LONG-01. Short Films 1

Astro

The Netherlands, Short Animation, 2024, 17 min

Winner at Aspen Shortsfest

Boulder Premiere

Emily just started her job as a telephone psychic at a morally ambiguous spiritual call center, even though she isn’t particularly spiritual herself. Her readings follow a carefully scripted, vague formula that keeps callers satisfied without revealing much. As she talks to people from all walks of life, strange moments begin to make her wonder if there’s more going on than she’s able to see. SUBTITLED Subtitled.

Directed by Tim Ewalts

Little Goodbyes

Canada, Short Film, 2025, 15 min

Colorado Premiere

On a chilly December evening, eight-year-old Florence takes her little sister Simone to the local market to see Santa Claus. After a series of peculiar encounters, Florence does everything she can to keep Simone’s Christmas magic alive. SUBTITLED Subtitled.

Directed by Justine Martin

The Three Sisters

Cyprus/Israel, Short Animation, 2024, 15 min

Boulder Premiere

On a windswept, secluded island, three sisters live in quiet solitude, each tucked away in her own tiny, weather-beaten house. Their peaceful isolation is upended when unexpected events force them to rent out one of their homes. As a stranger arrives, the sisters’ carefully guarded secrets begin to unravel, revealing hidden bonds​ and the magic that lingers in even the loneliest corners of the world.

Directed by Konstantin Bronzit

Extremist

Latvia, Short Film, 2025, 17 min

Executive Producer Ben Stiller On the Oscar Shortlist

Boulder Premiere

Extremist follows a modern heroine standing alone against the monstrous dragon of lawless “justice.” One small act forces Sasha into a heartbreaking choice: seven years in prison — or betray herself. Told through the eyes of an artist, the story paints the harsh realities of war, prison and judicial Russia in vivid, colorful strokes. It is a true story of love and loyalty – to your partner and to yourself. SUBTITLED Subtitled.

Directed by Aleksandr Molochnikov

Trapped

US, Short Film, 2024, 15 min

Best US Short at the Palm Springs Shortsfest

Colorado Premiere

Janitor Joaquin works late with his son when a night at school turns unpredictable. Facing obstacles and mischief, ​he must ​try to navigate the night’s surprises, while keeping his job, and his cool,​ intact.

Directed by Sam Cutler-Kreutz, David Cutler-Kreutz

Retirement Plan

Ireland, Short Animation, 2024, 7 min

Nominated for a 2026 Oscar

Boulder Premiere

Dissatisfied with life, Ray (voiced by Domhnall Gleeson) dreams of the beauty and joy he’ll find when work finally ends. SUBTITLED Subtitled.

Directed by John Kelly

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