Short Films

The Palm Springs International Shortfest announced its 2026 winners during an award ceremony on Sunday. Honorees received cash prizes totaling $30,000, with five films earning Academy Award qualifying awards.

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Rover, a new streaming platform launched in November 2025, provides short films paired with screenplays, technical breakdowns and director commentaries. The service seeks to make the filmmaking process more accessible to aspiring creators worldwide. Founded by Australians Alec Green, Jack Zimmerman and Will Gibb, it currently offers a curated selection of 55 films.