cMovie ASIA FILM FESTIVAL

The Master Piece (Geoljak) is a Korean 3D short animation directed by KIM Si-on, LEE Eun-jin, and LEE Ji-young. The film follows a craftsman whose planet-shaped creation unexpectedly produces humanity, leading to a fascinating story about creation, control, responsibility, and unintended consequences.

Proof of Life by Marion Michele is a thought-provoking AI-assisted animated short set in New York City in 2045. The film follows a government clerk whose identity disappears from the system he has spent years maintaining, exploring technology, digital identity, bureaucracy, human existence and the consequences of trusting automated systems.

Eeva (2022) is a surreal Croatian-Estonian animated short directed by Morten Tšinakov and Lucija Mrzljak. Set around a woman’s husband’s funeral, the 16-minute film explores grief, loneliness, emotional repression, death, and the absurdity of mourning through dark humor, dreamlike imagery, and expressive animation.

Grandfather (2012) is a Korean animated short directed by Kim Jung-bin that explores memory, aging, and family through quiet visual storytelling. The film stands out for its restrained animation, minimal dialogue, and emotionally powerful portrayal of an elderly grandfather confronting time, loneliness, and human connection.

The F-Word review: Alex Cannon’s short film is a witty and emotionally intelligent comedy about a father explaining the F-word to his daughter. Through sharp dialogue and subtle humor, the film explores language, parenting, and human connection with surprising depth and lasting emotional resonance.

What is THE PATCHWRIGHT by Zack London?THE PATCHWRIGHT is a 2026 AI-assisted cyberpunk short film directed by Zack London. Set in the dystopian world of NiiroCradle, it follows a mysterious mechanic who repairs fragmented memories, exploring themes of identity, humanity, and artificial intelligence through cinematic visuals and emotional storytelli

Holy Curse (2024) is an award-winning Indian short film directed by Snigdha Kapoor that follows 11-year-old Radha as they navigate gender identity amid family traditions and superstition. Premiering at the BFI London Film Festival, the 16-minute drama has earned international acclaim for its sensitive storytelling, powerful performances, and explor

INTERVIEW (2025) is an Australian psychological horror short film directed by Giles Chan that transforms a routine job interview into a tense exploration of anxiety, identity, and corporate pressure. Its minimalist storytelling, powerful performances, and unsettling atmosphere make it one of the year’s most memorable independent short films.

Archie is a 2019 British stop-motion animated short film directed by Ainslie Henderson. Based on characters by Domenica More Gordon, the film follows Archie as he copes with the loss of his beloved Aunt Betty.

What is Burnout (2023) about?Burnout (2023) is an animated short directed by Lou Báez that explores the psychological toll of artistic obsession. Through symbolic visuals and minimal dialogue, the film examines creativity, perfectionism, mental health, and the hidden cost of pursuing artistic excellence.