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.

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“Apology” by Kylie Murphy

One stupid joke. Two good friends. Three thousand apologies. Two friends get caught in an apology loop.

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“Herd Immunity” by Rosie May Bird Smith

Meet Tony - a slightly gullible man who reads things online and takes them as gospel. One questionable article later and he decides to splash some serious cash on the investment of a lifetime.

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“Radical Honesty” by Bianca Poletti

At the tail end of a great date, Jack and Rachel bond over a shared interest in deconstructing traditional relationship structures. When Jack reveals the reality of his "radical" open relationship, things take a turn for the absurd in this short film about the co-option of the language of liberation as means of manipulation and control.

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“Kowalsky” by Émile V. Schlesser

Once a wealthy family, the Kowalsky’s fortune is gradually falling apart. When the only son comes begging his widowed mother for help, an ugly row escalates between the two – that forces both of them to absurd choices and cruel deeds.

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“Love You Tyler” by Devon Diffenderfer

When Luke starts to talk about his new girlfriend, Tyler, who happens to have the same name and career as his roommate, things get a little awkward.

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“Ten Dollar Funeral” by Taryn Ward

After releasing a captured mouse safely into the wilderness, Guy finds himself alone with his roommate, making it clear that his trip into isolation with Buddy was merely a ruse for vengeance. Juxtaposed with one of the most aggressive rounds in boxing history, the story of Ten Dollar Funeral explores themes of family, power and violence.

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“The Misadventures of Kidsuper” By Colm Dillane

Based on a true story, the early days of the KidSuper empire. A fashion designer and his entourage set out to make a mark on the streets of NYC. What begins as a high-wire heist evolves into a plan to throw the biggest party in the city — but can they make it out on top?