Very Short Film Festival 2025: Queensland Premiere & Celebration

Join us at HOTA for an inspiring evening celebrating storytelling and creativity. Experience the Queensland premiere of the Very Short Film Festival 2025 finalist films, each uniquely interpreting our signature theme, "Seed."

Enjoy exclusive screenings, engage with filmmakers during a lively Q&A, and celebrate local talent at our awards ceremony. The night concludes with a celebration (including a complimentary drink) — a perfect chance to mingle with fellow creatives and film lovers.

Prepare to laugh, be moved, and inspired by Australia's freshest storytelling voices. Spaces are limited, so secure your ticket now for this unforgettable, one-night-only event.

Learn more at veryshortfilmfestival.com.au or follow us on socials @veryshortfilmfestival.

Event Details:

When: Friday 20 June – start time 6:30pm (arrive from 6:00–6:15pm to be seated and ready) Drinks and celebration to follow screening.

Where: HOTA, Queensland: 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise, QLD, 4217

Join us for an inspiring evening featuring finalist film screenings, filmmaker Q&A, an awards ceremony, followed by drinks and mingling.

Proudly Supported by Screen Queensland.

Here's what our community is saying about VSFF:

“Would 100% recommend VSFF; great, warm celebration of films.” - Kaelyn

“It was such a great night and some really fabulous films. I was especially impressed with the quality of the junior flicks. What an exciting and powerful stage for young people to be able to tell their stories.” - Margie

“The films were of outstanding quality, reflecting the diverse and remarkable talent of young and emerging filmmakers across Australia” - Sarah

Very Short Film Festival | 2025 QLD Premiere & Celebration

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General Admission (includes complimentary drink) ticket

Concession (includes complimentary drink) ticket

Under 18 (includes non-alcoholic drink) ticket