PBS Short Film Festival

PBS Short Film Festival showcases powerful stories from independent filmmakers.

Episodes

  • Kapaemahu: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Kapaemahu

    S2021 Ep25 |
    The hidden history of four healing stones on Waikiki Beach, and the transgender spirits.
  • Knocking Down the Fences: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Knocking Down the Fences

    S2020 Ep16 |
    The story of AJ Andrews, the first woman to win a Rawlings Gold Glove.
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    Edwin

    S2020 Ep15 |
    Edwin Debrow Jr. murdered a cab driver when he was 12. He was sentenced to forty-years.
  • Paddle Together: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Paddle Together

    S2020 Ep14 |
    Breast cancer survivors find support and friendship in a unique sport: Dragon Boat Racing.
  • Standing Above the Clouds: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Standing Above the Clouds

    S2020 Ep13 |
    Native Hawaiian mother-daughter activist stand to protect their sacred mountain Mauna Kea.
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    One Way

    S2020 Ep12 |
    A man decides he needs to get away from his overheated office to a colder climate.
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    The Seed Saver

    S2020 Ep11 |
    Kristyn Leach dives into the process of growing grains and explores her Korean roots.
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    We Gon' Be Alright

    S2020 Ep10 |
    Jeff Chang hangs out with rapper, dancer and performer Isaiah Phillips (Randy McPhly).
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    Embers

    S2020 Ep9 |
    Two boys in trouble at school face a racist high school administration.

About PBS Short Film Festival

Now entering its 10th year, the PBS Short Film Festival is a celebration of independent films and filmmaking. Join us in exploring an incredible selection of 25 captivating films about identity, society, culture, family, race, and humanity in this annual showcase of powerful and unexpected stories.