Youth Film Festival 'Flimmern & Rauschen': 'Boys like us rarely get the opportunity to tell our own stories'
The Youth Film Festival 'Flimmern & Rauschen' highlights the struggles of young people in Berg am Laim, showcasing their stories through film.
Hope Arsenal Project Uses Audiovisual as a Tool for Inclusion in São Paulo
The Arsenal of Hope in São Paulo is celebrating its 30th anniversary with the launch of a short film produced by individuals supported by this social assistance shelter, through a training program in audiovisual skills.
Director Lim Da-seul's 'Tongue' Wins Jury Award at SXSW Midnight Short Film Competition, a First for Korean Cinema
The short film 'Tongue' by director Lim Da-seul has won the Jury Award at the SXSW Midnight Short Film Competition, making it the first Korean film to achieve this honor.
‘Zeta’: ambitious but superficial Spanish espionage cinema with ETA in the background
‘Zeta’ attempts to replicate the thrill of the Bourne series but falls short with a superficial narrative and predictable ending.
Bloody Wedding 2
'Bloody Wedding 2' falls short of its clever predecessor but still entertains while paying homage to horror films.
Iranian Cinema: "Uncovering History is also a Form of Resistance"
The article discusses the efforts of Iranian film historian Hadi Alipanah and curator Afsun Moshiry to revive and showcase the works of the short film collective Cinema-ye Azad, which sought to represent an authentic view of life under the Shah in Iran before being silenced by the regime post-1979.
Finnish Lauri and Heikki were involved in the Oscar-winning film
Finnish sound designers Lauri Marjamaa and Heikki Kossi participated in the Oscar-winning short documentary 'All the Empty Rooms.'
The compilation of domestic short films "Fire Under the Ashes" arrives in cinemas
A new collection of local short films titled "Fire Under the Ashes" will premiere in Estonia on April 8th, featuring works from five different directors.
These are the records and unusual moments at the 2026 Oscars
The 98th Academy Awards, held on March 15, showcased remarkable achievements and unusual moments, including Amy Madigan's historic Oscar win after a 41-year wait and an unprecedented tie in the Best Live Action Short Film category.
Caruaru Film Festival opens registration for its 13th edition and expands programming with a new international show
The Caruaru Film Festival has opened registrations for its 13th edition, introducing a new international showcase alongside additional competitive categories.
The macabre Soviet legend that inspired the first international success of the director of 'The Secret Agent'
Brazilian filmmaker Kleber Mendonça Filho transitions a chilling Soviet urban legend into a Brazilian context through his acclaimed short film 'Vinil Verde', which has received numerous awards since its release.
The film Livia is twenty percent more human than Melania. However, the former first lady doesn’t say much about herself and her time
The documentary film "Livia" explores the life of Livie Klausová, the former First Lady of Czechia, but falls short in providing depth about her various roles and contributions.
Valentina Merli: "Italy absent? A real shame"
Valentina Merli, Italy's sole nominee at the 98th Academy Awards, discusses her role as a co-producer of the short film "Two People Exchanging Saliva," highlighting its themes related to societal issues and artistic expression during the pandemic.
Valentina Merli, the Italian awarded at the Oscars: “What an emotion to see DiCaprio smile from the stage"
Italian producer Valentina Merli was recognized at the Oscars for her short film "Two People Exchanging Saliva," which portrays a queer love story set in a dystopian future where kisses are forbidden.
Montreal-based filmmakers lead Canadian Oscar wins with animated short victory
A Montreal filmmaking duo has won an Oscar for best animated short film, contributing to a total of four Canadian wins at the Academy Awards.
Valentina Merli, the only Italian winner at the 2026 Oscars
Valentina Merli, a 53-year-old producer from Bologna, became the only Italian to win an Oscar in the 2026 ceremony for her short film 'Two People Exchanging Saliva.'
Oscar 2026: The Rare Tie for Best Live Action Short Film – The Other 6 Times It Has Happened
During the Oscars ceremony, an unusual moment occurred when two films tied for the Best Live Action Short Film category.
Car fire blocks the Øresund Bridge heading to Denmark
The documentary film 'All the Empty Rooms' wins an Oscar for Best Short Documentary Film at last night's award ceremony, highlighting school shootings in the USA and featuring Danish co-producer Sigrid Dyekjær.
Oscar Winner about School Shootings Has Danish Influence
The film "All the Empty Rooms" has won an Oscar for Best Short Documentary, featuring Danish co-producer Sigrid Dyekjær.
Violeta Kreimer, the Argentine who won the Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film
Violeta Kreimer, a producer from Argentina, won an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film for her team’s project, which was announced at the 2026 Academy Awards.
Who is Violeta Kreimer, the Argentine who took the stage at the Oscars for best short film
Violeta Kreimer represented Argentina at the Oscars as part of the team for the winning short film 'Deux personnes échangeant de la salive.'
Oscars 2026: First French Victory, a Short Film Supported by Julianne Moore and Isabelle Huppert
A French short film, 'Deux personnes échangeant de la salive,' won at the Oscars 2026, marking the first victory for France, with noteworthy support from Julianne Moore and Isabelle Huppert.
Oscar sees its first tie in 13 years in the best short film category
The 2026 Oscar Awards witnessed a rare tie in the best short film category, with the awards shared between 'The Singers' and 'Two People Exchanging Saliva'.
Best Short Film Oscar has a tie and two films win
The Best Short Film category at the Oscars saw a tie this year, with both 'The Singers' and 'Two People Exchanging Saliva' winning the award.
Braga: Uberland film exposes scars of domestic violence; 'it's never too late to reinvent reality,' says director
The short film 'Braga' addresses domestic violence in Brazil and encourages societal discourse on the issue, according to its young director Nicole Kate.
