• Departures

    99 minutes |

Whether leaving home or saying farewell to a loved one, the characters in these heartfelt films find themselves at the end of their respective paths, preparing for the uncertain futures that await them.

Short Films

Exit

After a lovely visit from her daughter, a woman confronts the consequences of an irreversible decision, leading to an emotional exploration of rage, fear and acceptance.

Jack

Sam brings his cat to the vet and the news he receives places him in a cat-box of acceptance.

Living Room

When the time comes, Masayuki confronts oblivion with the help of a mysterious stranger.

The Silence of the Dying Fish

On his way to work one morning, Makis is informed that he has died the day before. After failed attempts to prove that he is alive, he accepts his fate and prepares for his funeral.

Street Flame

A crew of skateboarding teenagers commemorates their friend Jinx on their own terms.

Unfolded

After a sleepless night, a woman leaves her house deciding to put an end to her tormented relationship. But some memories are not so easy to leave behind.

Yirga

Before she can leave town for a fresh start, Yirga must get one problem out of her head.

film details

Running Time: 99 minutes

2019 ShortFest Archive