These quick Ghibli stories last from a few minutes to half an hour, capturing big ideas in small packages.

Ahahaha someone finally found a fun way to make fun of standing ovation clocks at film festivals. One of the dumbest film journalism trends of this day & age is the way someone will literally count ...

One of the unique treats about any film festival worth its salt is the array of short film showcases. These bite-size cinematic cornucopias showcase up-and-coming filmmakers and finely tuned ideas ...

Diego Pineda has been a devout storyteller his whole life. He has self-published a fantasy novel and a book of short stories, and is actively working on publishing his second novel. A lifelong fan of ...

They already are, kind of. Did you intentionally pay attention to the ad breaks at the Super Bowl this year? Congratulations, you’ve just enjoyed a short film. Have you ever watched a music video?

Who could have guessed that one of the most socially prescient works of 2025 is based on a story from 175 years ago? That’s the fascinating genesis of “The Singers,” which is quickly becoming one of ...

The themes run from sweet to harrowing in this year’s selections. By Jeannette CatsoulisBeatrice Loayza and Ben Kenigsberg Perhaps it’s a sign of the times, that drumbeat of anxiety pulsing through ...