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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“The Caretaker” By Patrick Elmore

An impatient man is waiting for an inheritance so he can buy a new sports car.

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“Sweet Memories” By Jessica Wu

Alone in a homey Japanese eatery, a schoolboy reminisces his failed attempts to woo his crush. He daydreams an elaborate dance number and band performance to redeem his image in the hopes she might reconsider.

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“Dredge” By Zach Closs

Three desperate women cross paths on a maddeningly humid afternoon in suburbia.

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“Mango” By Scott Lazer

Through the unfiltered perspective of her mobile phone, a young woman weighs what she wants with what is realistic.

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“Just Break Away” By Sean Kalra

A young boy finds the inner strength to prevail over his surroundings by walking in his late father’s footsteps.

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“Claire” By Yury Vorobev

It is often very challenging for teenagers to talk about their experiences and seek support. Asking for help or simply opening up and talking about what you're going through is a sign of weakness. This stigma has to go.

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“Sorry for the Inconvenience” By Jane Chow

A lonely teenager tries to help her parents keep their seafood restaurant afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic. Between chopping green beans and packing takeout orders, she attempts to hang on to a semblance of normalcy by studying for her driver’s permit and prepping for her high school Zoom theater debut.