Independent Shorts Awards

One Day in GaoYi

On the GaoYi village street, a public announcement is posted to recruit actors for government cultural activities, and the villagers watch with great interest. The announcement does not disturb the rhythm of their daily life.
Directed by Jiaxuan Xiao and Muqiu Qin (China)

Far Away

Facing the reality of their failures, victim of their incapacity, Léa and David have to take a radical decision in the hope of saving their relationship.
Directed by Nicolas Van Ruychevelt (Belgium)

Hers Truly

“Hers Truly” traces the emotional journey of a loving stepmother, Lakshmi who has to part with her 5-year-old daughter, Aditi owing to a custody battle; but instead, she decides to fight against fate.
Directed by Lakshmi Sathish (United Arab Emirates)

Token

Two artists in different stages of life and success deal with the effects of love, ego and loss in modern-day LA.
Directed by Joy Shi (USA)

The Remnant

As a young family moves into their first home, something from its past still remains.
Written by Kaitlyn Kowalski (USA)

The Seeker

A young girl struggles between helping her family, and doing the right thing.
Written by Kaitlyn Kowalski (USA)

Into the Dark

Sometime in the future, two men strapped in back to back, on a journey from Moon to Earth. Real Justice. Just Reality.
Directed by Lukas Hassel (USA)

Rat Trap

After months of loyal service, Lowery wakes up in the boot of a car accused by his drug-dealing boss of being an undercover cop. Lowery must do all that he can to convince him otherwise before they reach their destination, the infamous Butcher Shop.
Directed by Andrew Yeremeyev (Australia)

Remnants

Two sisters return home for their father’s funeral, only to discover hidden relics within a deserted house that explain unknown family secrets.
Directed by Kit Wilson (USA)

Mommy’s Girl

A family drama about a young girl’s struggle to pursue her passion for boxing despite her mom’s doubts. Student Film produced within the University of Southern California.
Directed by Adele Biraghi (USA)