James A. Castillo's "The Quinta's Ghost" Haunts HollyShorts Film Festival
"The Quinta's Ghost" explores the universal emotional engine within Goya's isolated struggle, pushing animated genre storytelling into new territories.
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Freyr Brings David Telles’ Bold Vision to HollyShorts
Xicano filmmaker David Telles brings his daring and heartfelt short Freyr to HollyShorts, embracing his weirdest self to create a story rooted in empathy.
Alexander Saul’s “SNIPPED” Premieres at 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.
Aaron Blaise's "Snow Bear" to Premiere at HollyShorts Film Festival
Animator Aaron Blaise channels personal loss and the magic of hand-drawn storytelling in his intimate short film, "Snow Bear".
Jack Howard's "The Second Time Around" to Dazzle at HollyShorts Film Festival
Jack Howard’s "The Second Time Around" turns familiar tropes into a heartfelt meditation on love and loss.
Pier-Philippe Chevigny’s “Mercenaire” Premieres at HollyShorts Film Festival
Premiering at HollyShorts, "Mercenaire" reflects meticulous preparation, layered storytelling, and Chevigny’s continued exploration of socially conscious narratives.
Matt Campanella’s "Sunday Sauce" Shines at This Year’s HollyShorts Film Festival
A surreal, heartfelt, and hilariously chaotic portrait of family, identity, and love, "Sunday Sauce" takes audiences on an unforgettable ride through an Italian American household.
Julia Weisberg Cortés' "Boyfighter" to Screen at HollyShorts Film Festival
In her heartfelt short film "Boyfighter", Julia Weisberg Cortés channels personal loss into a story of love, legacy, and redemption.