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

“Swiped” by Daniel Florio
Tara is at a crossroads in life and it seems the only thing she has going for her at the moment is Nick, the hot Italian guy from a dating app.

“Vampire” by Carlos Lerma
A young man rumored to be a vampire for never swimming at pool parties must confront the real reason he doesn’t: he doesn’t want to be shirtless in public. And after a new pool party invite comes in the mail, he must fight or flight.


“The Desperate Plea” by Matt York
A jogger confronts an acquaintance in the park who unfollowed him on Instagram.

“The Birth of a Critic” by Finn Thompson
A lonely cinephile finally meets his cinematic soulmate - if only his snobbery doesn't ruin it first.

“Hailey’s Crisis of Faith” by Matt York
A young NY Jewish woman and her brother navigate a crisis of faith she goes through.

“Beyond Being Well” a DiNola Brother’s Film
Two jealous, biohacking podcasters attempt reducing their "footprint" by living under the same roof.
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