Our 2025 Winter Seaon of Short Films is here!

Show Me Shorts’ Winter Season is a celebration of global storytelling, bringing you fun and informal screenings of short films from around the world.

Each month, we spotlight a different country’s cinema, showcasing the rising filmmaking talent shaping its future. Be prepared to be excited and inspired by some of the most interesting voices in contemporary cinema—whether it’s bold new storytelling, fresh perspectives, or unexpected delights, these films are sure to leave a lasting impression.

Here are links* to our different countries of focus and their dates:

Italian Short Film Nights
1 April AKL / 2 April WLG / 2 April CHCH

German Short Film Nights
29 April AKL / 30 April WLG / 30 April CHCH

Turkish African Short Film Nights - link to come
27 May AKL / 28 May WLG / 28 May CHCH

Canadian Short Film Nights - link to come
24 June AKL / 25 June WLG / 1 July CHCH

South African Short Film Nights - link to come
15 July AKL / 16 July WLG / 16 July CHCH

*Some of our ticketing links will be updated throughout the year.

Our Cinema partners are:

Auckland - The Capitol Cinema
Wellington - Southern Cross Garden Bar and Restaurant
Christchurch - Alice Cinema and Film Specialists