12th Annual Shortcut 100 Film Festival (Award + Closing Night Reception)
*This event ticket page is for the in-person award and closing night reception only. For virtual access to watch 20 official selections, visit pixquid.com*
Program:
6p - Reception with mini screening
6:45p - Opening remarks
7p - Screening of nominated short films
8:40p - Voting begins, Q&A with filmmakers in attendance
8:55p - Raffle winner announcement
9p - Winner announcement
9:15p - after party (TBA)
The Shortcut 100 International Film Festival is an annual showcase dedicated to promoting the best in independent short film from both established and emerging filmmakers.
For the same amount of time as an average feature film (around 100 minutes) we offer our audience access to the up-and-coming voices and unique artistic visions of independent cinema from around the world.
Based in Chicago and presented by Pixquid®, every year features an opening program online at pixquid.com and an in-person closing night reception, awards chosen by our audience and an after party with filmmakers in attendance.
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