Short films

Future is Panorama

When Siham, an immigrant in Germany, discovers her daughter is hiding from danger at the hands of right-wing terrorists, she plunges into a desperate quest to save her, despite police inaction.

Muschirf Shekh Zeyn / 0:15:04 / Germany / Thriller / 2024

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The Comments Section｜Meat & Livestock Australia

【Client】Meat & Livestock Australia
【Agency】Droga5 Australia, part of Accenture Song
【Production】The Sweetshop

In the film we see a series of scenes that became centres for debate and division in Australia. Some serious (clean energy debate), others asinine (dog grooming).
As each of these scenes appeared, The Comments Section, represented as physical stadium seating, filled with a host of divided characters.
Every line spoken is a real Australian comment sourced from online comments sections.
It seems like Aussies are divided on every topic until, as we reach a crescendo, one remarks “there must be something that unites us”.
At this point we reveal Sam Kekovich and lamb - the same thing that unites the nation every year.
He tells Aussies to “get out of the comments and into the cutlets” and they do.

Max Barden / 00:03:00 / Australia / Branded Movie / 2025

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Human Stuff

A director with no ideas calls on an AI to help him find the ending to his scenario.

Quentin Montant / 0:07:09 / France / Comedy / 2024

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UPSIDE-DOWN GENIUS

Dr. Noboru Sakai was a genius, but an odd one who, for some reason, always conducted his research hanging upside-down. One day, a new secretary named Margaret arrives at his laboratory. Claiming to be "perfect," she begins a strange life alongside the "upside-down genius" doctor.

Ryotaro Nishi / 0:05:52 / Japan / Experimental / 2024

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The Place Before Daybreak

Naoya, living in the heart of Tokyo, spent his days caught up in the routines of a work-centered life. It had been a long time since he indulged in his favorite pastime — traveling, something he had loved since his university days.

One day, out of the blue, he receives a phone call from Shogo, a senior from his university, inviting him on a trip to Okutama. Though puzzled by the sudden invitation, Naoya heads out to Okutama, where Shogo introduces him to an American traveler named Jackson.

The three of them explore the lush natural surroundings — a place so rich in nature it hardly feels like it’s still part of Tokyo. Along the way, they meet warm-hearted locals and

Sara Masuda / 0:19:16 / Japan / / 2025

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Audience Award Live-action Competition Asia International

Dandelions Girl

Set in northern Iran,11-year-old Roja, who dreams of playing soccer, she convinces the boys to let her play with them. Showing great talent as a goalkeeper, frustrated Kubar, pushes her and causes her head hit the goalposts. Believing she is lifeless, Kubar's father forces everyone to rewrite the story to save his son from consequences.

Azadeh Masihzadeh / 0:19:43 / Iran / Drama / 2025

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Asia International Best Short Award/Governor of Tokyo Award

The Burning Night

Speeding through the late-night streets of Guangzhou in 2008, teenagers vented their frustration with the external world. The troubles they caused unexpectedly dissipated amidst the bright fireworks welcoming the Olympics, and the fervour inspired by the nationwide celebration.

Demon Wong / 0:20:08 / Hong Kong / Drama / 2024

mature Mature Content:
These films may include sexual and/or violent content.

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Special Screening- Produced by actor Kim Nam-gil

How to Open the Door

Haneul has taken the next step in her life after leaving the orphanage, and moved into her new home. Suddenly, she wakes up, noticing that all her belongings are gone! She now goes on an adventure to reclaim her lost home and learn the true meaning of self-reliance.

Park Ji-wan & Joan Hui Ji-yey / 0:31:00 / South Korea / Fantasy / 2024

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Focus on Brazil

My Mother is a Cow

Left in her aunt’s care on a family ranch at the edge of the burning Brazilian wetland, 12-year-old Mia is desperate for the touch of her mother’s love ? but in this volatile natural world, with the impending threat of a deadly Jaguar consuming the family, love comes in unexpected form.

Moara Passoni / 0:15:00 / Brazil / Drama / 2024

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Focus on Brazil

Big Bang

Uberlandia, Brazil. Chico earns his living fixing ovens, in which he easily fits into thanks to his small size. Disregarded and marginalized by a society that hates him, Chico begins to resist.

Carlos Segundo / 0:14:09 / France, Brazil / Drama / 2022

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