Ryan Farhoudi’s "Road Kill" debuts at HollyShorts 2025, transforming a simple act of goodwill into a harrowing highway thriller that showcases the grit and collaboration of independent filmmaking.
Sharon Chetrit’s "Soup", premiering at HollyShorts, transforms postpartum silence into a surreal kitchen nightmare through practical effects and haunting sound design.
Klimovski’s "ATTAGIRL!" premieres at HollyShorts, capturing the raw energy of queer and trans characters who refuse to be confined by stereotypes.
Kaz PS’s "A Good Death", a bold exploration of grief and Gothic horror, premieres at this year’s HollyShorts Film Festival.
Award-winning director Liam Fitzgibbon debuts his absurdist comedy series Descent at HollyShorts, blending sharp humor with cinematic intensity.
Meron Alon’s "Too Good", premiering at HollyShorts, mixes sharp humor with moral reflection in a playful indie short starring Jean Smart and Lil Rel Howery.
Benjamin Uttley makes his narrative debut with "James Hyde – The Very Thought of You", a WWII romantic thriller that soars into HollyShorts Film Festival.
Snipped explores the universal experience of coexistence through humor and shared rituals, with director Alexander Saul’s personal story and a unifying Muslim-Jewish score softening heavy themes into moments of laughter and trust.
Premiering at HollyShorts, "Mercenaire" reflects meticulous preparation, layered storytelling, and Chevigny’s continued exploration of socially conscious narratives.
We’re giving away some epic filmmaking gear to celebrate our launch — don’t miss it.
Learn how to craft a powerful pitch with insights from writer-producer Jason Shuman. From defining themes to building dynamic characters and delivering with confidence, these tips will help filmmakers and creatives elevate their storytelling and stand out in the industry.
Marcela Barrientos turned chaos into creativity with her debut film, “Sixth Time’s the Charm.” From DMV mishaps to tight deadlines, she embraced the mess, proving that small teams and big risks can lead to unexpected breakthroughs.
Revry CEO Damian Pelliccione shares how authenticity, inclusion, and networking shaped the LGBTQ+ streaming platform’s success. From amplifying diverse voices to building meaningful industry relationships, his journey offers vital lessons for filmmakers today.
NFMLA’s NewNarratives returns with $25K in grants for bold, original storytelling. Now including a new $5K climate-focused grant. Open to global creators across film, TV, and animation. Apply by August 5, 2025.
A Thin Line Between Love and Blood reimagines Filipino folklore through a romance-horror lens, where a manananggal’s bond with a human blurs the line between tenderness and terror.
Shooting a supernatural thriller in just one day, filmmaker Jonathan Davis and his team leaned on vintage lenses, quick thinking, and crew chemistry to bring A Thin Line Between Love and Blood to life—proving that great storytelling can thrive under pressure.
