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Short films that revisit important historical events or eras, capturing significant moments, individuals, and the impact of the past on the present.

History Short Films

Short films that revisit important historical events or eras, capturing significant moments, individuals, and the impact of the past on the present.

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Mali: The Quest for Peace

Unveiling Mali’s cultural resilience and renewal in the shadows of adversity.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 10 min
REVIEW

The Miami Dentist

A comical yet profound exploration of a man on the edge.
5/5
  • Experimental
  • United States
  • 2011
  • 9 min
REVIEW

Personification

A mesmerizing love letter to the transformative power of cinema.
4/5
  • Experimental
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 2 min
REVIEW

Hush

An evocative LGBTQ+ themed drama, showcasing resistance and resilience in the face of Nazi oppression.
5/5
  • Drama, LGBTQ+
  • United States
  • 2020
  • 12 min
REVIEW

Pendidik Berjiwa Merdeka

A beautifully crafted tribute that delves into the transformative impact of Indonesia’s National Hero on education.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • Indonesia
  • 2014
  • 11 min
REVIEW

Foretoken – Omen Of The Outsiders

A cinematic masterpiece that weaves a tale of courage and determination.
5/5
  • Drama
  • United Kingdom
  • 2023
  • 22 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

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

Before the Oil

Unveiling Norway’s journey from oil wealth to sustainable energy, delivering a captivating and urgent call for environmental responsibility.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • Netherlands, Norway
  • 2023
  • 11 min
REVIEW

Serenity

A bite-sized animation that intertwines tranquility with a martial arts showdown
4/5
  • Animation, Comedy
  • Germany
  • 2019
  • 1 min
REVIEW

Welcome

A graphic that tantalizes with it’s eerie aesthetics.
2/5
  • Experimental, Horror
  • Panama
  • 2022
  • 3 min
REVIEW
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MK Ultra Violence

A tale of psychological torment set against the haunting backdrop of 1968.
5/5
  • Horror, Thriller
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 14 min
REVIEW

Through a Glass Eye

A thought-provoking insight into the artistry of two female taxidermists.
5/5
  • Documentary
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 16 min
REVIEW

Hello Peter!

An exploration of the life and work of a renowned Hollywood photographer.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • Switzerland
  • 2012
  • 14 min
REVIEW
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The King’s Pawn

A high-stakes pursuit of success and redemption.
5/5
  • Drama, Thriller
  • United States
  • 2015
  • 17 min
REVIEW

The Meaning of Meaning

A captivating docu-short that journeys the brilliant mind of Italian physicist Carlo Rovelli.
5/5
  • Documentary
  • Canada
  • 2022
  • 7 min
REVIEW

Julius Caesar

The Shakespeare play that offers an ageless and intimate portrayal of betrayal and political intrigue.
4/5
  • Drama, Sci-Fi
  • United States
  • 2012
  • 31 min
REVIEW

Two Immigrants. One Injustice.

A documentary that unfolds the tragic saga of Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti.
5/5
  • Documentary
  • United States
  • 2020
  • 11 min
REVIEW

I Am From Palestine

A touching animation that weaves together Palestinian culture, identity, and pride.
5/5
  • Animation
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Lanes

A moving glimpse into the heart of an iconic racing legacy.
3/5
  • Documentary, Music
  • United States
  • 2020
  • 4 min
REVIEW

Saving The Far East Cafe

The Far East Cafe’s rich history unfolds, revealing a resilient community’s fight for survival and cultural preservation.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 12 min
REVIEW

Duality

A moving tale of a marine grappling with profound grief and confronting the depths of his despair.
4/5
  • Drama
  • Ireland
  • 2008
  • 16 min
REVIEW

My music, My war

A musical odyssey through the work of Fred Vogels.
4/5
  • Music
  • Netherlands
  • 2022
  • 35 min
REVIEW

Swim

A poignant recollection from a childhood marked by racial segregation.
4/5
  • Animation, Documentary
  • United States
  • 2005
  • 4 min
REVIEW

Still Life with Woman, Tea and Letter

An enigmatic ode to the hand-written letter.
4/5
  • Animation, Experimental
  • Netherlands
  • 2022
  • 2 min
REVIEW

Paravirtual

A mesmerizing and intriguing viewing experience.
5/5
  • Experimental, Mystery
  • United States
  • 2021
  • 15 min
REVIEW

The Viridian Jewel

A 1940’s-era romance drama with a dark underbelly.
4/5
  • Drama, Romance
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 8 min
REVIEW

Fr. Themi Adams – Greek Easter 2022

An experimental homage to Greek Bishop Themi Adams.
2/5
  • Experimental
  • Australia
  • 2022
  • 12 min
REVIEW

End of the US Civil War (1863-1865)

A facetious retelling of the American Civil War.
2/5
  • Comedy
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 14 min
REVIEW

Happy On My Own

A twisted tale of nostalgia, revenge and murder.
5/5
  • Horror, Thriller
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 8 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

