Short Films

Sweded Film

It’s The Perfect Time to Start “Sweding” Films Again

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2008’s ‘Be Kind Rewind’ kicked off a trend of hilariously homemade no-budget remakes of cinema classics. Now that we’re all trapped inside, what better time to revitalize the ‘sweded film’?

Shadowed

How to Make a Short Horror Film from the Comfort of Your Own Home

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‘Shazam!’ director David F. Sandberg is stuck in his house. So he made a short film about how terrifying houses can be.

Rebooted

The Enduring Power of Stop-Motion Animation

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An unemployed special effect struggles to find work in this bittersweet short film about going out-of-style in Hollywood.

Oscars Live Shorts

The 2020 Oscar-Nominated Live Action Shorts Reviewed and Ranked

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We highly recommend two of this year’s five contenders. The other three don’t even deserve to be here.

Oscar Animated Shorts

The 2020 Oscar-Nominated Animated Shorts Reviewed and Ranked

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Short-form Academy Award nominees hit theaters this week and on VOD later this month. The animation contenders are a heavier bunch than usual.

Battle At Big Rock

What the Surprise ‘Jurassic World’ Short Could Mean for the Next Film

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Humans are face to face with dinos in the real world in ‘Battle at Big Rock.’

Pixar's Bao

The Significance of Shorts at the Oscars

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Some believe the shorts categories are a disposable part of the Academy Awards. We think they deserve greater respect and recognition.

Lego Movie

‘LEGO Movie 2’ Fails to Stack Up

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Everything’s not awesome for the ‘LEGO Movie’ franchise as the new sequel performed way below expectations.

Live Action Shorts

The 2019 Oscar-Nominated Live Action Shorts Reviewed and Ranked

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Short-form Academy Award nominees hit theaters this week and VOD later this month. Find out if they’re worth your money.