The 27th Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia (SSFF & ASIA) wrapped up its 2025 ceremony with a powerful message: the future of storytelling will be a collaboration between human creativity and emerging technologies. As one of Asia’s largest international short film festivals—and an Academy Award®-accredited event—SSFF & ASIA recognized cinematic works that championed creative expression while embracing technological advancements in the arts.“creative active generative”: A Festival Theme with PurposeThis year’s theme, “creative active generative,” is more of a mission than just a simple slogan. Filmmakers from all over the world gathered in Tokyo to not only showcase their work but to make new connections with audiences, companies, and their fellow creators. SSFF & ASIA 2025 was certainly an event that made space for all types of short films, from live-action to animation, from social commentary to AI-driven stories. Jury member Ryohei Odai said, “What does it mean to be human? That question—or rather, that cry—was powerfully conveyed throughout. These stories juxtapose the human condition with society, the environment, the cosmos, and life itself.”You can watch the ceremony below: - YouTube www.youtube.com A Record Year for Oscar®-Eligible ShortsThis year’s festival qualified a record five films for consideration at the next Academy Awards®—one from each of the major categories:Live Action InternationalLive Action Asia InternationalLive Action JapanNon-FictionAnimationAnd the Winners Are…Taking home the coveted George Lucas Award (Grand Prix) was Pantyhose from Finland, directed by Fabian Munsterhjelm. The film also clinched the Best Short Award in the Live Action International category, underscoring its...
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