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Friendship Short Films

Short films that explore the bonds, camaraderie, and adventures shared between friends, capturing the essence of loyalty and support.

Friendship Short Films

Short films that explore the bonds, camaraderie, and adventures shared between friends, capturing the essence of loyalty and support.

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The Confessional

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

Self Portrait

A tender exploration of vulnerability and connection.
4/5
  • Drama, LGBTQ+
  • Canada
  • 2020
  • 3 min
REVIEW

Last Set

A raw portrayal of a father/son dynamic amidst the perilous temptation of steroids.
4/5
  • Drama
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 19 min
REVIEW

SNAFU

A tumultuous fusion of dark comedy and criminal antics.
4/5
  • Comedy, Mystery
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 10 min
REVIEW

Locked In

An uproarious ride through crime-solving chaos with two unlikely detectives.
4/5
  • Action, Comedy
  • United States
  • 2025
  • 35 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

Desolate

An audio-visual odyssey through grief and resilience.
3/5
  • Drama
  • Australia
  • 2022
  • 9 min
REVIEW

One Opportunity

Delicately explores the blurred lines of friendship and love in a touching tale of unspoken emotions.
4/5
  • Drama, Romance
  • Netherlands
  • 2024
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

Of the Water

A mermaid’s poignant journey of healing unfolds with exquisite beauty.
5/5
  • Drama, Fantasy
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 11 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

Caged

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

Dream Again

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

Practice Space

A balance of humor and reflection, offering a glimpse into the trials of today’s youth.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 11 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

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

Broken Records

An insightful documentary on the quest to break the World Record for the Longest Stand-Up Comedy show.
4/5
  • Comedy, Documentary
  • United States
  • 2020
  • 22 min
REVIEW

I.T. Guys

A witty mockumentary, where diverse personalities collide against a backdrop of technical chaos.
3/5
  • Comedy, Documentary
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 9 min
REVIEW
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#Ladyfinger

A witty comedy that turns societal absurdities into uproarious entertainment.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 8 min
REVIEW

Sugar Daddy

Betrayal, crime, and unexpected twists collide in a gritty tale of financial struggle and female empowerment.
4/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 16 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
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The Chieftain of the Pudding Race

An original comedy delving into the realms of identity, eccentricity, and the whimsical universe shaped by those on the outside.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • Australia
  • 2023
  • 26 min
REVIEW

Burton Before and After

An emotionally charged journey through time, intimately capturing Burton Ford’s gender transformation.
5/5
  • Documentary, LGBTQ+
  • United States
  • 2017
  • 15 min
REVIEW

Why

A thought-provoking drama that delves into the serendipitous encounter between two strangers.
4/5
  • Drama
  • Canada
  • 2021
  • 10 min
REVIEW
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My Year of Dicks

A spectacular narrative unfolds, weaving a tapestry of wit and wild moments, depicting a teenage girl’s quest to lose her virginity in the early 90s.
5/5
  • Animation, Comedy
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 25 min
REVIEW
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Murphy’s Law

An uproarious British comedy – one of the most hilarious short films of the 21st century.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United Kingdom
  • 2024
  • 25 min
REVIEW

Unfamiliar

A magical tale of friendship and triumph.
4/5
  • Animation, Comedy
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 4 min
REVIEW

Death of a Wizard

Explores the racial tension and consequences of vengeance in the aftermath of Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination.
5/5
  • Drama
  • United States
  • 2012
  • 16 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
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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

The Confessional

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

Self Portrait

A tender exploration of vulnerability and connection.
4/5
  • Drama, LGBTQ+
  • Canada
  • 2020
  • 3 min
REVIEW

Last Set

A raw portrayal of a father/son dynamic amidst the perilous temptation of steroids.
4/5
  • Drama
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 19 min
REVIEW

SNAFU

A tumultuous fusion of dark comedy and criminal antics.
4/5
  • Comedy, Mystery
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 10 min
REVIEW

Locked In

An uproarious ride through crime-solving chaos with two unlikely detectives.
4/5
  • Action, Comedy
  • United States
  • 2025
  • 35 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

Desolate

An audio-visual odyssey through grief and resilience.
3/5
  • Drama
  • Australia
  • 2022
  • 9 min
REVIEW

One Opportunity

Delicately explores the blurred lines of friendship and love in a touching tale of unspoken emotions.
4/5
  • Drama, Romance
  • Netherlands
  • 2024
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

Of the Water

A mermaid’s poignant journey of healing unfolds with exquisite beauty.
5/5
  • Drama, Fantasy
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 11 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

Caged

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

Dream Again

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

Practice Space

A balance of humor and reflection, offering a glimpse into the trials of today’s youth.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 11 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

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

Broken Records

An insightful documentary on the quest to break the World Record for the Longest Stand-Up Comedy show.
4/5
  • Comedy, Documentary
  • United States
  • 2020
  • 22 min
REVIEW

I.T. Guys

A witty mockumentary, where diverse personalities collide against a backdrop of technical chaos.
3/5
  • Comedy, Documentary
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 9 min
REVIEW
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#Ladyfinger

A witty comedy that turns societal absurdities into uproarious entertainment.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 8 min
REVIEW

Sugar Daddy

Betrayal, crime, and unexpected twists collide in a gritty tale of financial struggle and female empowerment.
4/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 16 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
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The Chieftain of the Pudding Race

An original comedy delving into the realms of identity, eccentricity, and the whimsical universe shaped by those on the outside.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • Australia
  • 2023
  • 26 min
REVIEW

Burton Before and After

An emotionally charged journey through time, intimately capturing Burton Ford’s gender transformation.
5/5
  • Documentary, LGBTQ+
  • United States
  • 2017
  • 15 min
REVIEW

Why

A thought-provoking drama that delves into the serendipitous encounter between two strangers.
4/5
  • Drama
  • Canada
  • 2021
  • 10 min
REVIEW
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My Year of Dicks

A spectacular narrative unfolds, weaving a tapestry of wit and wild moments, depicting a teenage girl’s quest to lose her virginity in the early 90s.
5/5
  • Animation, Comedy
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 25 min
REVIEW
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Murphy’s Law

An uproarious British comedy – one of the most hilarious short films of the 21st century.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United Kingdom
  • 2024
  • 25 min
REVIEW

Unfamiliar

A magical tale of friendship and triumph.
4/5
  • Animation, Comedy
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 4 min
REVIEW

Death of a Wizard

Explores the racial tension and consequences of vengeance in the aftermath of Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination.
5/5
  • Drama
  • United States
  • 2012
  • 16 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
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