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Festival
Short Film Programs
Whether sparking laughter, inspiring reflection, or pushing creative boundaries, SIFF’s short film programs deliver big stories in small packages. These bite-sized cinematic gems are presented in themed blocks, offering audiences a dynamic and immersive experience that highlights the power of short-form filmmaking.
Festival Film
90 | 8 Short Films
Kick off the short films with a vibrant global showcase. This electrifying collection celebrates daring storytelling, cinematic craft, and unforgettable moments from some of today’s most exciting filmmakers. (90min)
Festival Film
105 | 6 Short Films
A famous T-shirt brand is reborn… Fish and ritual on a Japanese island... Final days in a Florida trailer park... An illiterate Nepali woman steps into a classroom for the first time… Red abalone inspires a movement… A man falls for a sandwich… It’s all true in this sparkling program of documentary gems. (105min)
Festival Film
92 | 9 Short Films
Raw, intimate, and deeply human, these powerful films explore life’s hardest moments and the resilience that carries us through. From quiet heartbreak to unexpected tenderness, this moving collection reminds us we’re never alone. (92min)
Festival Film
104 | 8 Short Films
Quirky characters. Wild turns. Delicious surprises. This laugh-out-loud collection delivers offbeat humor and playful chaos, proving that when life spins out of control, the best response is to buckle up and enjoy the ride. (104min)
Festival Film
103 | 8 Short Films
Families come in all forms—and so do their challenges. This compelling program explores love, conflict, culture, and connection as parents, siblings, partners, and chosen family navigate the messy, beautiful ties that bind us together. (103min)
Festival Film
96 | 8 Short Films
Joyful, fearless, and heartfelt, these LGBTQ+ stories celebrate identity, vulnerability, and self-discovery. From first love to fabulous drag, this uplifting lineup honors the courage it takes to live—and love—out loud. (96min)