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Heartbreak Short Films

Short films that capture the emotional turmoil, vulnerability, and transformative nature of heartbreak, offering glimpses into the healing process.

Heartbreak Short Films

Short films that capture the emotional turmoil, vulnerability, and transformative nature of heartbreak, offering glimpses into the healing process.

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Drama Queen

Love’s twisted tale takes a bloody comical turn in this dark tale of revenge.
4/5
  • Comedy, Horror
  • Portugal
  • 2024
  • 6 min
REVIEW

How’s Man Made

An intimate dive into the intricate bond between a father and his daughter.
4/5
  • Drama
  • United States
  • 2024
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

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
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This Is For You

An emotionally charged and profoundly intimate tale depicting the end of a relationship.
5/5
  • Drama, LGBTQ+
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 19 min
REVIEW
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A Smaller Big Bang

A comedic take on marital discord with an action-style twist.
5/5
  • Action, Comedy
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 9 min
REVIEW
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Smothered

An evocative dark comedy laced with a startling twist.
4/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 9 min
REVIEW

The Night Inside

A one-shot thriller. A gripping tale of suspense and truth within the confines of a Spanish hospital.
5/5
  • Drama, Thriller
  • Spain
  • 2023
  • 24 min
REVIEW

The Life Between Two Nights

An enthralling and emotionally charged exploration of resilience and perseverance.
5/5
  • Drama
  • Spain
  • 2022
  • 24 min
REVIEW

The Lost Love

Witness the profound evolution of love and loss in this beautifully crafted short drama.
4/5
  • Drama, LGBTQ+
  • United Kingdom
  • 2024
  • 13 min
REVIEW

French Fly

A comedic masterpiece that takes flight with wit, clever satire, and outlandish charm.
5/5
  • Animation, Comedy
  • United States
  • 2019
  • 4 min
REVIEW

Wants and Needs

Intimacy, desire, and the truth intertwine as a couple navigate the complexities of their relationship.
4/5
  • Drama, Romance
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 19 min
REVIEW

A Bad, Bad Day

A tale of bad luck, angst, and unexpected challenges. A captivating character study.
3/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 15 min
REVIEW

Zheimer

A touching exploration of identity, memory, and the profound fear faced by those living with Alzheimer’s disease.
4/5
  • Drama
  • Spain
  • 2023
  • 12 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

Brooklyn Burial

A young woman grapples with her heartbreak through a symbolic gesture.
3/5
  • Drama
  • United States
  • 2020
  • 8 min
REVIEW

Flame

A poetic exploration of moving on, delivered with charm, wit, and cinematic flair.
4/5
  • Comedy, Romance
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 6 min
REVIEW
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Hit Friends

A wickedly funny dark comedy where assassins navigate friendship, Grindr, and childlike spats.
5/5
  • Action, Comedy
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 13 min
REVIEW

Listen

A poignant tale of heartbreak and sexuality.
4/5
  • Drama, LGBTQ+
  • Australia
  • 2019
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Dating Audrey

A charming ode to letting go and embracing the magic of the present.
5/5
  • Comedy, Romance
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 20 min
REVIEW
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Bodies of Water

A timeless exploration of desire and self-discovery in the face of societal homophobia.
5/5
  • Drama, LGBTQ+
  • United States
  • 2018
  • 14 min
REVIEW
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The Lovers

An eccentric comedy that takes a fantastical and unpredictable turn.
5/5
  • Comedy, Fantasy
  • Spain
  • 2023
  • 22 min
REVIEW

Martin County

An experimental drama that dives into the adventures of an impassioned pool-swimmer.
2/5
  • Drama, Experimental
  • United States
  • 2018
  • 30 min
REVIEW

Finding Norm(al)

A compelling break-up drama that explores our protagonist’s inner turmoil.
4/5
  • Drama, LGBTQ+
  • United States
  • 2019
  • 8 min
REVIEW

The Sadder but Wiser Boy

A tale of self-discovery and the unexpected twists that redefine friendships.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 29 min
REVIEW

Billy

A horror/drama that explores the intersection of aging and loneliness.
5/5
  • Drama, Horror
  • United Kingdom
  • 2019
  • 37 min
REVIEW

Whispers Among Wolves

A dramedy that serves up a delectable blend of brazen wit and unexpected endearment.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • Australia
  • 2014
  • 17 min
REVIEW

Cambio De Corazón

A poignant exploration of loss and the transformative journey toward self-love and acceptance.
4/5
  • Drama, Experimental
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 28 min
REVIEW