Unwelcome

A spine-tingling journey into the paranormal unknown.
3/5
  • Horror, Thriller
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 4 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

Mali: The Quest for Peace

Unveiling Mali’s cultural resilience and renewal in the shadows of adversity.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • United States
  • 2024
  • 10 min
REVIEW

The Miami Dentist

A comical yet profound exploration of a man on the edge.
5/5
  • Experimental
  • United States
  • 2011
  • 9 min
REVIEW

Personification

A mesmerizing love letter to the transformative power of cinema.
4/5
  • Experimental
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 2 min
REVIEW

Hush

An evocative LGBTQ+ themed drama, showcasing resistance and resilience in the face of Nazi oppression.
5/5
  • Drama, LGBTQ+
  • United States
  • 2020
  • 12 min
REVIEW

Pendidik Berjiwa Merdeka

A beautifully crafted tribute that delves into the transformative impact of Indonesia’s National Hero on education.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • Indonesia
  • 2014
  • 11 min
REVIEW

Foretoken – Omen Of The Outsiders

A cinematic masterpiece that weaves a tale of courage and determination.
5/5
  • Drama
  • United Kingdom
  • 2023
  • 22 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

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

Before the Oil

Unveiling Norway’s journey from oil wealth to sustainable energy, delivering a captivating and urgent call for environmental responsibility.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • Netherlands, Norway
  • 2023
  • 11 min
REVIEW

Serenity

A bite-sized animation that intertwines tranquility with a martial arts showdown
4/5
  • Animation, Comedy
  • Germany
  • 2019
  • 1 min
REVIEW

Welcome

A graphic that tantalizes with it’s eerie aesthetics.
2/5
  • Experimental, Horror
  • Panama
  • 2022
  • 3 min
REVIEW
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MK Ultra Violence

A tale of psychological torment set against the haunting backdrop of 1968.
5/5
  • Horror, Thriller
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 14 min
REVIEW

Through a Glass Eye

A thought-provoking insight into the artistry of two female taxidermists.
5/5
  • Documentary
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 16 min
REVIEW

Hello Peter!

An exploration of the life and work of a renowned Hollywood photographer.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • Switzerland
  • 2012
  • 14 min
REVIEW
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The King’s Pawn

A high-stakes pursuit of success and redemption.
5/5
  • Drama, Thriller
  • United States
  • 2015
  • 17 min
REVIEW

The Meaning of Meaning

A captivating docu-short that journeys the brilliant mind of Italian physicist Carlo Rovelli.
5/5
  • Documentary
  • Canada
  • 2022
  • 7 min
REVIEW

Julius Caesar

The Shakespeare play that offers an ageless and intimate portrayal of betrayal and political intrigue.
4/5
  • Drama, Sci-Fi
  • United States
  • 2012
  • 31 min
REVIEW

Two Immigrants. One Injustice.

A documentary that unfolds the tragic saga of Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti.
5/5
  • Documentary
  • United States
  • 2020
  • 11 min
REVIEW

I Am From Palestine

A touching animation that weaves together Palestinian culture, identity, and pride.
5/5
  • Animation
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 5 min
REVIEW

Lanes

A moving glimpse into the heart of an iconic racing legacy.
3/5
  • Documentary, Music
  • United States
  • 2020
  • 4 min
REVIEW

Saving The Far East Cafe

The Far East Cafe’s rich history unfolds, revealing a resilient community’s fight for survival and cultural preservation.
4/5
  • Documentary
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 12 min
REVIEW

Duality

A moving tale of a marine grappling with profound grief and confronting the depths of his despair.
4/5
  • Drama
  • Ireland
  • 2008
  • 16 min
REVIEW

My music, My war

A musical odyssey through the work of Fred Vogels.
4/5
  • Music
  • Netherlands
  • 2022
  • 35 min
REVIEW

Swim

A poignant recollection from a childhood marked by racial segregation.
4/5
  • Animation, Documentary
  • United States
  • 2005
  • 4 min
REVIEW

Still Life with Woman, Tea and Letter

An enigmatic ode to the hand-written letter.
4/5
  • Animation, Experimental
  • Netherlands
  • 2022
  • 2 min
REVIEW

Paravirtual

A mesmerizing and intriguing viewing experience.
5/5
  • Experimental, Mystery
  • United States
  • 2021
  • 15 min
REVIEW

The Viridian Jewel

A 1940’s-era romance drama with a dark underbelly.
4/5
  • Drama, Romance
  • United States
  • 2022
  • 8 min
REVIEW

Fr. Themi Adams – Greek Easter 2022

An experimental homage to Greek Bishop Themi Adams.
2/5
  • Experimental
  • Australia
  • 2022
  • 12 min
REVIEW

End of the US Civil War (1863-1865)

A facetious retelling of the American Civil War.
2/5
  • Comedy
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 14 min
REVIEW

Happy On My Own

A twisted tale of nostalgia, revenge and murder.
5/5
  • Horror, Thriller
  • United States
  • 2023
  • 8 min
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