The Florida Animation Festival presents a curated showcase of award-winning animated short films, highlighting diverse styles and themes. Featured films include "Undiscovered," "Negative Spaces," "Love Me Fear Me," "Only A Child," "Balance," and "Bilby," exploring topics like self-worth, identity, and love through unique narratives and visual artistry.
The Shape of Becoming is a collection of short films that trace the messy, beautiful, and often defiant paths of youth in transition. These stories explore the fluidity of gender, the complexity of sibling bonds, the ache of first heartbreaks, and the quiet rebellions that shape who we are. From waltzing lessons and punk chords to sleepwalking mysteries and party revelations, each film captures a moment of becoming—where transformation is inevitable, and authenticity is hard-won.
Love, loss, libido, and the occasional second penis—Hard Feelings dives headfirst into the chaos of human connection with a lineup of short films that are as emotionally raw as they are hilariously unhinged. From pharmaceutical side effects and romantic misfires to cults, time capsules, and handball rivalries, these stories explore the absurdity of desire, identity, and self-discovery.
Step into the heart of Florida’s Panhandle with The 850, a curated program of short films that capture the grit, humor, mystery, and soul of a region often overlooked for movies but never lacking in cinematic spirit. These five films—crafted by local filmmakers—offer a kaleidoscopic view of the region, blending documentary, drama, surrealism, and horror into a compelling evening of storytelling.
Escape into a program of short films that blurs the lines between reality and artifice, from an urban food co-op's technological experiment gone awry to a sci-fi thief's journey in a dystopian colony. Other tales include a noir story of a memory-battling agent, a surrealist disruption of an American sitcom's reality, and a poignant Midwestern story of grief. The collection concludes with an absurdist tragedy set in a repressive society where affection is forbidden.
In this program, boundaries blur and perspectives drift. This collection of eight experimental shorts invites viewers into liminal spaces—between land and sea, memory and myth, ritual and rebellion. Each film offers a distinct lens on transformation, whether through decaying landscapes, fractured identities, or surreal encounters.
This program of seven short films explores the tension between performance and authenticity — from influencer baiting in Central Park to a home assistant’s existential crisis. Whether it’s a third martini that opens the door to mystery, a stoner’s worldview shaken by an old friend, or a chef devoured by perfectionism, each story blends absurdity with raw emotion. These are tales of connection, confusion, and the strange flavors of being human.
Step into a world where dreams unravel, stuffed animals spark chaos, and ghosting gets literal. This collection of seven bold, bizarre, and emotionally charged shorts dives headfirst into the minds of the misfits, the haunted, and the revenge-driven. From Miami streets to basement mysteries, trunk-bound secrets to baby vendettas, these stories are as unpredictable as they are unforgettable.
This compelling double feature explores the dangerous intersections of love and oppressive societal structures. First, in "My Comrade", a wounded rebel and a tribal villager find themselves entangled in a tense story of politics and forbidden love when the rebel seeks refuge. Then, "Two People Exchanging Saliva" presents an absurdist tragedy set in a world where kissing is a capital offense and slaps are currency. An unhappy woman's fascination with a salesgirl leads to a burgeoning connection, attracting suspicion in this surreal dystopia.
This documentary program showcases diverse American stories through short films, ranging from portraits of artistic passion to unique personal journeys. Featured works include "Lab Man," "Motorcycle Moment," and "The Winning Recipe." Filmmakers will engage in discussions post-screening, inviting audiences to explore the creative processes and inspirations behind their films.