Shortz! Film Festival

Winner 3rd Place Judges Choice

Moth is a dark comedy about Elmer, who doesn't feel at ease in modern society; he lives secluded from other people in a remote house. When everyone goes to sleep, Elmer wakes up and goes to his job: cleaning in the hospital. He prefers to avoid his colleagues. One night, he discovers a terminally ill female drug addict. Judging from her bone structure it is clear that she once was beautiful, now however, due to the scarring and the pallor, she makes a sad appearance. When she is dead, Elmer decides to bring deepest fantasie to reality. This however, comes at a price.

Winner 2nd Place Audience Choice

"In the Bag" is a fast paced comedy about Dan, a likeable and well intentioned guy, who gets caught up in a whirlwind of panic and deceit after an accidental murder. Flight always wins over fight as Dan tears through the night hiding evidence from the victim's wife, Julie. Julie meanwhile, has other intentions for her night as she seeks sensual comfort from the hysterical Dan.

Winner 1st Place Audience Choice

The final 24 hours in the life of a Piñata, as told from the Piñata's perspective.

Category Winner, Best Documentary

In the final months of his life, Ned recounts his World War II Silver Star worthy experience.

Category Winner, Best Animation

An animated, musical, not-so-meditative meditation on the nature of personal space...

2nd Place Judges Choice & Category Winner, Best Horror

On a cold winter night, Laura reads his brother David the story of a strange creature that attacks children. Suddenly, a shiver runs Laura's body, feeling a strange presence in the house. It’s him.

A documentary style film filled with interviews of six very different people from separate walks of life. We asked them basic questions and let them answer in whatever way they see fit. There was no wrong answer. This process created a one of a kind film.

She’s tired and she must wait in the cold of the night for the first tramcar. And the argument this couple is having right next to her isn’t making things easier. So, she’s going to interrupt them, at her own risks…

A young woman tries to find peace with her self image using a controversial and disturbing product.