Producing 101: Script Breakdown
A crucial first step in film production that determines the trajectory of how well a film turns out. Let's explore all that's involved with breaking a script down.
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The Magic of One-Shot Film and Television
If you've ever seen 1917 or the mini series Adolescence then you might've noticed something about them that felt unique or strange - that would be that they were shot in one take.
"Sense of Emergency": Filmmaker Madeline Down on Her HollyShorts-Selected Short
At this year’s HollyShorts, Madeline Down’s "Sense of Emergency" follows a paramedic facing PTSD, inspired by her mother’s real-life rescue, and honors the quiet sacrifices of first responders.
Hollyshorts 2025: Entertainment Law 101 for Short Filmmakers
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HollyShorts 2025: Meet the Festival Founders
From teenage party promoters to founders of an Oscar-qualifying festival, lifelong friends Daniel Sol and Theo Dumont reflect on 21 years of Hollyshorts and give a glimpse into its future on the global stage.
Jason Adam Maselle’s “Punter” Races into HollyShorts Spotlight
At this year’s HollyShorts Film Festival, Jason Adam Maselle’s "Punter" captures a father-son bond set against Johannesburg’s horse-racing scene, with the Academy Award-qualifying short now headed for a feature adaptation.
"Earth Defender" Brings Indigenous Voices to the Forefront at HollyShorts
At this year’s HollyShorts Film Festival, "Earth Defender"—co-created with the Iban Sungai Utik community—uses cinematic storytelling to honor Indigenous guardians, portraying grief, legacy, and the urgent fight for land rights.
"Fire At Will": Morgan Gruer’s Intimate Family Drama Shines at HollyShorts
At this year’s HollyShorts Film Festival, Emmy® Award-winner Morgan Gruer’s "Fire At Will" turns a real-life family will dispute into a sharply crafted blend of chaos, rivalry, and humor, shot in her childhood home with universal emotional impact.
"ADO" Merges Shakespeare and School Shooting in Poignant HollyShorts Selection
At this year’s HollyShorts, Sam Henderson’s ADO blends Much Ado About Nothing with a school shooting, honoring teachers’ courage in a deeply personal story of resilience and hope.
"Houston, We Have a Crush": An Interview with Filmmaker Omer Ben Shachar on His HollyShorts-Selected Film
At this year’s HollyShorts Film Festival, Omer Ben Shachar’s "Houston, We Have a Crush" tells the absurdist yet heartfelt story of Ditto, a mostly non-verbal animatronic alien, navigating loneliness and connection against the striking backdrop of the desert.
Grief Gets Messy and Funny in "My Dead Mom" at HollyShorts
At this year’s HollyShorts Film Festival, Lauren Corber’s My Dead Mom blends sharp wit and tender honesty in a candid look at long-term grief.
"Exodus" Redefines Freedom After Incarceration at HollyShorts
At this year’s HollyShorts, Nimco Sheikhaden’s "Exodus" explores life after prison, challenging binary guilt narratives and serving as a bridge for healing between separated families.
"Holy Smokes" Brings Latina Buddy Comedy to HollyShorts
At this year’s HollyShorts, Isabella Ares and Gabby Fiszman’s "Holy Smokes" serves up a raunchy, heartfelt stoner comedy rooted in Catholic school nostalgia and Latina humor, blending absurdity, sharp commentary, and improvised charm.
"The Funkee Sketch Show": Karla Espino’s Latina-Centered Comedy Shines at HollyShorts
At this year’s HollyShorts, Karla Espino’s "The Funkee Sketch Show" delivers sharp, Latina-centered comedy, weaving personal stories into sketches on love, family pressure, and the chaos of singlehood in your 30s.