Short film
The Beyond the Short Indie Short Film winners showcases incredible works of narrative short films from a diverse, talented group of filmmakers, directors, actors and crew. Explore our entire curated catalog of indie short films from rising filmmakers.
Genres
“The Greatest Gift” by Leo Pfeifer
Eight stories intersect to explore the transformative power of learning, brought to life through narration crafted from 250 real voicemails.
“June Bug” by Kyle Sawyer
After failing an eye test, an elderly woman struggles to come to terms with the fact that she may never drive her beloved VW Beetle again.
“Subah” by Arnav Mangla
After the death of his mother, a gifted sprinter must decide whether to tread on his own path or surrender to his father’s plans for his future. This coming-of-age explores the themes of grief, love, ambition, liberation, and forgiveness.
“GHANIMAH” by Sai Karan Talwar
Determined to join the British Army against the wishes of his brother and father, Abdullah gets embroiled in an angry dispute with them — over spilling into issues with the family. Through the emotional encounter between the three, Ghanimah is a hard-hitting story of honour, duty, family, faith, religion and identity.
“Sunflower Field” by Polina Buchak
Under the shadowy threat of war, a young Ukrainian girl awaits a call from her father. As she waits, the day turns into night and she sinks into various dreamscapes from which she must find her way home.
“Plight” by Elijah Austin
After acquiring provisions for his family, a man faces hardship and struggles to survive on his journey home.
Explore Past Beyond the Short Short Film Festival Winners
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