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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“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.

“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.

“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.

“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.

“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?

“The Reality” By Trevor Clarence
A mild-mannered florist needs a win and agrees to swap jobs for the day with a paramedic. Turns out... being a paramedic is a little bit harder than being a florist.

“Abduction Production” By Collin Black
A monotonous young couple are inspired by sci-fi b-movies to fake an alien abduction to spice up their relationship.
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