LONG SHORTS
October 18 | Canadian & International Film
Go beyond the traditional short film with Long Shorts, an afternoon showcasing some of the best Canadian and international independent films under 30 minutes.
Long Shorts gives filmmakers more room to explore characters, ideas and emotions while still delivering the creativity and impact of short-form cinema. From gripping dramas and thought-provoking documentaries to unexpected stories from around the world, this is your chance to discover films you might not otherwise get to experience on the big screen.
Some will take you somewhere completely new. Others will remind you how much we have in common.
SHORT FILMS: BIG IMPACT
Our 2026 programming theme is Short Films: Big Impact, and Long Shorts shows exactly why a film doesn’t need a feature-length runtime to leave a lasting impression.
We’re also bringing some fun to this year’s festival with an 80s-inspired aesthetic, so come out, enjoy the atmosphere and spend an afternoon discovering independent filmmaking from Canada and around the world.
What to Expect
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Canadian and international films
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Films up to 30 minutes in length
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Drama, documentary and more
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Emerging and established filmmakers
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Diverse stories and perspectives
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Independent cinema you may not get the chance to see anywhere else
2026 LONG SHORTS OFFICIAL SELECTIONS
Meet the filmmakers and films coming to the big screen as part of this year’s Long Shorts program:
Ephemera, UT
JL Topkis
The Tomato
Pauline Tessadri
Lateral
Kenneth Tynan
LAY LEFTY DOWN
Traven Rice
L’homme qui collectionne les élastiques – L’uomo che raccoglie gli elastici
Carlito Ghioni
Last Stand at Butte City
Natalie Schwan
Please Fix Me
PFM Productions
Choice
Naddine Madell
Vital
Amir Zargara
PLAYBACK
Gabriel Manabo
The Lowly Juggler
Landon Kiltz
Beautiful dishes for beautiful people
Riley Larente
DISCOVER SOMETHING NEW
Whether you’re a filmmaker, film lover or simply curious about what independent filmmakers are creating beyond Alberta, Long Shorts is an afternoon of discovery, connection and great storytelling on the big screen.
Come spend Sunday at the movies, discover filmmakers and stories from Canada and around the world, and experience films you might not have the opportunity to see anywhere else.
EVENT DETAILS
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Doors open at 12:00 PM
Landmark Cinemas Edmonton City Centre
Parking: $5
Because a film doesn’t have to be long to make a big impact.