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.
Festivals
Coverage and insights from the world’s leading film festivals, including HollyShorts, Nòt Film Fest, FilmQuest, and TIFF. Explore interviews, reviews, and behind-the-scenes stories that spotlight filmmakers and their work on the international stage.
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.
Jahmil Eady's "HAINT" to Screen at HollyShorts Film Festival
Filmmaker Jahmil Eady’s "HAINT" uses horror to explore Gullah Geechee cultural erasure and land loss, premiering at this year’s HollyShorts Film Festival.
Ida Melum's "Ovary-Acting" to Screen at HollyShorts Film Festival
Filmmaker Ida Melum’s "Ovary-Acting" blends stop-motion, live-action puppeteering, and humor to transform the pressures of motherhood into a visually inventive, politically charged short premiering at HollyShorts.
Salvatore Scarpa’s "Largo" Finds Humanity Beyond the Headlines at HollyShorts Festival
Premiering at HollyShorts, "Largo" tells a young Syrian refugee’s story with authenticity, blending realism and escapism to inspire empathy.
Joey Garfield’s "It's On Like A Pot Of Neckbones" Heads to HollyShorts Film Festival
At HollyShorts, Joey Garfield’s "It’s On Like a Pot of Neckbones" captures the untraditional artistry and electrifying presence of Charlotte Hornets announcer Eric Collins.
Bonnie Discepolo’s "Neo Dome" Brings Heat to HollyShorts
At HollyShorts, Bonnie Discepolo’s "Neo Dome" proves how much power fifteen pages can hold, blending action, humor, and striking visuals. Starring Anna Camp, the neo-Western leaves audiences wanting more.