“The Call of Water” – A message-driven environmental fantasy short film
The premise of “The Call of Water,” a short film by Kaya Tone, appears to be based on environmental consciousness and our duty for the sustainability of nature, especially water rights. The short film is currently being screened at several film festivals and hopefully will be made available online sometime soon. “The Call of Water” […]
Lorenza’s Bike (Short Film)
Patricio Mosse’s short film “Lorenza’s Bike” portrays the emotional journey of a young girl named Lorenza as she tries to comprehend the loss of her father in an aviation tragedy. Lorenza resides in a flat with her mother, Cecilia, who appears to be suffering from depression. She discovers pills next to her mother’s bed and […]
“Detour” highlights the significance of finding joy in the ordinary
In her engaging short film “Detour,” Sumi Mathai tells the story of two strangers who find comfort in one another’s company while riding in a cab together. As Aarav and Nimisha, respectively, Vikrant Massey and Sayani Gupta give captivating performances in the film. As the movie progresses, we see Nimisha getting into an UberPool taxi […]
“Bug” (Short Film): Depicting the Effects of Parental Separation
“Bug” is a poignant and well-crafted short film that depicts the emotional turmoil and conflict that children often experience in the aftermath of their parents’ separation. The story revolves around Alma, a teenage girl who goes by the nickname “Bug,” and her struggle to reconcile her loyalty to her mother with her desire to reconnect […]
‘Mimine’ (Short Film): Captures the Beauty of Father-Son Bonding
“Mimine” is a short drama film directed by Simon Laganière and released in 2021. The film is the story of a father, recently separated from his wife, who finds himself spending time with his son for the day and decides to create an unforgettable moment for him. This ten-minute drama portrays the imperfect yet beautiful […]
‘Bhram’: A Masterful Short Film That Will Keep You on Edge
Sumit Kumar Sinha’s horror short film “Bhram” tells the story of two adventurous YouTuber friends, Ved and Badur, who embark on a journey to explore the infamous Kalaraja forest and uncover the truth behind its paranormal beliefs. Initially, the film may seem to have a substandard plot, but as the story progresses, it reveals an […]
“The Diver” (Japanese Short): ‘As long as my body allows, I will continue searching’
“The Diver,” a Japanese documentary short directed by Anderson Wright, follows the touching story of a diver named Yasuo Takamatsu, who continues to search for his wife’s remains in the ocean 12 years after the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami. On March 11, 2011, the Thoku earthquake and tsunami devastated East Japan’s coastal communities, killing […]
SITA (Short Film): A moving portrayal of caste & gender inequality
SITA is a 19-minute short film written and directed by Abhinav Singh that stars Shriya Pilgaonkar and child actor Om Kanojiya. With its moving story, the film examines the caste system and female foeticide in Indian society. It addresses the long-standing practice of casteism and how it is deeply ingrained in Indian culture and society. […]
‘Cops and Robbers’ – A Provocative Lyrical Animated Short
Netflix library has a few good shorts films and the two of the recent ones which will definitely catch everyone’s attention are: If Anything Happens I Love You and Cops and Robbers. While these are truly great in creativity, the messages they eventually pass, addressing two key social issues, make these even more special. Directed […]
Kibwe Tavares’ Short, JONAH, Starring Daniel Kaluuya
JONAH, a visually stunning live-action-animation short film starring Daniel Kaluuya, tells a thought-provoking story about man, nature, conflict, and how they are actually drifting apart. JONAH introduces us to two young men Mbwana and his best friend Juma who lives in a small island town in Zanzibar. Bored of their usual life, they dream big […]