SHORT TV Movies & TV Series

Award-winning filmmaker Blake Ridder presents a twisted anthology of vertical shorts. Suspense. Fear. Stories that stay with you long after the screen goes dark*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

In the 1990s, a railway worker accidentally saved a city girl, and the fate of the two people intersected from then on. She was betrayed by her ex-boyfriend and her biological mother's preferred boys over girls. Only the love and care of the worker and his son illuminated her life like a light. He was brave, kind, and responsible. He raised the son of his ex-girlfriend who had a heart disease, and took care of the city girl meticulously. After many hardships and twists and turns, the two of them finally got together, but at this time, something unexpected happened again. The generous death of a woman who liked him, and the return of his ex-girlfriend made their lives uneasy. In the end, they made a decision...

When Debbie meets Mark, he seems like everything she's been searching for. Attentive, successful, and just mysterious enough to be intriguing. But as their relationship deepens, she begins to notice small inconsistencies. The late night calls he never explains. The business trips that don't quite add up. The friends he never introduces. Then one evening, Debbie receives a strange message from Mark. Short, urgent, and out of character. Before she can even process it, the message disappears. This message was deleted. From that moment, everything changes. His stories start to blur. His warmth feels rehearsed. And as Debbie begins to dig into who Mark really is, she uncovers something far darker than a lie. A truth that's been watching her all along.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

Simon Lane, the successor of the Medical Prodigies' Clan, was robbed. Mr. Candler, the head of the Chandler family saved him. To repay his kindness, Simon helped to cure his daughter Manee Chandler and make Chandler Pharma thriving. But Manee bullied him a lot. After the contract was over, Simon went back to the MPC again. Because of her senility, Manne went to the MPC for treatment but didn't know Simon's real identity...

The Eliza Effect is a near-future sci fi story told in under a minute. It follows Eliza, a woman drawn into obsession with a lifelike AI companion named Lucien. What begins as gossip between friends at a nightclub takes a darker turn as jealousy and control slip into the open. This short film combines romance, mystery, and a touch of Hitchcock-style tension.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

Have you tried online dating in the last 5 years? If yes, then this short film is for you. Here is your guide on how to grieve modern dating, and maybe find a little hope along the way. *This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

The Eternal Love of Leora and Mathew is a tender, heart-wrenching portrait of a love story not at its beginning, but at its breathtaking end. Married for over 50 years, Leora and Mathew have shared a life full of quiet moments, deep devotion, and an unbreakable bond. As life gently slips away, the couple embarks on one final journey together. Set against the backdrop of memories and a love that defies time, this emotional short captures a moment so intimate and universal, audiences will feel as though they're living it too. A farewell and a promise of eternity*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

short story about a father and his little boy *This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

When they were young, they promised to marry each other, but many years later, he forgot that promise. Though they got married, he never returned to be with her and didn't even know what she looked like. By coincidence, the divorce lawyer he hired turned out to be his wife, the one he wanted to divorce. Through various misunderstandings, he began to remember the promise they made in childhood.

In this ultra short movie you follow Rachel who meets her old boyfriend she didn't see for years. She realizes really quick that he is not who she thought he was. *This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

Inspired by Ninja Theory's Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, we proudly present "The Lost Ones". In anticipation of the release of Senua's Saga: Hellblade II, we wanted to explore and speculate on the journey of Senua between the events of the first and second games. From leaving Hel, to where we might find Senua in the opening moments of Senua's Saga. Our crew had been fans of Hellblade since its release in 2017, and after expressing our excitement for the upcoming sequel, we decided to create a short film together as a love letter to the series. Starring: Allison Dayne as Senua Michelle Pokopac as the Morrigan Blair Phillips as the Fomorian and Katie Nixon as Galena. With Furies: Megan Ciafre Marley Tressler Kristen Nielsen Katie Nixon Directed by Braden McClain So to Ninja Theory and the entire crew of the Hellblade series, we say, "Thank You." Thank you for making such a powerful project that resonated so deeply with your community. Thank you for your masterful treatment and care regarding Mental Health. Thank you for allowing the voices to be heard. You are doing incredible work, and we cannot wait to see where Senua's story leads next. DISCLAIMER: This fan film is not affiliated with Ninja Theory or the "Hellblade" series. If you enjoyed the short, please support Ninja Theory and Heilung for creating the incredible art that inspired us to create this piece. "Svanrand", Original Song by Heilung from the 2019 "Futha" Album. Covered for "The Lost Ones: A Hellblade Fan Film" by Tyler McClain. Special thanks to Heilung and Season of Mist for allowing us to cover their song for this project. And be sure to support Ninja Theory with the enhanced release of "Senua's Saga: Hellblade II"!*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest