Short Film
Celebrating the Art of Short Filmmaking
The Short Films Category Competition is a special showcase within the Ho Chi Minh City International Film Festival (HIFF) dedicated to the art of short filmmaking. It provides a platform for emerging and established filmmakers to tell captivating stories in a condensed format, exploring the depths of creativity within the constraints of brevity.
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Valeria Hofmann
BASRI AND SALMA IN A NEVER-ENDING COMEDY
Khozy Rizal
CIRCLE
Yumi Joung
CLOWN*ESSES
Jana Rothe
CROSS MY HEART AND HOPE TO DIE
Sam Manacsa
EVER SINCE, I HAVE BEEN FLYING
Aylin Gökmen
HOME IS WHERE THE STAR FRUITS TASTE SOUR
Huy Nguyen
HOWLING
Aya Kawazoe
IN PRAISE OF SLOWNESS
Hicham Gardaf
LEILA
Fariba Haidari
NASIDA RIA: SUN STAGE
Wisnu Candra
OF OTHER TOMORROWS NEVER KNOWN
Natasha Tontey
OUR PAIN
Shunsaku Hayashi
PACIFIC VEIN
Ulu Braun
TERRA MATER
Kantarama Gahigiri
THE ALTAR
Moe Myat May Zarchi
THE MOON WILL CONTAIN US
Kim Torres
THE PARADE
Ryan Benjamin Lee
THE PHYSICAL REALM
Sompot ChidgasornpongseWhat to Expect in the Short Films Category Competition:
Miniature Worlds of Creativity
This competition reveals miniature worlds where filmmakers craft compelling narratives, develop characters, and evoke emotions within a limited timeframe. It celebrates the ingenuity and resourcefulness of short filmmaking.
Diverse Storytelling
Short films span a spectrum of genres and themes, offering a diverse range of storytelling experiences. From thought-provoking dramas to hilarious comedies and experimental works, there’s something for every cinephile.
Emerging Talents and Seasoned Creators
The competition brings together both emerging talents and seasoned filmmakers, providing a stage for new voices and experienced storytellers to shine. It’s an incubator of fresh ideas and creative exploration.
Concise and Impactful
Short films excel in delivering powerful messages and emotions in a condensed form. They invite viewers to embark on a swift but profound cinematic journey, leaving a lasting impact.