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HollyShorts 2025: What Makes Good IP?
The 21st Annual Hollyshorts Film Festival hosted a panel of bestselling authors who came to discuss the intellectual property that is likely to succeed in the film industry, and how to navigate the space where literary media and film converge.
"Murphy's Ranch": John Michael Riva Jr’s Gripping Thriller Selected for HollyShorts
A revealing conversation with filmmaker John Riva on his suspenseful short that confronts dark American history through the lens of genre storytelling.
HollyShorts to Feature Lee Knight’s "A Friend of Dorothy"
Lee Knight’s "A Friend of Dorothy", a HollyShorts selection, celebrates unexpected friendship and community through heartfelt underdog storytelling.
Indy Shorts Demolishes Records in 2025
The Academy Qualifying, GOYA recognised and BAFTA affiliated festival entertained a record number of attending filmmakers for their 2025 edition
What Talking Heads' "Psycho Killer" Tells Us About Music Videos
Last month, Talking Heads finally released a music video for "Psycho Killer" in honor of the 50th anniversary of their live debut. Directed by Mike Mills and starring Saoirse Ronan, how does this new music video compare to the band's wacky, iconic works from the MTV era?
John Kelly’s “Retirement Plan” Heads to HollyShorts Film Festival
Fresh from sweeping SXSW, John Kelly’s animated short "Retirement Plan" debuts at HollyShorts, blending Domhnall Gleeson’s standout voice work with sharp humor and heartfelt reflection.
Eric Boadella Serves Up "Magical Meat" at HollyShorts 2025
At this year’s HollyShorts, Eric Boadella’s "Magical Meat" blends horror and absurdity in a tale of stealing Danny Trejo’s bravery, brought to life with Yasu Tanida’s striking visuals and a custom Panavision lens.
Jacob Samuels’ "I Want My Mommy" Debuts at HollyShorts Film Festival
Director Jacob Samuels’ "I Want My Mommy" premieres at HollyShorts, delivering a fearless blend of dark humor, heartfelt sincerity, and unexpected turns.
Gabriel Grosclaude Unleashes "Lux Carne" at HollyShorts
Inspired by personal experiences and family debates about meat consumption, Gabriel Grosclaude’s "Lux Carne" imagines a world where eating meat means killing the animal yourself.
Joshua Dietz’s “Supper” Set to Premiere at HollyShorts Film Festival
Joshua Dietz’s directorial debut Supper premieres at HollyShorts, blending tragedy and humor in a darkly comedic take on family dynamics with an acclaimed cast.
Sivan Levy Zakin's "Loss" Confronts Violence, Girlhood, and Grief at HollyShorts 2025
At this year’s HollyShorts Film Festival, Sivan Levy Zakin presents "Loss", a deeply intimate portrait of grief, girlhood, and resilience. The film confronts the quiet ways violence shapes identity, refusing to offer easy comfort or resolution.
“BUSTED!” by Sarah Adelman Joins HollyShorts Lineup
Sarah Adelman’s "BUSTED!", inspired by her firing from a sperm bank for doing stand-up, debuts at HollyShorts, blending heartfelt ambition with sharp comedy.
Jon Clark's "Love Machine" Set to Screen at HollyShorts Film Festival
Premiering at HollyShorts, Jon Clark’s "Love Machine" playfully examines AI, human connection, and the awkwardness of dating. With a reimagined all-female lead dynamic and striking single-location design, the short blends humor and introspection.
Santi Pujol Amat on "Rage" and its Premiere at HollyShorts Film Festival
Premiering at HollyShorts, "Rage" is a 35mm-shot debut whose non-professional cast and collaborative process deliver a raw, poignant portrait of adolescent estrangement.
Inside the Shifting City: Gerardo Coello Escalante's "Susana" at HollyShorts
Inspired by real-life experiences in Mexico, "Susana" tackles the nuances of tourism and gentrification with authenticity and restraint. Directors Gerardo Coello Escalante and Amandine Thomas invite viewers to reflect without judgment.