"Witness" from Iran is part of the opening night screening "Silk Road Stories" at O Cinema South Beach beginning at 7 p.m. with a red carpet, welcome and after party reception.
The 23rd edition of the MIAMI Short Film Festival opens on Friday, Nov. 8, honoring its slogan “Crossing Borders, Binding Stories.”
O Cinema at Miami Beach will host opening night with a red carpet event and featuring a collection of stories from the Middle East in “Silk Road Stories" on opening night.
(See the Complete Lineup Of “Silk Road Stories” Here)
"Réminiscences" is part of "Silent Wars, Invisible Scars" showing with six other short films at 8 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 9 at Silverspot Cinema Downtown.
Silverspot Cinema, located in the heart of Miami’s downtown, serve as the venue for the official selection, offering programs such as "Spanish Short Films, Tapas Style," which provide a flavorful glimpse into the best of Spanish cinema. That's Screening #2 beginning at 3 p.m., featuring seven short films at Silverspot Downtown.
(See the Complete Lineup of “Tapas Style” Films Here)
"When the Hawk Comes" is featured as a 2024 Official Selection of six short films as part of "Silent Wars, Invisible Scars" at 8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 9 at Silverspot Cinema Downtown.
“Our vision for this year’s festival is to transport the audience to destinations they may never have the chance to experience firsthand,” said William Vela, founder and executive director. “We aim to accomplish this by presenting groundbreaking short films from Africa to the Silk Road, designed to challenge our local viewers and cultivate a love for these cultures and the art emerging from them.”
Screening #3 on Saturday, Nov. 9, beginning at 6 p.m., “A Gaze into Synthetic Dreams” features narratives that blur the line between reality and fiction, and examine the interplay between humanity and AI. At 8 p.m., Screening #4, "Silent Wars, Invisible Scars" features a powerful collection of short films that delve into the hidden battles people face in times of illness, war, domestic violence and personal trauma.
(See the Complete Lineup of “Synthetic Dream” Films Here)
"SIRENES" is one of six offerings of five short films in the Journey Into the World of Short Films at Deering Estate at 7:30 p.m., on Sunday, Nov. 10.
The rich tapestry of the African and Caribbean spirit is explored in “The Great Afro-Caribbean Soul,” featuring stories from Senegal to Martinique that will expand your cinematic horizons beyond imagination at 8 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10
(See the Complete Lineup of “The Great Afro Caribbean Soul” Here)
"Pen Again" plays as part of five short films in the screening "A Gaze into Synthetic Dreams" at Silverspot Cinema on Saturday, Nov. 9 at 6 p.m.
This year, short films will also be shown as part of the Miami Short Film Festival’s reach into other parts of Miami at its satellite venue at the Deering Estate for audiences to enjoy in the Palmetto Bay area. Events begin at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10 in the Deering Estate Visitors Center theater with a cocktail hours for ages 21-plus at 7 p.m.
Screening No. 5 at Silverspot Cinema Downtown features "The End" in the short films "Ultimate Medley," along with six other shorts.
According to Vedla, this edition will mark a significant milestone in the festival’s dedication to connecting audiences with various cultures through captivating short films. “The Miami Short Film Festival will provide a platform for both developing and established filmmakers from far-off places, allowing them to showcase their artistry and present their unique narratives and self-expression with a high sense of self-identity,” he said.
The 23rd edition has Q&A sessions with the filmmakers, along with seminars about the industry and artistic possibilities of short films.
The Miami Short Film Festival showcases a curated selection of over 50 short films spanning a multitude of origins, genres, formats, and themes. Each film weaves its location into the narrative, creating a sense of connection that invites viewers to immerse themselves in the stories and settings.
Founded in 2002, the Miami Short Film Festival is dedicated to promoting the short film genre, showcasing one minute to 30-minute long films and dedicated to independent up-and-coming filmmakers.
The 23rd edition offers eight screenings taking place over three days at the following venues:
- 8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 8
O Cinema, 1130 Washington Ave., Miami Beach- 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 9
Silverspot Cinema Downtown, 300 SE 3rd St. #100, Miami- 6 and 8 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 10 (Awards Ceremony after last screening)
Silverspot Cinema Downtown, 300 SE 3rd St. #100, Miami- 7:30 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024
Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72nd Ave., MiamiSee the complete line up at MiamisFF.
