short-filmz

Overview

Short-filmz.net is a website to support independent filmmakers started in 2012. We used to be called as short-filmz.com before. We publish short films, photos and screenplays from all over the world and we regularly host a contest and announce winners on our website. We have memberships where you can register on our website and reach out to other fellow filmmakers, writers and photographers with same interests. We will be writing reviews and our thoughts on our website for not just the winners but also for all the official selections. -We typically accept films that has good story telling and acting. -For screenplays, we typically look for scripts that has a good flow and depth in characters. -For photos, we typically look for shots that has a good composition, colors, editing and story the image conveys.

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

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• Filmmaker

  Thank you for featuring my script. Loved to be part of it!

• Filmmaker

  Dear Shortz Film Festival Words seem insufficient to truly express the depth of my gratitude for the Semi-Finalist selection of my film, Asphalt Adonis. To be recognized by such a prestigious and globally respected institution is an honor beyond measure, and I am still somewhat overwhelmed by the news. From the moment I conceived of Asphalt Adonis, it was a deeply personal and passionate project. It represents countless hours of dedication, collaboration, and unwavering belief in a story that I felt compelled to tell. To see that story resonate with the discerning eyes of the Shortz Film Festival jury is not only validating but also incredibly inspiring. Being named a Semi-Finalist at the Shortz Film Festival provides Asphalt Adonis with a platform that I could only have dreamed of. It opens doors to new audiences, new opportunities, and new conversations. It elevates the film's visibility in a way that will undoubtedly impact its future trajectory, and for that, I am profoundly thankful. Beyond the potential benefits for the film itself, this selection holds immense personal significance. As a filmmaker, I constantly strive to hone my craft, to push creative boundaries, and to tell stories that matter. This recognition from the Shortz Film Festival serves as a powerful affirmation that I am on the right path. The Shortz Film Festival is more than just a competition; it is a celebration of cinema in its purest form. It is a gathering of artists, visionaries, and storytellers from around the world, all united by a shared love for the art of filmmaking. Thank you again, from the bottom of my heart, for this extraordinary honor. I am deeply humbled and inspired by your recognition as a female director. With sincere gratitude, Guliz Mutlu Asphalt Adonis The Short Film with English Subtitles: https://youtu.be/FstzieFrSP4

• Filmmaker

  It’s an honor to be shortlisted for this competition. This has truly been a valuable experience.

• Filmmaker

  Thank you for honoring my screenplay, The Movie Star. It really means a lot.

• Filmmaker

  Thank you for selecting my film The Boy who Cheated Death 🥳✨

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