SHORT FILMS
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Dust
Dave Elley has been quietly shaping surfboards in Raglan, New Zealand for almost 30 years. Though his talent is widely recognized, he is seldom acknowledged. In an ego-centric industry, riddled with mediocrity and mass production, Dave is an anomaly – shaping only when inclined, not asked.
What Climate Change?
Johny, a surfer and painter from Portugal, tells us about his art and his relationship to nature. Or does he?
RAW - The Sound of Teahupo'o
Filmed in the heart of the jungle of French Polynesia, and close to the most beautiful wave in the world, famous photographer and filmmaker Tim McKenna has followed the surfing locals Gilbert Teave and Tahurai Henry during one special day.
Dancing On Water
Dancing on Water dives deep into the paternal bond between Warrick and Felicity Palmateer. Despite all the obstacles and challenges they have come to face in life, the ocean has always kept them grounded, and most importantly a place of healing.
Passing Through
A young woman connects with her hedonistic father in the most unlikely of places - a hospice facility in trashy paradise, South Florida.
Ashes
Bereft after the loss of her beloved Dad James (Michael Caton), Frances (Georgina Haig) misses the appointment to pick up his ashes.
I'm Ready
Vic, a fanatic doomsday prepper which studies every series, movie, and book possible. Uploading tutorials as a successful career to a YouTube channel, It’s an obsession... Finally, a zombie apocalypse is here. But something even worse arrives at his front door… The neighbour.
Healing Heart Feeling Country
Witness country come alive as Mark Cora, proud Minjungbal man and cultural educator unveils the contexts that shape his latest artwork, The Wind Dancer.
The Crossing Project
The Crossing Project features creative responses from local writers about the many waterways and the old wooden bridges criss-crossing the Northern Rivers of Bundjalung Country.
Coming Home - Stories of Bandjalang Elders
Three Elders from the Bandjalang region near Coraki reminisce about their childhoods growing up at Boxridge Mission as well as their ongoing connection to country.
Tinnie Heroes
A short film that's big on bravery. Locals jumped into tinnies to save those stranded in the fast rising floodwaters of 2022. Real life stories of courage and tenacity about the tinnie rescues. Footage of the floods included. A poignant film that surprisingly will make you laugh and cry.
The Red Suitcase
2023 Oscar Nominee, The Red Suitcase is an evocative tale chronicling the journey of a 16-year-old Iranian girl as she manoeuvres the confines of an airport, determined to escape a pre-arranged marriage.
Tria
Reminiscent of Sofia Coppola's Virgin Suicides, this film captures the essence of sisterhood, budding sexuality, and the shadows of betrayal and patriarchal dominance.
I Promise You Paradise
Following a violent incident; Eissa a 17 years old African migrant in Egypt is in a quest against time to save his loved ones whatever it takes.
At a Glance
During his evening shift, pizza delivery guy Izem suspects domestic violence is taking place behind the doors of a wealthy customer. Do the police believe his warning?
The Old Young Crow
An Iranian boy befriends an old Japanese woman at a graveyard in Tokyo.
Animal Transport
A man returns to his job in a company that transports animals. On his first trip, one of the cages doesn't seem to be carrying what it should. The mystery lurking in his truck pushes him to the limit of his own sanity.
Call Me Mommy
A pedantic mother-to-be hires a stranger to role-play as her unborn daughter.
Hit Man: Secrets of Lies
A short film based on the best selling "Hit Man" book series by Grand Master of mystery Lawrence Block. Starring Richard Kind, Karen Allen, William Sadler, and Peter Riegert.
So Many Dreams
Pierce Brosnan shares his passion for the art of painting, showcasing his breathtaking creations and sharing the profound personal journey that fuels his creative spirit.
The Microcosm
London, 1966. Homosexuality between men is still criminalised. Women don't fare any better. A woman who is exposed as a lesbian can expect to lose her job, her lodgings, her family. It is a tough, dangerous and nerve-wracking existence.
Poppies Will Put Them To Sleep
An experimental re-imaging of the iconic poppy scene from the Wizard of Oz. The Oz planetoid's topography is derived from pixel brightness as a z-coordinate.
Cold Crush (D'amour et d'eau frette)
Completely east of Quebec, the Magdalen Islands are an archipelago of rare beauty where a little more than 12,000 people live. Among them, Alexis Boudreau, a 9th generation fisherman, is part of a small community of locals who brave winds and tides by surfing year round.
Blue and Gold
A short documentary about north coast man Luke Morgan, who dedicated the first part of his life to the ocean, but in his 30's discovered Gold Prospecting - and has been dedicated and passionate about this pursuit ever since.
Bagus Lagi - The Dream Never Ends
Bagus Lagi means good again in the Indonesian language.
No better expression to describe the trip of the free surfer Pedro Booman, a deep admirer of Indonesia and its infinite perfect barrels.
Buarcos - The Unridden Ones
In the center of Portugal, runs the longest right hander wave in Europe. Generations have tried to surf it at its peak. This is the story of their journey.
Beyond Frames
Beyond Frames is a short documentary about surf photographer Jon Aspuru and his journey with Natxo Gonzalez.
Beyond Frames tells of big dreams and the longing for home.
Fifth Tide
Winter swells, thundering waves, sharp reefs, paddling larger waves with guns, and the struggle and joy that comes with all of that. FIFTH TIDE shows the life of two women during the rough Portuguese winter season. It shows their connection to the ocean, waves, and nature, and how they found sisterhood through all of this.