A story of grief, unexpected companionship, and hope. Grief and fear hang heavy in Nicky’s quiet home, where sympathy cards and fading flowers remind her… Read more: Why We Cry (2026)
A director plans to make a viral video in order to get famous. Alongside his assistant, Pepsi, the two attempt to film a local man… Read more: Pigeonman (2026)
An ancient tradition from South Wales. The MARI LWYD. A short documentary from the perspective of the very beings that arrive with the Mari Lwyd… Read more: Mari Lwyd (2026)
Life in Motion is a micro-short, a tribute to art, a remembrance of lost friendship and how we might process that feeling. Director Biography Katya… Read more: Life In Motion (2026)
After witnessing the death of a famous actress, Mateus Santos, a journalism intern, has the unique chance to investigate the case alongside his idol, the… Read more: Final Act (2026)
A little girl, now a woman, writes to her grandfather, wounded by a mental disorder. She watches him as he seethes inwardly, pondering the place… Read more: You’re Not A Fool Grandpa (2026)
Tar is an experimental under-the-camera animation crafted with real strands of hair. In Persian, the word tar carries a dual meaning: both a strand of… Read more: Tar (2026)
An enigmatic man journeys back in time to find his younger self, seemingly to revisit the nostalgia of trading cards. An exploration of identity, mental… Read more: Trading Cards (2026)
2025 was the third annual event taking place at Lighthouse in Poole, where we showed off the latest talent in short films and shared invaluable… Read more: Electric Film Festival 2025
This page is often updated and applies to all film submissions across all of our events. General Rules 2 to 15 minute runtime Minimum 1080p… Read more: Festival Rules