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With so much talent on the rise in 2026, many of the highlights of CinefestOZ are to be found in our tasty Short Film Program.
Short Film Sets
Each is a cornucopia of the best of new Australian filmmaking, presented in the following themed sets. These sets will screen in Bunbury, Busselton and Margaret River.
Proper Loved Up (Romantic Comedy)
Fall head over heels with Proper Loved Up, a set of bold and witty First Nations romantic comedy short films. Join filmmakers and cast on the red carpet, enjoy a welcome drink, canapes and indulge with the exclusive Q&A session.
Deadly Shorts (First Nations)
Indigenous storytelling at its finest in this showcase of several short films by some of Australia’s Deadliest filmmakers! These films reinforce the importance of storytelling through film and what we can learn from stories, with all cultures having a voice on screen. The absolute best of Indigenous Australian short filmmaking.
Once Upon A Time In The West (WA Made)
Discover the best of Western Australian short filmmaking. Enjoy a set that’s diverse in style, genre and perspective, showcasing the incredible creativity and budding talent shaping our local screen industry.
The Bad & The Beautiful (Drama)
A collection of some of the most beautifully crafted shorts. Thoughtful, compelling and beautifully told, these stories showcase the power of great storytelling.
Some Like It Hot (Comedy)
Have a good old belly laugh with this year’s standout shorts. Full of wit, charm and unforgettable characters, these stories celebrate the joy of great comedy shorts.
The Next Generation (Student)
Every filmmaker starts somewhere. This collection of debut films and student productions celebrates emerging Australian talent and the stories that mark the beginning of a creative career.
Horror In The Viewing Room (Horror)
Step into the Viewing Room for a spine-tingling selection of horror shorts, screened in the eerie surrounds of a real funeral home. Intimate, unsettling, and perfectly atmospheric, this is horror like you’ve never experienced it before.
Mulled Wine Monday
Gather for a cosy night of mulled wine and a mixed bag of shorts by and about women. From the wonderfully awkward, to the quietly powerful – these stories celebrate bold and complex characters who are unapologetically themselves.
Short Film Awards
Short Film Finalists Set
3 Sep, 6.30pm | Reading Cinema, Busselton
In preparation for the Short Film Awards Night, make sure you catch the Finalists Set! This is a special FREE pre-awards showcase of the four short films vying for the title of ‘BEST SHORT FILM’ and a tasty $5K in cash.
Short Film Awards Night
3 Sep, 7.30pm | Reading Cinema, Busselton
Chase the Short Film Finalists screening by heading to the Awards Night, where we roll out the red carpet and celebrate Australia’s best short filmmaking talent! Enjoy a sparkling event with a welcome drink and mingle with the creators before making your way to your seat and discovering who takes home the title and cash prize!
