
Short+Sweet presents short film festivals in Sydney, Brisbane, Illawarra, Dubai, Bangalore, Manila, Cebu, Essex and Los Angeles.
All submissions are made digitally through the Film Freeway platform for films 10 minutes or under. There is some wriggle room for titles and credits, but the film itself must be under 11 minutes.
Winners receive local prizes and are invited to the Short+Sweet International Gala Final in Hollywood at the Lee Strasberg Institute.
Post-Covid, Short+Sweet Film restarted in most locations in 2023. The next International Gala Final in Hollywood will be held in September 2024.
Short+Sweet is the world's largest short-format performing arts festival, showcasing 10-minute theatre, dance, film, and music performances across multiple cities worldwide.
You can participate by submitting your entry through our official submission portal. Once submissions are open, you'll find detailed guidelines on the festival page.
Yes, a small entry fee applies for each submission. The amount may vary depending on the festival and category.
Absolutely! Tickets will be available on our website. You can enjoy a variety of performances and vote for your favorites.
For any assistance or queries, please reach out to us through the contact form on our website or email us directly at info@shortandsweet.org.

Ten-minute stories. Global stages. Real opportunities.