Good things 100% come in small packages—to prove this adage, look no further than HIFF 2016’s diverse and award-winning short film lineup.
Divided into cohesive programs around various themes, you can’t go wrong, no matter which one (or several!) you choose.
CONFLICT & RESOLUTION SHORTS
The Films of Conflict & Resolution program is dedicated to showcasing films that deal with the complex issues and societal effects of war and violence, and the attendant human dramas, in creative ways. In person: Oscar® nominee Orlando von Einsiedel (VIRUNGA), the director of WHITE HELMETS. Also featuring MY ALEPPO, winner of awards at both the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) and the Sarasota Film Festival, and HOME, a winner at the Palm Springs Int’l Film Festival. Check out the films.
Fri, Oct 7 | 7:15pm | UA East Hampton
Supported by The Brizzolara Family Foundation
STUDENT SHORT FILMS SHOWCASE
Selected from hundreds of submissions by a jury of industry professionals, these prize-winning short films showcase the extraordinary talent and achievements of five exceptional student filmmakers. Featuring GUBAGUDE KO, starring Mahershala Ali (MOONLIGHT, House of Cards), one of this year’s Variety 10 Actors to Watch. Check out the films!
Sun, Oct 9 | 6pm | UA East Hampton
Sponsored by Bloomingdale’s, with additional support from FOND Group
TILT & SHIFT
Come join us down the rabbit-hole and embrace your whimsical side with these surreal, delightfully strange short films. Featuring TIMECODE, which won the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Check out the films.
Fri, Oct 7 | 12:00pm | UA East Hampton
Sat, Oct 8 | 12:45pm | UA Southampton
NEW YORK WOMEN IN FILM AND TELEVISION:
WOMEN CALLING THE SHOTS
We are very pleased to continue our partnership with New York Women in Film and Television for our thirteenth annual showcase of outstanding achievements by female filmmakers. Check out the films.
Sun, Oct 9 | 3:45pm | UA East Hampton
Mon, Oct 10 | 3:00pm | UA East Hampton
Sponsored by NYWIFT
GET OFF MY CLOUD
The madcap characters in this collection of comedic shorts are just trying to have a good time, thank you very much. Check out the films.
Fri, Oct 7 | 4:45pm | UA East Hampton
Sat, Oct 8 | 9:00 PM | UA East Hampton
RUNS IN THE FAMILY
Spanning multiple generations, these funny and thoughtful stories from around the world reveal the universal complexity of family love. Check out the films.
Thu, Oct 6 | 3:45pm | UA East Hampton
Fri, Oct 7 | 2:30pm | UA East Hampton
AWAY WE GO! SHORTS FOR ALL AGES
The colorful characters in this family friendly program remind us that sometimes it’s better to follow your heart rather than your head! Check out the films.
Mon, Oct 10 | 12:00pm | UA East Hampton
Sponsored by Shine Global
