International Competition 12

Out of 3714 short films submissions, 59 films will compete for the prizes in the International Competition.

Winners of the Grand Prix in the International Competition and National Competitions are considered for pre-selection for the Oscars® in the Best Fiction/Animation Short Film category provided that the film complies with the Academy’s rules.

Mate (George-Alex Nagle)
Australia - Fiction - 2021 - 29'03" - Color
After a long time apart, local no-hoper John must connect with reserved schoolboy Jack over a weekend in an insular suburb in Western Sydney. However, Jack’s attempt to re-establish their relationship is threatened as John's self-destructive nature emerges.

Steakhouse (Špela Čadež)
France, Slovenia - Animation - 2021 - 09'30" - Color
The steak has been marinating for a few days now. The pan is heated. Franc’s stomach is rumbling. But Liza’s co-workers surprise her with a birthday party. Will she be home on time?

Colonie (Romain Daudet-Jahan)
France - Fiction - 2020 - 13'14" - Color
Alone in his house, Leo does not want to go to summer camp. As the time of departure approaches, a disturbing presence is lurking around, imitating his voice…

Shower Boys (Christian Zetterberg)
Sweden - Fiction - 2021 - 09'11" - Color
After a heated training match with the team, twelve-year-old Viggo and Noel go home to challenge each other’s limits and masculinity. A sudden stop to an innocent game questions what a male friendship is allowed to be.

Son Altesse Protocole (Aurélie Reinhorn)
Belgium, France - Fiction - 2021 - 29'00" - Color
"Welcome to your first day among the fairy folk, where life is always filled with magic, fun and jokes. I’m supposed to do a dance but honestly, I’m not in the mood."Once upon a time, there was Wanda and her beginnings as an employee in an amusement park.

Flagey, Brussels Short Film Festival