It happened during a recent screening at a local film festival. A young filmmaker, sweat beading on his brow in the harsh fluorescent light, stood nervously beside me. His film, a low-budget horror ...

Horror short films are a crucial part of the genre festival experience, whether it be a well-curated shorts block or a chilling precursor to a feature film. But oftentimes, they can be overlooked in ...

In the short film “Red Tops,” a couple is getting friendly in Audubon Park while their radio broadcasts WBYU 96 FM. Though the DJ promises to play the hits, he has a strange sign-off line: “Dance like ...

What are the key ingredients for a successful short film festival opening night? For starters, a whole lot of filmmakers in one room, a shared love of cinema and a lineup consisting of wise children, ...