Death Valley
The struggles of Neanderthal life in 36 000 B.C. Written by Leevi Heino Einari Oramo (Finland)
Year: 2025
Talk With Shadows
Reclusive dream-weaver Li lives alone in a secluded wooden house, gifted with a mystical ability: by touching an object, he
Violet
A man surprises his girlfriend, Violet, with an early anniversary gift. Directed by Brandon Rozo (USA)
Switchback
On a rainy night in 1944, three strangers are stranded in a remote roadside diner, while an escaped convicted murder
Last Night
On a vacation, sensitive and vulnerable Becky tries to gain self-esteem by sudcing a man who is pursuing her sister.
Why Me
In Why Me, a teenage girl is caught in the emotional residue of a past obsession. As she moves forward
Samuel Flint & the Magpie Gang
Directed by Alessia Devecchi (USA)
Sticker It!
After a mother’s will requires her daughters to decide their inheritance by placing a “sticker” on her belongings, the eldest
Lipstick Grunge
Lipstick Grunge tells the story of an all girl garage band trying to find success in the music business. With
More Dead Than Living
A bitter, cranky widow is visited by Death, who lets him know that his time is up. He’s ready and
7th Annual Independent Shorts Awards Unveils Non-Competitive Lineup
Discover 5 exceptional short films in the Independent Shorts Awards’ non-competitive section, celebrating bold stories and diverse voices on the big screen this September 6 at Regal LA Live.
Full Program Announced for the 7th Annual Independent Shorts Awards
Explore the complete lineup of screenings and events happening at Regal LA Live, including all films at the 7th Annual Independent Shorts Awards showcase. Showtimes run from morning through evening.
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A tender, resonant farewell to a fading community space, blending intergenerational warmth and quiet resilience into a heartfelt celebration of memory and belonging.
July 2025 Award Winners
Independent Shorts Awards is proud to announce the award winners for July 2025. This month’s selections were chosen from a