A celebration of cinema

We welcome short films from around the world, from emerging voices to experienced storytellers, and from productions of every scale. Whether a film is made with a full crew, a micro-budget, or a handful of passionate collaborators, what matters most is the strength of the story, the clarity of the vision and the dedication behind the work.

Interim Results

2026

OFFICAL SELECTION

BEHIND THE DOOR
Leonardo Valenti

BEHIND THE WHEEL
Nathan Jenkinds

CIGARETTE FINGERTIPS
Grace Bowman

DRIFTER
Kieron Beilby

FOREVER
Michelle Worthington

HORROR TALE FOR NIGHT FANTASIES
Gregory Golub

JOY JAR
Michelle Worthington

LARKSPUR
Michelle Patkowski

NOMINEE

LIFEBOAT
Nick Payne

FINALIST

CIRCLE
Ben & Sam Perkins

CONFESSIONS
Kevin Khachan

LUDOVIC
Nick Bolton

SOCIAL MEDIA SLAUGHTERHOUSE
Kevin Khachan

WHY WE CRY
Nadine Coulson

PREFER NOT TO SAY
Shaun Foley

SPUDS
Vance Mellen

THE REMAINS
Andrew Robards

THREADS
Noah Duncan

TRUTH TELLING/WHITE LIES
Kelly Cardona

WAITING FOR THE MAN
Gerard Lambkin

WAY
Danni Fenech

WHY WE PRIDE
Natalie Scarsbrook

Representing the everyday filmmaker

We believe cinema is not defined by budget, status or industry access. It is defined by imagination, craft, emotional truth and the courage to make something meaningful despite the obstacles. We honour films that connect people across cultures, languages and borders, and seek stories that stay with audiences long after the credits roll.

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