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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“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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“E Y A N” By Peter Widdrington

Set somewhere between reality and fiction, EYAN is a story about a friend who is trying to move forward as an artist after discovering his dead body on a beach.

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“Valence” By Remy Cats

Discipline, eagerness and an iron will. The constant fear of losing. Unseen battles hidden inside her mind. This is the story of a girl who sacrifices everything to defend her Kyokushin karate title at the world championship in Japan. This is the story of Valence.

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“Mirage” By Dustin Tan

Mirage is a haunting satire about a housewife, Elaine, trapped in a loveless marriage to her oblivious yuppie husband. As the superficiality of Elaine's life becomes increasingly suffocating, she receives a letter that recalls distant memories from a former life. Sexuality, consumerism, and the male gaze are explored through a metaphysical lens.

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“Wuhan Driver” By Tiger Ji

A Chinese Uber driver in New York struggles to make ends meet as he picks up various passengers on a long and dreary night.

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“The Other Half” By Tom Tennant

Hannah and Dan are in the midst of a pregnancy scare which only frightens one of them, but will a test provide the answers they're looking for?

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“Sunday” By Sean Wang

Burdened by an expired visa, a young couple spend what could be their last night together. What feels like a normal night in New York City with their friend eating pizza, ice cream, and taking the subway quickly lead to questions that are left hanging and point towards deeper emotions at play.