


Oscar Qualifying Short Film Review “Flight 182” The reality and remembrance of traumatic circumstances gets folded into a tale of unheeded warnings and near impossible choice

Oscar Qualifying Short Film Review “Olive” Time’s unrelenting passage, comprehending what’s past and present, and the burdens of caretaking get an award-worthy exposé

Short Film Review “Reverse” An unyielding, unapologetic, and exceptionally original dive into the anatomy of violence, hypocrisy, and the desperate need for change

Oscar Qualifying Short Film Review “Marque Dos” A quick, charmingly humorous, but dramatically potent view of holding fast to dual identities and embracing your heritage

Short Film Review “Essentially Amy” Once more, COVID-19 is the backdrop for a tale of hate, hope, and being proud of who you are

Web Series Episode Review “PN & Friends: Algore” AI and its grasp over humanity gets the always distinguishable, and forthright, “PN” touch

Short Film Review “Shaaghan Neekwaii (Two Old Women)” A rediscovering of Indigenous history, storytelling, and customs blend into a harrowing yet eloquent tale of survival and elusive faith

Short Film Review “Blowing Up” The trials of loss, grief, and boiling points being reached get addressed with forthright drama and unexpected humor

Short Film Review “The Other Side” The pursuit of dreams, rising above class, and selfless acts rule the day in director Nikita Hattangady’s newest short film

CPIFF 2025 Short Film Review “Come Out, Wherever You Are” Stealing away from our mistakes and social media’s influence get a conjecture-filled exploration
