Event Info
Each year Abertoir invites filmmakers from across the globe to submit short films for the Abertoir Short Film Competition. As always, the response has been phenomenal and it’s not possible to show all of the amazing entries.
There are two awards on offer. The first being the Audience Award for Best Short Film, and the second is the Méliès d’argent awarded to the best European short film.
Imposter Syndrome
Dir. Jennifer Rosiquez Mexico 2025, 13mins
Elías is a young man who, after a very successful start as a horror writer, is now filled with insecurities and creatively blocked. He goes to Mercedes, his trusted therapist. During a therapy session, Elías reveals what happened the last time he tried writing, along with the mysterious and terrible events surrounding his creative process. Is Elías suffering from impostor syndrome? Or is he being influenced by something ancient and terrifying?
In
Dir. Van Poynton Ireland 2025, 3mins
One hell of a distraction. A bizarre and brisk psychological horror, a hypnotic fusion of raw realism and unbridled fantasy.
Inebriated
Dir. Max Lincoln UK 2025, 12mins
To rescue her possessed boyfriend, Van must confront her demons, beginning with her parents.
Not Too Bad
Dir. Anna Carbonell Lacárcel Spain 2024, 14mins
Mireia and Laia will be forced to make a completely reckless decision in order to get the job they long for.
OK/NOT OK
Dir. Pardeep Sahota UK 2024, 13mins
A genre bending love story set in the very near future with a darkly comic edge. Loretta, a working-class British Asian woman, attempts to navigate a turbulent world, a new stranger in her life and unskippable adverts.
Obey!
Dir. Jordan Wippell USA 2025, 11mins
After the tragic death of her viral dog, Max, a pet influencer is confronted by a vengeful spirit demanding an apology for a life of exploitation.
Planetagatik
Dir. Eneko Muruzabal Elezcano Spain 2024, 10mins
In an aseptic food research laboratory, Mario and Karla are two scientists dealing with a series of increasingly strict environmental regulations. When these reach absurd levels, Mario decides to turn to his boss for a solution.
Into the Stand
Dir. Mackenzie Hamilton, Taylor Fuchs Canada 2025, 14mins
When an insurance clerk discovers a mysterious shop where priceless antiques can be purchased in exchange for years of his life, he’s forced to contemplate the true value of his youth.
The Newcomer
Dir. Zoe Cleland Canada 2024, 14mins
Amy forges an intense bond with the ghost in her apartment, risking the erosion of her own identity.
The Newcomer (Zoe Cleland, Canada, 14:13)
Mae Amy yn ffurfio cysylltiad dwys â'r ysbryd yn ei fflat, gan beryglu erydiad ei hunaniaeth ei hun.