Vicious Cycle 2: The Beginning

A tale of revenge and unyielding determination in the neon-lit underbelly of Las Vegas.
4/5
  • Action, Thriller
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 24 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

Drama Queen

Love’s twisted tale takes a bloody comical turn in this dark tale of revenge.
4/5
  • Comedy, Horror
  • Portugal
  • 2024
  • 6 min
REVIEW

How’s Man Made

An intimate dive into the intricate bond between a father and his daughter.
4/5
  • Drama
  • United States
  • 2024
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

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
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This Is For You

An emotionally charged and profoundly intimate tale depicting the end of a relationship.
5/5
  • Drama, LGBTQ+
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 19 min
REVIEW
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A Smaller Big Bang

A comedic take on marital discord with an action-style twist.
5/5
  • Action, Comedy
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 9 min
REVIEW
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Smothered

An evocative dark comedy laced with a startling twist.
4/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 9 min
REVIEW

The Night Inside

A one-shot thriller. A gripping tale of suspense and truth within the confines of a Spanish hospital.
5/5
  • Drama, Thriller
  • Spain
  • 2023
  • 24 min
REVIEW

The Life Between Two Nights

An enthralling and emotionally charged exploration of resilience and perseverance.
5/5
  • Drama
  • Spain
  • 2022
  • 24 min
REVIEW

The Lost Love

Witness the profound evolution of love and loss in this beautifully crafted short drama.
4/5
  • Drama, LGBTQ+
  • United Kingdom
  • 2024
  • 13 min
REVIEW

French Fly

A comedic masterpiece that takes flight with wit, clever satire, and outlandish charm.
5/5
  • Animation, Comedy
  • United States
  • 2019
  • 4 min
REVIEW

Wants and Needs

Intimacy, desire, and the truth intertwine as a couple navigate the complexities of their relationship.
4/5
  • Drama, Romance
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 19 min
REVIEW

A Bad, Bad Day

A tale of bad luck, angst, and unexpected challenges. A captivating character study.
3/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 15 min
REVIEW

Zheimer

A touching exploration of identity, memory, and the profound fear faced by those living with Alzheimer’s disease.
4/5
  • Drama
  • Spain
  • 2023
  • 12 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

Brooklyn Burial

A young woman grapples with her heartbreak through a symbolic gesture.
3/5
  • Drama
  • United States
  • 2020
  • 8 min
REVIEW

Flame

A poetic exploration of moving on, delivered with charm, wit, and cinematic flair.
4/5
  • Comedy, Romance
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 6 min
REVIEW
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Hit Friends

A wickedly funny dark comedy where assassins navigate friendship, Grindr, and childlike spats.
5/5
  • Action, Comedy
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 13 min
REVIEW

Listen

A poignant tale of heartbreak and sexuality.
4/5
  • Drama, LGBTQ+
  • Australia
  • 2019
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Dating Audrey

A charming ode to letting go and embracing the magic of the present.
5/5
  • Comedy, Romance
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 20 min
REVIEW
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Bodies of Water

A timeless exploration of desire and self-discovery in the face of societal homophobia.
5/5
  • Drama, LGBTQ+
  • United States
  • 2018
  • 14 min
REVIEW
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The Lovers

An eccentric comedy that takes a fantastical and unpredictable turn.
5/5
  • Comedy, Fantasy
  • Spain
  • 2023
  • 22 min
REVIEW

Martin County

An experimental drama that dives into the adventures of an impassioned pool-swimmer.
2/5
  • Drama, Experimental
  • United States
  • 2018
  • 30 min
REVIEW

Finding Norm(al)

A compelling break-up drama that explores our protagonist’s inner turmoil.
4/5
  • Drama, LGBTQ+
  • United States
  • 2019
  • 8 min
REVIEW

The Sadder but Wiser Boy

A tale of self-discovery and the unexpected twists that redefine friendships.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 29 min
REVIEW

Billy

A horror/drama that explores the intersection of aging and loneliness.
5/5
  • Drama, Horror
  • United Kingdom
  • 2019
  • 37 min
REVIEW

Whispers Among Wolves

A dramedy that serves up a delectable blend of brazen wit and unexpected endearment.
5/5
  • Comedy, Drama
  • Australia
  • 2014
  • 17 min
REVIEW

Cambio De Corazón

A poignant exploration of loss and the transformative journey toward self-love and acceptance.
4/5
  • Drama, Experimental
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 28 min
REVIEW

Vicious Cycle 2: The Beginning

A tale of revenge and unyielding determination in the neon-lit underbelly of Las Vegas.
4/5
  • Action, Thriller
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 24 min
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