro Forever – The Little Town that Could

Explore the joy, success, and open-hearted culture of a thriving rural community.
3/5
  • Documentary
  • Philippines, United States
  • 2021
  • 20 min
REVIEW

Lana Crypt 7: The Wild Hunter

An action-packed parody of the iconic ‘Tomb Raider’ protagonist.
3/5
  • Action, Thriller
  • Slovakia
  • 2022
  • 15 min
REVIEW

Magnetic Massacre

A chilling ride of suspense as two friends face a sinister force unleashed by an old VHS tape.
4/5
  • Comedy, Horror
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 12 min
REVIEW

Tetrocters

A tale of salvation and hope in a whimsical world.
4/5
  • Animation, Music
  • Japan
  • 2022
  • 3 min
REVIEW

The Soul of Botswana

A documentary that beckons viewers to experience the untamed wilderness of Botswana.
5/5
  • Documentary
  • Botswana
  • 2022
  • 31 min
REVIEW

Lose Yourself

A spiritual adventure in the beauty of nature and introspection.
4/5
  • Experimental
  • Iceland
  • 2023
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Hero’s Journey

Witness Brenden Pienaar’s courageous spirit, skills and passion for exploration.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • South Africa
  • 2023
  • 1 min
REVIEW

Tamgaly

A visually bold journey into the realm of avant-garde animation.
2/5
  • Animation, Experimental
  • Kazakhstan, United States
  • 2021
  • 3 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

More than a Wolf: Wolf 813

Unveiling the harsh truth of wildlife hunting, this documentary ignites empathy and sparks a call to action for conservation.
3/5
  • Documentary
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 11 min
REVIEW

Dear Dad

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

Cup of Joe

A quirky workplace comedy with a caffeinated twist.
4/5
  • Comedy, Experimental
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 4 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
Handpicked - Short Films Matter

Solskur

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

Mouthful of Water

A whimsical journey through humor and surrealism.
5/5
  • Action, Animation
  • Estonia
  • 2020
  • 5 min
REVIEW
Handpicked - Short Films Matter

Dragon Fruit

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

A heartrending journey of an unexpected friendship that beautifully navigates the complexities of grief.
5/5
  • Drama
  • United Kingdom
  • 2024
  • 20 min
REVIEW

Dream Again

A whimsical journey into the depths of childhood imagination and fantasy.
5/5
  • Animation, Fantasy
  • Australia
  • 2024
  • 12 min
REVIEW

I Just Don’t Like You… A Love Story

A gay-themed tale, where humor and heartache intertwine.
4/5
  • Comedy, Drama, LGBTQ+
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 13 min
REVIEW

Savage Sands

A visually alluring journey of solitude, as a man is cast ashore on a tropical island.
4/5
  • Drama, Thriller
  • Australia
  • 2024
  • 28 min
REVIEW

Lili

Embark on a philosophical journey through desire, connection, and the mysteries of existence.
5/5
  • Drama, Experimental
  • Australia
  • 2024
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Daytona Lemon Club

A chilling tale of deception, as an exuberant lemon visits an exclusive citrus only hotel resort.
3/5
  • Animation, Mystery
  • Argentina
  • 2023
  • 3 min
REVIEW

mELT

Discover the whimsical and moral wants/needs of humanity in this offbeat and thought-provoking short.
4/5
  • Experimental
  • United Kingdom
  • 2024
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Remember

A poignant journey through memories and the bittersweet symphony of life.
4/5
  • Drama, Romance
  • Australia
  • 2024
  • 19 min
REVIEW

Coral

An educational film about our decaying coral reefs. A call to action in the face of an environmental crisis.
3/5
  • Documentary, Experimental
  • United States
  • 2014
  • 4 min
REVIEW

Domino Springs

A desperate journey through the Mojave desert unravels a paranormal twist.
5/5
  • Drama, Mystery
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 21 min
REVIEW

Follow Your Instinct

The psychological dance of desire and empowerment between a curious cab driver and a seductive passenger.
3/5
  • Mystery, Thriller
  • Netherlands
  • 2017
  • 4 min
REVIEW

A Day on Dick Lake

A hilariously unpredictable boat trip that takes an adult-themed twist.
4/5
  • Comedy
  • United States
  • 2020
  • 2 min
REVIEW

Mad Dash

A one-shot comedy that seamlessly navigates the chaos of a student’s life.
4/5
  • Comedy
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 13 min
REVIEW
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Harlem Fragments

Embark on an emotional odyssey through the universe of family fractures.
5/5
  • Animation, Drama, Sci-Fi
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 18 min
REVIEW

Winter Surfing in Iceland

Surfers challenge Iceland’s winter waves, offering a visually striking ode to unconventional passion.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • Iceland
  • 2023
  • 2 min
REVIEW

Beyond the Wind

Embark on a fantasy adventure, where the narrative comes to life through the enchanting use of silhouettes.
4/5
  • Fantasy, Sci-Fi
  • France
  • 2023
  • 26 min
REVIEW

Kalahari – The Hidden Gem

Embark on an odyssey through the awe-inspiring Kalahari Desert.
5/5
  • Documentary
  • Botswana
  • 2023
  • 37 min
REVIEW

The Barter

A high-action tale set in the dystopian wild west.
3/5
  • Action, Sci-Fi
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 21 min
REVIEW

Poro Forever – The Little Town that Could

Explore the joy, success, and open-hearted culture of a thriving rural community.
3/5
  • Documentary
  • Philippines, United States
  • 2021
  • 20 min
REVIEW

Lana Crypt 7: The Wild Hunter

An action-packed parody of the iconic ‘Tomb Raider’ protagonist.
3/5
  • Action, Thriller
  • Slovakia
  • 2022
  • 15 min
REVIEW

Magnetic Massacre

A chilling ride of suspense as two friends face a sinister force unleashed by an old VHS tape.
4/5
  • Comedy, Horror
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 12 min
REVIEW

Tetrocters

A tale of salvation and hope in a whimsical world.
4/5
  • Animation, Music
  • Japan
  • 2022
  • 3 min
REVIEW

The Soul of Botswana

A documentary that beckons viewers to experience the untamed wilderness of Botswana.
5/5
  • Documentary
  • Botswana
  • 2022
  • 31 min
REVIEW

Lose Yourself

A spiritual adventure in the beauty of nature and introspection.
4/5
  • Experimental
  • Iceland
  • 2023
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Hero’s Journey

Witness Brenden Pienaar’s courageous spirit, skills and passion for exploration.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • South Africa
  • 2023
  • 1 min
REVIEW

Tamgaly

A visually bold journey into the realm of avant-garde animation.
2/5
  • Animation, Experimental
  • Kazakhstan, United States
  • 2021
  • 3 min
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