These shorts serve up satisfaction on a small scale, with films that remind us that sometimes you just have to savour a win when it comes. You'll be compelled to cheer on the protagonists in their small moments of respite, no matter how fleeting.
Countries
Canada40 Winters
In this exquisite Alberta short set in the iconic landscape of Banff National Park, three adventurers attempt to post the fastest time for...
Bird
When Sam, a woman mired in regret, goes to visit her aged parents, the disappearance of her mother’s pet bird threatens to unravel...
Calgary "ugly"
Calgary painter Chris Flodberg sees beauty in banality.
Facing Mecca
In this poetic, multiple award winner from Palm Springs ShortsFest, a retiree comes to a Syrian refugee's assistance when he is faced with...
Fix And Release
An Ontario turtle trauma centre fights for the survival of turtles facing habitat loss and motorized vehicles.
Glamorous Gladys
93-year-old Gladys has an unfailing passion for music, and her life has been a consummate performance.
Ruby Full Of Shit
(Ruby Pleine De Marde)
Denis finds himself spending Christmas dinner with his lover Carl's fiercely Catholic and traditional family.
