Short Way International Short Film Festival

Welcome to Short Way International Short Film Festival 22th, August 2026 Cine Satyros Bijou - Praça Franklin Roosevelt, 172 - Consolação - São Paulo/SP - Brasil Short Way International Short Film Festival Welcome to the 4th Year of the Short Way International Short Film Festival! We are happy to continue our journey in São Paulo, Brazil, bringing together the global short film community to celebrate creativity, diversity, and innovation. Short Way remains dedicated to independent cinema, celebrating its plurality and creative strength. We proudly believe in the power of short films to give visibility to unique voices and aesthetics that shape the future of filmmaking. We invite filmmakers from all corners of the world to submit their projects, and we encourage audiences to join us in celebrating the originality and artistic vision behind every short film. Let’s continue to honor exceptional storytelling and inspire the world with the power of short films. With categories ranging from narrative, documentary, animation, horror, LGBTQIA+, experimental films, to works made with AI, we aim to showcase the diversity and quality of independent filmmaking. Winners will receive laurels, digital certificates, and the chance to be featured in our curated live screenings. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates, including the full list of previous winners and directors' statements. Awards / Prêmios Winners.