Indy Shorts International Film Fest

Indy Shorts Kickoff After Party

Thursday, July 26 at 9 p.m.

Newfields

4000 Michigan Rd.

Join Heartland Film in kicking off the grand opening of Indy Shorts International Film Festival at this red-carpet style event.

Workshop – Pitch Your Story

Friday, July 27 at 6 p.m.

Newfields

4000 Michigan Rd.

Indy Shorts offers aspiring filmmakers the opportunity to perfect their pitch with professionals before taking it to the big leagues. Pitching spaces in this workshop are limited, so email your name and project title to Christiana Beasley at [email protected] to confirm your spot today.

Summer Nights at Newfields

Friday, July 27 at 7:30 p.m.

Newfields

4000 Michigan Rd.

Join us for an outdoor screening of a selection of Oscar-nominated short films including “Garden Party” (2017), “Watu Wote: All of Us” (2017), “La Femme et le TGV” (2016), and Oscar-winning short films “The Silent Child” (2017) and “Sing” (2016).

Workshop – Mobile Filmmaking with Suzy Botello

Saturday, July 28 at 11 a.m.

Newfields

4000 Michigan Rd.

Suzy Botello, owner and founder of the International Mobile Film Festival based in San Diego, is coming to Indy Shorts. Ever want to know what it’s like to create a film from pre-production to post in the palm of your hand? Suzy will pull out all her tips, tricks and a few more surprises to educate beginners on the process of mobile filmmaking.

Workshop/Panel – Script Read – Story Crafting

Saturday, July 28 at 2 p.m.

Newfields

4000 Michigan Rd.

Before your film dreams can become a reality, there are a few story crafting details directors need to step through. Indy Shorts offers participants the chance to experience a script read with a post panel to hone in on your aspiring story crafting skills.

Comedy Program

Saturday, July 28 at 4:30 p.m.

Newfields

4000 Michigan Rd.

This special screening will feature actual comedians showcasing their best jokes for your viewing pleasure. Join Indy Shorts for a few laughs and get your tickets at indyshorts.org.

Panel – High School Filmmaking

Saturday, July 28 at 5 p.m.

Newfields

4000 Michigan Rd.

This panel will feature young professionals who are already making an impact in the film industry. Hear from them as they share their individual filmmaking journeys and answer questions about getting started in the industry.

Awards After Party

Saturday, July 28 at 9 p.m.

Newfields

4000 Michigan Rd.

 Join Heartland Film in a celebration of Indy Shorts’ filmmakers, honoring their outstanding work and moving stories. The event will feature cash prizes and filmmakers from around the world. Get your tickets to one of Heartland’s most sold out events at indyshorts.org.

Shorts & Sips

Sunday, July 29 from 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Newfields

4000 Michigan Rd.

 Come watch the short film selections of the day while sipping on mimosas and snacking on pastries. This offer will be available for a short time only, so get your tickets today at indyshorts.org.