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Month: February 2026
Chinese Queer Drama “Anyways” Named Best Short of February 2026 at Indie Short Fest
Crafted with deliberate restraint and formal precision, “Anyways” follows two queer individuals in contemporary China as they form a fragile, unspoken bond that confronts the limits of intimacy and visibility in a society shaped by discretion.
Other Standout Winners of February 2026 at Indie Short Fest
This edition’s Awards of Excellence recognize “Lady Jasmine” and “The Race”: two international dramas defined by intimate family stakes, controlled execution, and a strong sense of cinematic purpose.
The Road to Til
The Road to Til follows disability rights advocate Chhitup Lama as he travels to Til Village in Nepal’s Humla district,
Short Script Competition of February 2026
The February 2026 Short Script Competition recognizes “Toaster,” “Rostam,” “The Apology Tour,” “Only Bears,” and “Cat Fight”: five distinct works marked by confident storytelling and clear directorial vision.
Indie Short Fest Announces February 2026 Award Winners
We are pleased to unveil the award winners of February 2026 edition. The full list is presented below in two
Our Monsters
Our Monsters was part of the Crazy8s Film Society’s 2024 mentorship program and 8 day film challenge. This film was
February 2026: The Nominees for Best Short of the Season (Special Jury Awards)
Learn more about the 6 nominees for Best Short of February, contenders for the special jury awards of this season. All award winners, from the different sections, will be announced shortly.
February 2026 Award Nominations
Indie Short Fest is pleased to announce the award nominations for February 2026 edition. These projects were selected from a competitive
Stolen Wishes
Stolen Wishes follows Max, a lonely 13-year-old struggling with family turmoil, friendship fractures, and unreturned crushes. When he discovers a