Sydney Shorts 2025

We’re thrilled to present a panoramic program of shorts from our emerging talent here in Sydney.

These bold and visionary voices capture the pulse and stories of today.

Join us for a celebration of local talent and see a glimpse at the future of Australian filmmaking.

LOST
Dir: Adrian Samson
Roo wrestles with sudden panic attacks, making each day more challenging than the last. In a bid for relief, her therapist proposes hypnosis. As Roo confronts her fears, the line between cure and madness blurs.  

BLUEBIRD
Dir: Darwin Schulze
A Princess vows revenge after her one true love is taken from her.
Premiere: Australian Premiere

PASSION POP
Dir: Chris Elena
A woman on the eve of her 30th birthday is given a surprise gift she'll never forget.

VICTORS
Dir: Mariah Samrani
After playing an old record left to her by her late Grandfather, a young pianist is suddenly transported to Victors where she is welcomed by the host himself and becomes entangled in this mysterious place for the musically departed.
Premiere: Australian Premiere

KAR
Dir: Nick Allen
A filmmaker who wants to make a road movie about ‘fragile masculinity’ that announces him as an Australian auteur. Only problem is: he’s self-funding a short film.

TOBY
Dir: Naomi Bird
Bryce's life unravels when a haunted doll named Toby becomes inexplicably linked to him.
Premiere: Australian Premiere 

CONSUME
Dir: Aliyah Knight
Esther is a seventeen-year-old schoolgirl who has been raised in a deeply religious household. When she finds herself alone with her best friend, Esther finds herself delving too far into desire, and cannibalises her friend – or so she thinks.