HAIR, 6min., Hong Kong
Directed by Lam Man
A young boy finds himself drawn to living as a girl through the influence of his transgender friend. Together, they playfully explore the world of wigs and cosmetics. Their carefree moments come to an abrupt halt when his father - a traditional barber sh...

JIWA KORUP. 15min., Malaysia
Directed by MOHD HISHAM SALEH
A low-ranking officer’s corrupt leadership is scrutinised, compelling him to confront the repercussions of his unethical behaviour. This raw AI short film delves into themes of power and loyalty, illustrating how even the most reliable in...

Stardust and Camp. 12min., Australia
Directed by Jayden Van Win
a wandering cosmonaut interviews artworks in an abstract art gallery, talking about queerness, identity and the artistic process.

https://instagram.com/jjayanimate

Stoned for Christmas, 14min., USA
Directed by Morgan Young
"Stoned for Christmas" is a multimedia whirlwind and a love letter to weed. This short film follows the adventures of one cannabis courier delivering at Christmastime.

https://instagram.com/stonedforxmas

Get to know the filmmaker:

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Grandpa's Got A Brand New Pill, 9min,. USA
Directed by Jeffrey Moline
Grandpa's Got A Brand New Pill is a short musical film that features an original song inspired by writer, producer, performer Jeffrey George Moline's eighty year old mother. Grandpa's Got A New Pill tells the story of Tootie, a...

Goth Brunch, 6min., USA
Directed by Lewis Stice
Documenting Denver Drag Artist LisaFrank666 as she prepares for and performs in a Goth Drag Brunch.

Wax Wings feat. Miha and Lucille Croft "What if I Told you To", 4min., USA
Directed by William Kennedy
Leaving no room for time wasters, ‘What If I Told You To’ elicits total scuzzy submission at the hands of London-based techno-protagonists Wax Wings and Miha’s unflinchingly dominant composition.

Sprucilla and The Queen of Trees, 9min., USA
Directed by Chris DiFiore
Barē is a Halloween tree decoration living in the clearance aisle at Bargain Branch, but their dreams refuse to be boxed in. They think they’ve got what it takes to be crowned as the next Queen of Trees, even though they don’t...

THE BIG JOHNSON, 95min., USA
Directed by Lola Rocknrolla
Dean Johnson was a famous New York drag queen, rock star, sex party promoter and late in life escort. In 2007 Dean went on a job and never came back. Was it just an accidental OD, Dean had a history of drug use or was it something more sini...

THE MERMAID, 105min., USA
Directed by Soudabeh Moradian
A mysterious girl is saved from drowning by a fragmented family living in a desolate beach house. Her strange relationship with them becomes intimate and complex until everything reaches to a point of no return.

https://www.instagram.com/t...

Pizza Hunt, 14min., Canada
Directed by Thomas Lorber, Naomi Frenette
Three childhood girlfriends reunite to celebrate Demie’s 30th birthday. Unbeknownst to them, Demie’s boyfriend organized a special evening. A night featuring mystery guests, enigmas and maybe a murder.

https://www.underdogpict...

Devil Makes Three, 9min,. Canada
Directed by Loken Charon
When two punk bands are double booked to headline Halloween night, they must decide who will play before something else does.

https://www.loganjfilms.com/

NO END LANE, 11miin., UK
Directed by Mikkie-dené Le Roux
In the aftermath of losing her closest friends in an accident in which she was the only one to survive, Michaela falls victim to prescribed antipsychotics to help her deal with the trauma. As she loses herself in the fog of her distorted re...

THE COMMUTER, 11min., USA
Directed by Joseph Sauchelli
A protagonist struggles to cope with a rough commute in the only way she knows how.

Get to know the filmmaker:

1. What motivated you to make this film?
Really the urge to make something, particularly for cheap. When you know you are going ...

That's The Plan, 8min., Spain
Directed by Michael Ringdal
When you feel that you have nothing more to live for. It's good to have a true friend to help you out.

https://www.instagram.com/michaelrproductions

Bay for Blood, 18min., USA
Directed by Harry Waldman
James and Rob are hiding out in isolation to fix their mutual issues. As time progresses, the two reveal facts regarding their disturbing past relationship. An acquaintance of James', Jessica, finds herself in an uncomfortable position as she c...

Bad Chemistry, 20min., USA
Directed by Michael Rognlie, EE Tallent
In Bad Chemistry, a traumatized young woman goes to stay with her deceased boyfriend’s parents, only to discover chilling truths lurking beneath their kindness. This horror short explores grief, psychological torment, and the dark...

Question & answer session after festival screening with filmmakers from the April 24, 2025 festival at the Carlton Cinemas, in downtown Toronto, Canada.

Conversation with director Jiacheng Wang (HER LAST DAY)

HER LAST DAY, 14min,. China, Drama
A woman “Meizi” with her child who has lived in do...

With the right people, a happy place is only relative.

Dancers: Chanel Lacasse & Greer Whillans

Writer/Director/Editor: Maxime Beauchamp

Director of Photography: John Flemming

Camera Team: Ethan Johnson, Sammy Su, Laurence Leeke

Sound Designer: J.B. McCarthy

Song: A New Day by Lane King

Pr...