The macabre Soviet legend that inspired the first international success of the director of 'The Secret Agent'
Brazilian filmmaker Kleber Mendonça Filho drew inspiration from a chilling Soviet urban legend for his short film 'Vinil Verde', which marked his first major recognition at the Cannes Film Festival.
At George Lucas's school, aspiring filmmakers dream of Oscars thanks to AI
At USC, aspiring filmmakers are leveraging artificial intelligence to create films, with one student's AI-generated short winning an award.
WEEKLY RESPONDER ⟩ Mart Sander: I am quite sure that my magnum opus is still to be created
Mart Sander discusses his creative process and recent work on the short film 'Tallinn is Burning'.
Oscars 2026 - 'Papillon': The true story of the swimmer who survived Auschwitz and returned to the Olympic Games
The short animated film 'Papillon' explores the life of French-Jewish swimmer Alfred Nakache, highlighting his journey from Auschwitz to Olympic competition.
Curta Taquary announces programming for its 19th edition with more than 60 films; check it out
The 19th edition of the Curta Taquary film festival will feature over 60 short films from across Brazil, starting on March 16 and running through March 22 in various cities.
Violeta Kreimer, the Argentine producer competing for an Oscar: how her project was born and the support of two great actresses
Violeta Kreimer, an Argentine producer, is nominated for an Oscar for her short film, which has won numerous awards and showcases her strong ties to Argentina.
Antti Holma's Movie on TV Today – May Disturb Sensitive Viewers
Antti Holma's short film 'Dear Pierangelo' is noted for its intriguing storytelling and balance of humor and seriousness, yet it may unsettle more sensitive viewers with its themes of unfortunate dating experiences.
CULTURE IS HOT ⟩ Rocket does not fear: rising Estonian filmmaker shot a new short film in Kyiv
Estonian filmmaker Dimitri Nassenik discusses his new short film 'Eesmärk,' which was filmed in Kyiv and is available for free on YouTube.
Carlo D’Ursi, Goya Winner for Best Short Documentary: "We Need Fewer Miracles and More Decent People"
Carlo D’Ursi has won the Goya Award for Best Short Documentary for his film 'El Santo', which is inspired by the legacy of his grandfather.
Katariina Aule 'Leivalaul' Selected for Tampere Short Film Festival Program
Katariina Aule's short film 'Leivalaul' has been selected for the 'Generation XYZ' program at the 56th Tampere Film Festival.
A short film gives voice to the emptiness felt by families of children with incurable diseases: “It doesn’t matter so much how much time is left as how we are going to navigate it”
A short film highlights the emotional struggles of families with children suffering from incurable diseases through the lens of pediatric palliative care.
He Escaped from Colombia and Pursued the American Dream in the U.S.: His Story Came to Cinema
Manolo Betancur's story of escaping Colombia's armed conflict to seek a new life in the United States is now captured in the documentary short film 'The Changebaker'.
Gorillaz releases the album 'The Mountain' and an animated short film
The virtual band Gorillaz released their album 'The Mountain' today, accompanied by an animated short film.
Donald Tusk talked about his "favorite animals". The short film has a deeper meaning.
In a recent video, Donald Tusk humorously referred to military equipment as his favorite 'animals', signaling to President Karol Nawrocki to support the SAFE law for EU funding.
The Sound Inspired the Story. What Can We Learn About the Short Film "Slime" Nominated for the "Grand Kristaps"?
Directors Jēkabs Okonovs and Aivars Šaicāns discuss their creative process and the challenges faced in producing the short film "Slime," which received two nominations at the Grand Kristaps film awards.
The Sound Inspired the Story. About the short film 'Sludge' nominated for the 'Big Kristaps', told by Jēkabs Okonovs and Aivars Šaicāns
This article discusses the creative journey and challenges faced by Jēkabs Okonovs and Aivars Šaicāns in producing the short film 'Sludge', which has received two nominations at the Big Kristaps awards.
Amateur Film Festival in Unterföhring: A Bavarian Lion for the Best Short Film
The amateur film festival in Unterföhring will reward the best short film with a prize named after the Bavarian Lion, contributed by the Bavarian Prime Minister Markus Söder.
Actor from Bahia participates in the opening of Bad Bunny's shows in Brazil; meet him
Actor Álvaro Emílio, from Bahia, opened for Bad Bunny's shows in São Paulo with a short film showcasing Brazilian youth culture.
Director María Herrera Seeks Goya with Short Film on Consent: 'I Have Been Told That Removing the Condom Without Notice Is Not a Severe Sexual Assault'
María Herrera's short film 'El cuento de una noche de verano' deals with the theme of consent, highlighting the serious implications of stealthing.
Intercollegiate Film Festival to be held in Guayaquil
The Intercollegiate Film Festival (FIC) in Ecuador's Guayaquil is seeing significant growth in participation and quality, showcasing a large number of student-produced short films from across the country.
A film success has become a lovely TV series
The TV series 'Lotte & Totte' creatively adapts themes suitable for a young audience within short episodes that include a gentle moral.
A Film Success Has Become a Lovely TV Series
The article discusses the art of creating children's content, focusing on the new TV series 'Lotte & Totte', which offers short episodes with moral lessons.
Facing Emotional Wounds Through Filmmaking: Children in Noto Create Scripts Incorporating Their Experiences
A program in Noto, Japan, helps children facing emotional trauma from disasters confront their feelings through the process of making a short film.
Sydney filmmaker takes top prize at revived short film festival Tropfest
Lianne Mackessy, a filmmaker from Sydney, won the top award at the Tropfest short film festival for her film 'Crescendo' during its revival after a seven-year hiatus.
The first short clip from German Golubi's next film 'At Your Service' has been released
A short clip has been released for German Golubi's upcoming film 'At Your Service', showcasing its cast and story.