Showcasing the best local and international short films, music videos, and trailers in the UK capital; accepting films up to 15 minutes with numerous specialized awards.
Festival Name: Simply Shorts
Location: London, England, UK
Dates: January 15-17, 2027
Edition: 6th Edition
About the Festival: Since 2015, the festival has been dedicated to showcasing some of the best local and international short films, music videos, and trailers.
Awards: Best Experimental Film, Best Live-Action Short, Best Short Documentary, Best Short Animation, Best TV Pilot, Best Horror Film, Best Action Film, Best Drama, Best Crime Film, Best Sci-Fi Film, Best Fantasy Film, Best Inspirational Film, Best Student Film, Best First-Time Filmmaker, Best Actor in a Short Film, Best Actress in a Short Film, Best Young Actor (Under 35), Best Young Actress (Under 35), Best Director, Best Editor, Best Cinematography, Best Sound Design, Best Production Design, Best Producer.
Accepted Genres:Experimental, Animation, Drama, Comedy, Documentary.
Runtime:Maximum 15 minutes.
Production Year:Films produced after January 1, 2020.
Language and Subtitles:Non-English films must have English subtitles.
Entry Fee:$22
Deadline:October 27, 2026
Other Information:There is no age limit for filmmakers.
